Library Specialist I - Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library (COIL)
Full Time
Chesapeake, VA 23322
Posted
Job description
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position
Library Specialist I - Dr. Clarence V. Cuffee Outreach and Innovation Library (COIL)
Job Type
Full Time
Posting Type
City Employees Only
Number of Vacancies
1
Department
CHES LIBRARY SYSTEM
Division
LIBRARIES ADMIN
Requisition Number
2023205P
Number of hours worked per week
40 hours per week
Work Schedule
Work Schedule Varies
Includes day, evening, and weekend hours
May also include after-hours special programming
Includes day, evening, and weekend hours
May also include after-hours special programming
Work Site Location
2726 Border Road; 23324
Position Driving Requirement
O - Occasional
Pay Basis
Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary
$38,006 Annual salary
Job Description
Do you have a passion for public service, exemplary customer service and organizational skills?
The Chesapeake Public Library (CPL) seeks an outgoing, energetic and enthusiastic full-time Library Specialist I to join our team.
CPL promotes a work environment that values civility, cordiality and the unique contributions of each individual staff member. CPL is an evolving and vibrant organization and is instrumental in providing high quality public education and creating the foundation for lifelong learning and strong community.
This position requires exemplary customer service skills and outstanding organizational proficiency. Serves as a member of the Library’s management team and represents the Circulation Department in all library system initiatives.
Customer service duties will include assisting the public with computer, fax and notary services, as well as material handling. Service will include in-house and outreach as well as material selection.
Key responsibilities include overseeing all circulation, public service and cash management functions; selecting, training and evaluating subordinate staff; supervising public service coverage at the main service desk and supervising all financial transactions (fines, fees, lost items, printing requiring debit cards, etc.) and patron financial records.
Assists in the Reference and the Youth & Family Services Departments when needed.
Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, lift, return and retrieve books and materials from all shelving and maneuver a 100 lb. book cart.
Schedule is varied and includes days, evenings and weekend hours.
The Chesapeake Public Library (CPL) seeks an outgoing, energetic and enthusiastic full-time Library Specialist I to join our team.
CPL promotes a work environment that values civility, cordiality and the unique contributions of each individual staff member. CPL is an evolving and vibrant organization and is instrumental in providing high quality public education and creating the foundation for lifelong learning and strong community.
This position requires exemplary customer service skills and outstanding organizational proficiency. Serves as a member of the Library’s management team and represents the Circulation Department in all library system initiatives.
Customer service duties will include assisting the public with computer, fax and notary services, as well as material handling. Service will include in-house and outreach as well as material selection.
Key responsibilities include overseeing all circulation, public service and cash management functions; selecting, training and evaluating subordinate staff; supervising public service coverage at the main service desk and supervising all financial transactions (fines, fees, lost items, printing requiring debit cards, etc.) and patron financial records.
Assists in the Reference and the Youth & Family Services Departments when needed.
Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, lift, return and retrieve books and materials from all shelving and maneuver a 100 lb. book cart.
Schedule is varied and includes days, evenings and weekend hours.
Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL
/
EDUCATIONAL
REQUIREMENT:
Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate’s degree in library science, business (for positions in Acquisitions), or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT :
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of three years of related, full-time equivalent experience including some supervisory experience..
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES :
License and a driving record that is in compliance with the City Driving Standards. are required.
Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to an associate’s degree in library science, business (for positions in Acquisitions), or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT :
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of three years of related, full-time equivalent experience including some supervisory experience..
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES :
License and a driving record that is in compliance with the City Driving Standards. are required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Automated circulation systems highly desired.
Public library related experience desired.
It is preferred that the Experience Requirements stated above are related and timely (within the last 5 years).
Public library related experience desired.
It is preferred that the Experience Requirements stated above are related and timely (within the last 5 years).
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
05/09/2023
Job Close Date
05/16/2023
Open Continuous
Special Instructions to Applicants
A background check including fingerprint and Child Protective Service (CPS) reports are required.
The selected candidate may be transferred to work at another library or department if and when a need arises.
An in-basket exercise may be administered to candidates that are selected for interview.
The selected candidate may be transferred to work at another library or department if and when a need arises.
An in-basket exercise may be administered to candidates that are selected for interview.
ADA Checklist
Overall Physical Strength Demands
Overall Physical Strength Demands
H=Heavy - Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs constantly.
Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Sitting
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Walking
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Lifting
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Lifting Amount
Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs
Carrying
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Carrying Weight
Exerting up to 20 lbs
Pushing/Pulling
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Pushing/Pulling Weight
Exerting 50 - 100 lbs
Reaching
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Handling
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Fine Dexterity
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Kneeling
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Crouching
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Crawling
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Bending
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Twisting
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Climbing
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Balancing
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Vision
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Talking
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Foot Controls
N = Never
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
Automated Material Handling (AMH) equipment, ITC Release Printing, copier, scanner, computer, self-checkout stations, cash register, debit/credit card machine, telephone, fax machine, mobile devices (eReaders, tablets), LendIt kiosk, HoldIt locker, Pay Station Elite, Hybrid Vehicles and related equipment/ mechanics, calculator, barcode reader, stepstools, variety of library materials.
Protective Equipment Required
Seat belt restrains required in vehicles.
Health and Safety
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Mechanical Hazards
W = Several Times Per Week
Chemical Hazards
W = Several Times Per Week
Electrical Hazards
N = Never
Fire Hazards
N = Never
Explosives
N = Never
Communicable Diseases
D = Daily
Physical Danger or Abuse
D = Daily
Other
If Other, Description
Environmental Factors
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Dirt and Dust
D = Daily
Extreme Temperatures
S = Seasonally
Noise and Vibration
D = Daily
Fumes and Odors
W = Several Times Per Week
Wetness/Humidity
S = Seasonally
Darkness or Poor Lighting
M = Several Times Per Month
Primary Work Location
Office Environment
Non-Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Emergency Situations
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Frequent Change of Tasks
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Noisy/Distracting Environment
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Other
If Other, Description
Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
No
Professional References
Professional References
Please provide contact information for professional references.
Minimum Requests
2
Maximum Requests
4
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