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Sno-Isle Libraries is recruiting for a Circulation Assistant!

Working at Sno-Isle Libraries

Public libraries are more useful—and exciting—than ever. Embark on a meaningful journey where your passion for learning, commitment to public service, and love for literature converge. Plus, you'll have access to all you can read books.
 
Every day is an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of over 800,000 residents across two counties. Your journey towards professional growth and community connection starts here! Our libraries are the gateway to things yet unimagined, and we want you to help create that experience for future generations.
 
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse environment, ensuring equitable access to opportunities for both personal and professional development. Join us in creating a library experience for our diverse communities, where your contributions play a pivotal role in building a more inclusive and connected future for everyone.

About the Opportunity

The Circulation Assistant performs a wide variety of tasks from all areas of Technical Services including circulation, processing, receiving, delivery, acquisitions, and cataloging to contribute to the Library District's effective operation, providing library services, spaces, and resources that are representative of diverse cultures and perspectives, intentionally inclusive, and accessible to everyone.

This position is part of a bargaining unit represented by AFSCME Council 2.

Job Location: Marysville, WA

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. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

1. Provide effective and efficient library support services including prepare all library collections with proper documentation; receive all incoming shipments, unpack, verify shipment, and sort appropriately; check in all library materials using the acquisitions module in the integrated library system; transport to designated areas; perform basic data entry for statistical reports.
2. Perform tasks to prepare materials for circulation and customer use such as: place book jackets, bar codes and labels on materials; link items and print spine labels in the integrated library computer system; sort and route materials to proper libraries; maintain records and prepare information for claiming discrepancies in annual subscriptions; verify accuracy of fields in the Integrated Library System[CB1]  (ILS) and prepare periodicals for circulation.
3. Perform tasks to process a variety of materials for distribution to community libraries such as: stamp property stamp on printed material; affix spine, genre/interest and other types of labels; apply book jackets; process unprocessed media; and inspect DVDs, CDs and talking books for broken cases, cleaning and repair.
4. Perform circulation services that may include tasks such as: locate requested items using the integrated library computer system, request their transfer from community libraries, and record their return; process holds and distribute throughout the service center; process media sent in from community libraries; and prepare book discussion kits for community libraries.
5. Perform mending and repair tasks to designated library materials such as: inspect materials to determine needed repairs; and operate a variety of equipment for cutting, binding, gluing and covering books and non-print materials.
6. Provide valuable and effective library support services that include welcoming, helpful, and efficient receptionist duties. These include answering phone calls, assisting customers with their accounts, routing calls and greeting staff, vendors, and customers coming into the service center.
7. Maintain records and prepare information for claiming discrepancies in annual subscriptions and verifying the accuracy of related data in the ILS.
8. May transport library materials, equipment and mail throughout the Library District's areas of operation including such tasks as: load and unload delivery vehicles using hand trucks; drive delivery vehicles to specified locations on established routes and schedules; collect cash handling with proper signatures, packing, unpacking, and sorting materials and mail. The tasks also include special deliveries to designated locations or between libraries. The security aspect also includes making deliveries to community libraries during times when they are closed and requires incumbents to secure those facilities, deactivate and activate security systems, and maintain secure custody of facility keys and access codes. A) Perform inspection of assigned vehicles, check fluid levels, tire pressure, brakes, lights, and other safety devices. B) Record material handling volumes and data on mileage driven.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position can be acquired by a combination of experience and education including:

1. High School diploma or G.E.D. required. Associate degree preferred.
2. Six months to one year of related experience required or equivalent combination of technical training and related experience including driver education, passing of driver licensing requirements in the State of Washington, and a brief period of supervised driving to acquire appropriate proficiency in safe and efficient vehicle operation.
3. Ability to provide current abstract of driving record, basic manual work techniques and use of basic tools. Must have or be able to obtain a driver abstract at the time of employment.

Benefits and Compensation

Pay Range: $21.63 - $29.75 hourly

Benefits: All Sno-Isle Libraries employees are eligible for sick leave, vacation leave, paid holidays, dental coverage, an employee assistance program, and an employer-paid ORCA Passport card. Employees working 20 or more hours per week also receive additional benefits such as medical and vision coverage, retirement savings, life insurance, and flexible healthcare and daycare spending accounts. For more information about these benefits, visit our employment webpage at sno-isle.org/employment.

How to Apply

Job posting closing date: January 30, 2025 - 11:59 p.m.

Apply online: https://www.sno-isle.org/employment/

Sno-Isle Libraries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All Sno-Isle Libraries employees are eligible for sick leave, vacation leave, paid holidays, dental coverage, an employee assistance program, and an employer-paid ORCA Passport card. Employees working 20 or more hours per week also receive additional benefits such as medical and vision coverage, retirement savings, life insurance, and flexible healthcare and daycare spending accounts. For more information about these benefits, visit our employment webpage at sno-isle.org/employment.

Sno-Isle Libraries is a large, two-county library district in the beautiful north Puget Sound region of Washington State. District boundaries stretch from rugged timberlands to suburban centers, from rolling farmlands to the ocean vistas. Set in the fastest-growing corner of the state, Sno-Isle Libraries serves more than 800,000 residents through 23 community libraries, online services, Library on Wheels, and our website at www.sno-isle.org.

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