Roseville - Parks, Recreation and Libraries Department - Library Trainee

https://www.calopps.org/roseville/job-17986211

FINAL FILING DATE 
The first 50 qualified applications or closing at 5 pm, March 28, 2018; whichever occurs first. PERS retired annuitants or current PERS members are not eligible to apply.

SALARY

$11.00-$13.37 Hourly

THE POSITION
The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the temporary and part-time position of Library Trainee in the Parks, Recreation and Libraries Department. The work schedule will be during normal Library hours including evenings and weekends. This position is limited to 25 hours per week for a maximum of 1,000 hours per fiscal year.

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

DEFINITION
To perform a variety of duties related to performing basic clerical and/or technical library functions.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Provide general assistance to customers in circulation services, technical services, use of public access computers and in locating library materials.
Check materials in and out; bring damaged materials to the attention of a supervisor.
Register customers and collect payments for Parks, Recreation and Libraries classes and events.
Shelve, sort, shift and file library materials following established procedures.
Mend and process library materials.
Assist staff with free and fee based programs; set up and take down tables, chairs, media equipment, dry erase boards and displays for special events as needed.
Promote and enforce safety procedures; render first aid and CPR, if certified.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, volunteers and the public using principles of good customer service.
Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Alphabetizing, indexing, and/or filing methods.
English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Practices and methods of public relations and customer service; techniques and principles of effective interpersonal communication.
Modern office equipment, methods, procedures, and computer hardware and software.
Principles and techniques of first aid and CPR, if required.
Ability to:

On a continuous basis, sit at desk and/or stand at counter for long periods of time; bend twist and reach, stoop, kneel and squat while shelving, opening boxes or moving equipment.
Intermittently twist and reach office equipment; write and use keyboard to communicate through written means; set up booths, hang banners, move tables, chairs and carry supplies; lift or carry weight of 45 pounds or less.
Understand and translate City and Library policies and practices into everyday working practices; make sound decisions with solid problem solving methods.
Respond to emergency situations in a calm and effective manner; administer first aid and CPR, if certified.
Learn to operate a computer as necessary to perform job duties.
Learn Dewey decimal classification system.
Learn to identify problems regarding the facility and programs; refer difficult problems/irregularities for more advanced attention and recommend possible solutions.
Understand and carry out written and oral directions.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
Communicate tactfully with customers.
Communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Experience and Training

Experience:
No experience required.

Training:
Equivalent to completion of the tenth (10th) grade or fifteen (15) years of age.

License or Certificate
Possession of or ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certificates.