Public Services Assoc (LIB)

Jefferson County•Evergreen, AL

7d•$20 - $25

About The Position

The Division of Public Services supports the mission and vision of the Jefferson County Public Library (JCPL) by creating the essential destination where residents can find just the service, program or material delivered in the way that fits them just right. The Public Services Associate provides information to patrons in person, by phone, mail and via electronic means. The Public Services Associate performs simple to moderately complex research activities. Advises patrons on appropriate materials. May be a generalist or specialize in services to specific market segments (Children, Teens, Adults, Seniors, Spanish Speaking and Digital Resources). Position must comply with laws governing patron privacy and confidentiality under CRS24-90-119, and the Code of Ethics of the American Library Association, as well as ADA governing public access to space and technology.

Requirements

Minimum one year Work Experience

Nice To Haves

Customer service experience.

Responsibilities

Provides information, referrals and reader’s advisory assistance to patrons in person, by phone, mail and via electronic means.
Locates materials using manual and electronic databases in JCPL, other Library systems and/or other sources.
Refers patrons to community resources and other appropriate resources for further information as necessary.
Advises patrons about on-line searching.
Uses high-level customer service skills to determine patron needs.
Creates a positive inviting atmosphere for all patrons.
Addresses and resolves complaints from patrons or forwards to appropriate staff as necessary.
Promotes and presents programs, classes, workshops both in the Library and off site.
Advises and instructs Library patrons in using equipment necessary to access Library resources.
May present programming training or classes to the public, both on or off site.
Provides quality programs presented in their area of specialty, including off-site locations.
Conducts Library tours and community outreach.
Participates with others in cross-functional teams to accomplish goals and objectives.
Under supervision, assists in the development and maintenance of instructional tools, databases and reader’s advisory materials.
Routinely provides direct customer service.
Assists with evaluating and maintaining the existing collection through recommendations and weeding of materials.
Suggests program needs.
Participates in the responsibility for the general appearance and safety of the division and Library as a whole.
Assists with collection development and maintenance.
Ensures access to all materials both physical and virtual.
May create content for the web or social media.
Participates in the design and creation of displays, bulletin boards, signs, posters, informational/directional aids and special exhibits.
Keeps current on Library policies and procedures relevant to the location and/or Library as a whole.
Monitors adherence to policies and procedures and/or communicates policies to patrons as necessary.
Stays current on new trends and technologies.
May collect, tabulate, maintain data and prepare standardized reports.
May assist in coordinating the work and schedules of ancillary staff and volunteers.
May assume responsibility for the operation of the Library in absence of the Public Services Manager and/or Person in Charge.
Takes appropriate action for disturbances and other emergencies.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.
A wide variety of great benefit opportunities helps you maintain a healthy lifestyle in balance with a generous leave & holiday schedule.

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