Library Technician

City of McMinnville•McMinnville, OR

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The McMinnville Public Library is seeking a friendly individual to join the Children’s Work Group as a desk assistant. This is a part-time (average 15 hours/week) position that will be scheduled 3 days per week, including daytime, evening, and weekend hours. Saturday availability is highly preferred. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic and outgoing about libraries and reading, loves working with children and their caregivers, thrives in a busy work environment, and enjoys finding and completing small projects to keep themselves busy during slow periods. All applications will be reviewed after the closing date on Sunday, August 9th 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.
Ability to learn the Dewey Decimal system.
Ability to learn library software (ILS) procedures.
Ability to learn about Library collections.
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 solve 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.
Assist patrons with locating and selecting materials and resources to fit their needs.
Engage with families regarding literacy programs at the library.
Prepare bibliographies, book lists, and displays.
Participate in the selection of new material.
Prepare material for displays and programs.
Assist in group tours about the library.
Participate in presentations and programs.
Library promotion inside and outside of the library.
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.