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City of Des Moines Professional Library Substitute in Des Moines, Iowa
Professional Library Substitute
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Professional Library Substitute
Salary
$27.25 Hourly
Location
Des Moines, IA
Job Type
Regular Less than Half-Time
Job Number
7162-12-2024
Department
Library
Opening Date
12/19/2024
Closing Date
12/27/2024 4:00 PM Central
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
Unit 11
Occupational Group
Non-Civil Service
Location of Vacancy
All Des Moines Public Library Locations
Recruitment
Entrance
Selection Method
To Apply: Send resume, letter of application, and unofficial transcripts to Deputy Director Jon Hobbs (JTHobbs@dmpl.org) by December 27, 2024, at 5:00 pm. Applicants deemed most qualified based on qualifications may be contacted for an interview. Qualified applicants who need reasonable accommodation must inform City HR at (515) 283-4213 or TTY at Iowa Relay at 711 or 1-800-735-2942 at time of application.
Description
Benefits
Distinguishing Features of the Class
Under general direction, provides information and readers' advisory services in a variety of library locations as needed. Does related professional and clerical work as required. Must have own transportation. Hours vary. Must be available for weekday daytime, evening, and weekend hours.
Acceptable Experience and Training
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college. Successful customer service experience in public library work or related field is desired. Master’s degree in Library and Information Science is preferred. Spanish/English bilingual verbal and written skills are preferred.
Required Special Qualifications
Candidates for positions in this class must pass a post-employment offer physical examination, drug screen, and background check.
To Apply:
Send resume, letter of application, and unofficial transcripts to Deputy Director Jon Hobbs (JTHobbs@dmpl.org) by December 27, 2024, at 5:00 pm.
Essential Physical Abilities:
• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be able to communicate effectively.
• Sufficient vision, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be able to produce and review a wide variety of reports and related materials in both electronic and hard copy form.
• Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be able to access relevant library materials and operate a keyboard.
• Sufficient mobility, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be able to transport materials and equipment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Knowledge of library policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of a broad range of reference and readers' advisory materials.
• Knowledge of general clerical methods and procedures.
• Skill in using current library technology and automated systems.
• Skill in interpreting library resources and services to the public.
• Ability to keep records and files and compile reports.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to adapt to a variety of work environments and changing schedules.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with others.
• Ability to provide outstanding customer service.
• Ability to stoop and reach well enough to retrieve materials from the shelves.
Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only)
• Provides exemplary customer service to library patrons.
• Answers information and readers' advisory questions.
• Trains patrons in use of online catalog and various databases.
• Checks out and receives library materials.
• Manages interactions with customers with tact and diplomacy.
• Works in a variety of locations on an on-call schedule.
• Substitutes as lead for story times, teen programs, and adult programs.