Library Specialist - Library District (Prescott)

Role

This position's primary function will be cataloging of library materials.

Under general supervision, provides a variety of library support services including basic to intermediate cataloging activities.

Major Duties, Responsibilities

• Adds items to existing bibliographic records in the integrated library system.
• Creates, removes, and updates bibliographic records in the integrated library system.
• Assists with monitoring the integrity of all bibliographic records added to the integrated library system.
• Creates cataloging reports as necessary.
• Interacts with other Library Network library staff to resolve cataloging issues related to the processing of library materials and managing bibliographic records.
• Prepares physical items for public use including, but not limited to, barcoding, RFID-tagging, adding spine labels and property stamping.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:
A minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience in library automation software, library principles, methods and practices, library classification systems, cataloging principles and terminology, training skills, graphic design, and/or webpage design.

Additional Requirements:
Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license without restrictions.

Other Skills

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Standard library cataloging practices, principles, methods, and technical service processes.
• MARC and RDA bibliographic cataloging standards.
• Dewey Decimal and/or Library of Congress Classification systems.
• Business English, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and composition.
• Clerical office practices and procedures.
• Research techniques and report writing.
• Current Microsoft Office software.
• Filing and recordkeeping.

Skill in:

• Creating instructional materials for library staff to support hands-on training.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing and communicating orally in a face-to-face setting and by telephone with public and employees.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
• Organization and adherence to detail.

Ability to:

• Assist with special projects on-site or at other locations.
• Attend certain Yavapai Library Network user group meetings.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments, representatives of other organizations, County officials, and the public.
• Keep management informed of key operating issues affecting the department.
• Remain current in knowledge required to perform assigned duties.
• Handle confidential matters and maintain discretion always.
• Act with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.

Work Environment:
The work environment is associated with an office and public library. The work area is adequately lighted, heated or cooled and ventilated.

Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Sufficient vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech ability to communicate effective in-person and telephonically. Capable of frequent repetitive movement of arms, fingers, and wrists. Ability to lift and carry up to 2 0 pounds.

Additional Job Information:
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Grade: 4
Classification: Classified
Safety Sensitive: No

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Yavapai County Government offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to
Full-Time employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes but is not limited to:

• 10 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Annual Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Retirement Plans
• Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

ELECTIVE COVERAGE

• 457 Deferred Compensation Program
• Dependent Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)

PLEASE NOTE

• Part-Time , Temporary and Seasonal employees accrue Sick Leave based on hours worked.
• Part-Time employees have limited benefits available.
• Temporary and Seasonal employees are not eligible to accrue Annual Leave.

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Closing Date/Time: 7/2/2024 5:00 PM Arizona

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