Library Technician

City of McMinnville•McMinnville, OR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of McMinnville is hiring a Library Technician. This classification provides library service at public service desks and behind the scenes; performs varied duties of the Library. Work will include a variety of the essential job functions listed below. This is a 10-12 hour/week position that will be scheduled 2-3 days per week. This will include working 1-2 weekend days. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred. Please submit your application, resume and cover letter by Sunday, July 26th at 11:59pm.

Requirements

Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the duties as described.
A typical way to qualify would be a high school degree.
Knowledge of Principles of customer service and standard office practices.
Knowledge of Technology in public libraries and applications such as Microsoft Office
Skill and Ability to Learn the Dewey Decimal system.
Skill and Ability to Learn library software (ILS) procedures.
Skill and Ability to Learn about Library collections.
Skill and Ability to Understand and follow instructions
Ability to exemplify traits that reflect the City’s culture, including integrity, a customer service orientation, cultural competency, trustworthiness, flexibility and a willingness to change.

Nice To Haves

Previous library experience or related coursework.
Fluency in English and Spanish languages.
Knowledge of the Dewey Decimal Classification system

Responsibilities

Provide customer service such as communicating positively with patrons, partner organizations, and city coworkers.
Assist with promoting and coordinating library programs and events.
Participate in the training of new employees and volunteers.
Provide input for unit budget preparation as required.
Problem solving patron issues (including behavior issues).
Enter and maintain records and data.
Perform routine office support functions such as processing mail, answering phones and ordering supplies.
Participate in the hiring process for employees and volunteers.
Perform circulation tasks (check in/out, holds, shelving, delivery).
Assist patrons with accessing library systems.
Process library card applications and make cards.
Receive monies for payment of fines and reconciling cash register.
Evaluate damages and assess fines to patron accounts.
Maintain patron records and privacy.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, other agencies, and the public.
Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the classification.
Participate in committees when requested.
Maintain proficiency in job requirements which may include attending training and meetings, reading materials, and meeting with others in areas of responsibility, which may require travel.
Maintain work areas in a clean and orderly manner.
Maintain confidentiality, data integrity, and comply with all related city, state, and federal standards related to confidentiality.