SENIOR LIBRARY ASSISTANT (BOOKMOBILE) - 40001774

Durham County•Durham, NC

19d•$42,554 - $43,350•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Library Assistant works as a member of Durham County Library’s Bookmobile team under the supervision of the Family Literacy and Community Services Manager. The role serves patrons of all ages, with most work focused on preschool and elementary-age children and their educators. Although based at Main Library within the Family Literacy and Community Services Unit, the work is predominantly in the community and at Durham County Library locations as needed. The position requires driving a 22' x 14' x 10' Sprinter Van Bookmobile, a valid North Carolina driver’s license with an acceptable driving record, and a flexible schedule that includes weekend and evening rotations.

Requirements

Education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited community college with study in library science or a related field, and two years of experience in general library services.
Valid North Carolina driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Ability to drive the 22' x 14' x 10' Sprinter Van Bookmobile.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekend and evening rotations.
Knowledge of current library practices and public library services and programs.
Thorough knowledge of children’s literature and general knowledge of reader interests, books, and authors.
Ability to identify and translate patron needs and interests into effective library services and programs.
Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds and transport large quantities of books multiple times during the day.
Ability to work in the community during inclement weather.
Basic computer skills and excellent internal and external customer service skills.
Ability to understand, interpret, and comply with library rules, policies, and procedures.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, library customers, and community organizations.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Strong organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience developing, promoting, and executing outreach and community programs and services for children and families.
Spanish language proficiency.

Responsibilities

Provide excellent customer service in the team-based Family Literacy and Community Services unit.
Provide outreach, programs, and services at community events to encourage discovery, connect the community, and support literacy.
Deliver mobile outreach services and resources to patrons at daycare facilities, schools, apartment complexes, and other locations.
Specialize in services, programs, and resources for early childhood education and children from birth to school age.
Plan and execute engaging activities for patrons at organizations and facilities.
Assist Community Engagement staff with literacy- and family-focused events at library locations and in the community.
Work with the Bookmobile Librarian to create a rotating collection of library materials based on patron needs and wishes.
Register new borrowers and resolve library-account issues.
Support circulation functions, including checking materials in and out, intake and delivery, pulling holds and requests, shelving, and managing customer accounts related to outreach programs and services.
Drive the Bookmobile and other County vehicles as needed.
Perform related tasks as required or requested.