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Library Assistant

Salary

See Position Description

Location

Carson City, NV

Job Type

FULL-TIME

Job Number

867_01/2025

Department

Library

Opening Date

01/22/2025

Closing Date

Continuous

Description

This is a full-time, FLSA non-exempt position with the Carson City Library.Under general supervision, provides technical support work, including circulation, reference, computer lab, cataloging, patron assistance, and book processing.

Individuals may choose between the following Nevada PERS Retirement plans:

Employer-Paid PERS:

$20.3113 - $28.4357 hourly / $42,247.40 - $59,146.36 annually

Employee/Employer-Paid PERS:

$24.1049 - $33.7469 hourly / $50,138.14 - $70,193.50 annually

This position is covered by the Carson City Employees Association. The current collective bargaining agreement outlines the generous benefits offered to Carson City employees:click here.

* This recruitment will remain open until recruitment needs are satisfied. Individuals are encouraged to apply immediately, as hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made. *

Human Resources determines whether or not you meet the minimum qualifications for the job based on your experience as you describe it on your application. Do not substitute a resume for your application, or write "See Attached Resume" on your application. We do not review resumes, unless specifically stated on the job announcement. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education and Work Experience" section of the application. Applicants not meeting these requirements will not be considered for employment.

Examples of Duties

This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.

Performs complex technical and/or specialized library support work, which requires the exercise of independent judgment, the application of technical skills and a knowledge of detailed or specialized activities related to the library s) to which assigned.

Answers patron questions and instructs patrons in the use of specialized library computerized systems.

Shelving and general upkeep of library materials and facilities.

Locates materials for patrons, retrieves reserve books, renews and checks books in and out and receives and records monies.

Calculates and records fines and payments; types and mails overdue notices and bills.

Processes books by labeling, stamping and affixing covers, pockets and cards; routes processed materials to appropriate destination.

Interacts extensively, both in person and over the telephone, with patrons, district-wide staff and management, outside agencies, vendors, and other libraries.

Orders additions to the collection following established guidelines; uses various computer systems to enter, edit and retrieve information; assigns call numbers to books and ensures appropriate documentation utilizing computerized systems.

Receives and processes interlibrary loan requests and records all transactions.

Receives and processes reserve requests; maintains reserve materials.

Maintains accurate records and files.

Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing/participating as a member of a work team.

Acts as receptionist and receives and screens visitors and telephone calls and directs the caller to the proper person or personally handles the call; provides information which requires the use of judgment and interpretation of policies and rules.

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