Sacramento - Sacramento Public Library - Materials Handler

https://www.calopps.org/sacramento-public-library/job-19920186

Close Date
10/16/2019 at 5pm or until 75 applicants

Salary
$17.03-$22.82 Hourly

Job Summary
Is responsible for handling shipments of materials and performs a variety of materials preparation functions on library materials to prepare them for public use, and performs other related duties as assigned.

Essential Functions
(Functions listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)
1. Regular and punctual attendance;
2. Provide excellent customer service to external and internal users;
3. Provide support to the operations of the organization to ensure timely delivery of
information and materials to library users;
4. Open, unpack and distribute mail and shipments of materials in the department; check
quality and quantity of goods according to the order specifications;
5. Sort and transport library materials;
6. Physically prepare materials for circulation, which includes packaging, stamping, and
labeling, according to established procedures;
7. Review, proofread, and revise materials to ensure accuracy;
8. Operate, maintain, and clean a variety of equipment such as photocopiers, computers,
and printers;
9. Perform other related duties as assigned.
Sacramento Public Library Core Competencies:
All employees of Sacramento Public Library will be evaluated on the following competencies:
Accountability
Communication
Customer Service Focus
Respect for Others

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
1. Effective English communication and usage; spelling, grammar, and punctuation; basic
alphabetical and numeric filing methods; and basic mathematical principles;
2. Current office methods, equipment, practices, and procedures including PC usage and
familiarity with word processing and/or other software necessary to perform job duties.

Ability to
1. Attend on a regular and punctual basis;
2. Adapt to a rapidly changing environment and learn new skills;
3. Learn, understand, interpret and apply Sacramento Public Library’s policies and
procedures;
4. Master all procedures related to the assigned work area;
5. Prioritize and multitask;
6. Maintain a pleasant and productive working atmosphere; maintain composure and work
effectively even when under pressure;
7. Communicate effectively and respectfully with other staff and members of the public;
8. Take an active role in problem-solving; communicate information to supervisors and
coworkers in a timely fashion to address issues and problems as they arise;
9. Possess attention to detail and demonstrate effective and efficient follow through on
assigned tasks;
10. Work a flexible schedule including evening and weekend shifts as assigned

Benefits
This is a represented opportunity with benefits.  Some of our benefits include:
• Choice of medical benefits from Western Health Advantage, Sutter Health Plus or Kaiser
• 2 different Delta Dental plans
• VSP Vision Plan Option
• Employer-paid Life Insurance
• Retirement Health Savings Plan
• Optional ICMA 457 Deferred Compensation
• Optional Legal Shield/Identity Theft Protection
• California Public Employment Retirement System (CalPERS)
• Tuition Reimbursement