Job Summary
The Mohave County Library is currently recruiting for a Community Library Representative in the Golden Valley, AZ location. The incumbent performs work and is responsible for a variety of intermediate level library and clerical work involved in providing public and technical services in a library environment. Incumbent in this position is solely responsible for the operation of the assigned community library and follows the standard procedures set forth for the community libraries in Mohave County.
REPORTS TO Library Services Manager.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED Work of the representative is performed under the general direction of the Community Libraries Manager. Work is reviewed through observation and evaluation of work performance and tasks completed.
Essential Job Functions
- Opens and closes the assigned community library.
- Prepares and ensures the assigned library is ready to receive patrons.
- Provides input and recommendations on development of the collection based on patron requests, community needs and/or demographics
- Communicates and acts in a professional manner with the public, co-workers, and work contacts.
- Retrieves and mails items from local post office.
- Answers telephone and greets the public.
- Prepares library cards and maintains customer files.
- Collects statistics and prepares reports.
- Shelves books and maintains inventory.
- Oversees and trains volunteers.
- Checks materials in and out using computerized Integrated Library System.
- Maintains petty cash and fine boxes; prepares income reports.
- Assist in local interlibrary loan requests.
- Maintain supplies inventory and conduct monthly order of supplies.
- Attends related meetings, training programs and conferences.
- Serves on or takes an active role in various committees.
- Performs related duties and/or special projects as required and/or requested.
- Communicates and acts in a professional manner with the public, co-workers, and work contacts.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School diploma/GED.
- Two (2) years general clerical experience involving customer service, data entry, inventory control and/or related field.
- One (1) year library experience whether paid or unpaid.
- An equivalent combination of education, experience, and training may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications.
SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENT - Must possess a valid driver's license for operation of motor vehicles on Arizona roads at the start of employment and maintain said license while employed in this position.
- Provide acceptable driving history at no cost to the County.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of:- Procedures, terminology and accepted common practices and policies involved in providing library services.
- Standard office practices, procedures and equipment.
- Filing, information systems and inventory control systems.
- English grammar, spelling and arithmetic.
- Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures, and Department Regulation.
Skill in:- Operation of office equipment and the use of computers and related software programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Customer service and relationship building skills.
- Time management and organizational skills.
Ability to:- Deal courteously with the public and staff.
- Understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
- Work independently and take initiative in completing work assignments in a timely manner.
- Create and manage filing systems.
- Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patrons, county departments, and the general public.
- Comply with Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures, and Department Regulations.
