The Cranston Public Library is seeking an extraordinary candidate for the position of Library Assistant II – Circulation Assistant at the Central Library. The Cranston Public Library is innovating library services to fulfill the needs of our changing and diverse community. Come join our team!
This position is under the direction of the Head of Circulation Services and assists in providing library services to the public. This is a 35 hour per week union position with some nights and weekends required. This position is based at the Central library.
The Cranston Public Library (CPL) system consists of a Central library with five branch locations. CPL serves a population of 82,000 residents and is one of the busiest public libraries in Rhode Island. The Cranston Public Library was awarded the 2020 Jerry Kline Community Impact Prize. In 2016 CPL received the LibraryAware Community Award and in 2015 was named Library of the Year by the University of Rhode Island Graduate School of Library and Information Studies. CPL is a member of the Ocean State Libraries (OSL) consortium.
For more information on our library please visit: www.cranstonlibrary.org.
The Cranston Public Library is committed to creating and maintaining a staff that gives open expression to the Library’s organizational values and brings a rich diversity of peoples and talents to the accomplishment of the Library’s mission.
The Cranston Public Library is an equal opportunity employer. The Library is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees regardless of race or color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age, country of ancestral origin, or other protected class status.
SALARY
$38,285; $39,556 after six-month probationary period
Full benefits package including vacation, sick time, dental insurance, health insurance, life insurance and retirement plan.
STATEMENT OF DUTIES
This paraprofessional position, under the supervision of the Head of Circulation, is responsible for the circulation of materials loaned to the public, including checkout and check in of library materials; issuance of library cards; fines and fees collection, and providing assistance to the public. This is a 35 hour per week position with some nights and weekends required.
QUALIFICATIONS
-High school diploma
-Ability to travel to required locations in a timely manner
-Strong preference will be given to candidates with recent public library work experience
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
-Commitment to outstanding public service.
-Working knowledge of basic computer skills; proficiency in using a keyboard and mouse.
-Ability to handle cash transactions.
-Ability to push carts and lift bins loaded with library materials.
-Ability to reach and retrieve library materials at high and low shelf heights.
-Ability to stand for long periods of time.
-Ability to function as a member of a team to achieve library goals and objectives.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
-Provides exemplary customer service.
-Assists in maintaining the consistent workflow of all circulation activities, including checkout and check in of materials, fines and fees collection, and shelving.
-Issues new library cards
-Maintains neat and orderly shelves in new materials, periodicals and other sections; tasks include shelving, shelf reading, and pulling materials in need of repair.
-Assists in preparing displays and exhibits.
-Participates in continuing education opportunities within and beyond the library system.
-Answers questions about library services, events, and spaces, and directs the public to the appropriate department.
-Follows policies without bias or judgement to ensure patron privacy and free, equal access to materials.
-Performs other duties as assigned
PREFERRED SKILLS
-Experience with integrated library systems
This job description is intended to be a general guide to the duties and responsibilities of the job and is not intended to list every possible task that the staff member may be called upon to perform.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE Please submit a letter of interest and resume to Ally Quintanilla, Administrative Assistant, at allyquintanilla@cranstonlibrary.org Applications received by August 30, 2024 will receive first consideration.
$38,285; $39,556 after six-month probationary period
Full benefits package including vacation, sick time, dental insurance, health insurance, life insurance and retirement plan.
External Job Ad
https://www.cranstonlibrary.org/job-openings/
Please submit a letter of interest and resume to Ally Quintanilla, Administrative Assistant, at allyquintanilla@cranstonlibrary.org. Applications received by August 30, 2024 will receive first consideration.