Senior Library Assistant

Position Overview

Full‑time, non‑exempt library support position located in Carson City, NV. Under general supervision, provides complex paraprofessional library support work including circulation, reference, computer lab, cataloging, patron assistance, and book purchasing/processing.

Salary range $47,216.52 – $66,103.44 annually. Additional benefits and retirement plans available through the Nevada PERS system.

Recruitment will remain open until hiring needs are satisfied. Hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when sufficient applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.

• Performs complex paraprofessional and/or specialized library support work, which requires the exercise of independent judgment, the application of paraprofessional skills and a knowledge of detailed or specialized activities related to the library function(s) to which assigned.
• Participates in programming as directed.
• Assists supervisor in regard to the implementation of projects, and the creation of policies and procedures that achieve optimal operational workflow.
• May manage an assigned portion of the budget as assigned.
• Reviews and selects materials for collections in various formats; reviews lost/damaged/missing/outdated items in collection and makes determination on whether they should be replaced.
• May perform delivery of materials to patrons or other locations.
• Trains and directs volunteers in assigned duties.
• Answers patron questions and instructs patrons in the use of library systems.
• Creates purchase orders and sends to appropriate vendors.
• Locates materials for patrons, retrieves reserve books, renews and checks books in and out and receives and records monies.
• Plans, creates and maintains displays for promotion of collection materials.
• Reviews donated items for potential to be added to collection; responds to memorial donations and coordinates donation program.
• Interacts extensively, both in person and over the telephone, with patrons, district-wide staff and management, outside agencies, vendors, and other libraries.
• Uses various computer systems to enter, edit and retrieve information; assigns call numbers to books and ensures appropriate documentation utilizing library systems.
• Maintains accurate records and files.
• May oversee and train volunteers and part‑time staff others in work procedures.
• Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with the public and City staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

Education and Experience:

Equivalent to two (2) years of college level coursework in library sciences; AND four (4) years of library customer service/support experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.

• Valid driver’s license.

• Library services, functions, reference materials and automated systems.
• Standard terminology and practices of library support work.
• Library public desk etiquette and methods of providing information.
• Business arithmetic.
• Standard office practices and procedures, including the use of standard office equipment.
• Computer applications related to library services.
• Financial record keeping and bookkeeping practices and techniques.
• Record keeping principles and practices.
• Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio‑economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone.

• Performing technical, specialized, complex, difficult or technical office support work.
• Explaining and applying library policies and procedures.
• Answering patrons’ questions.
• Instructing patrons in the use of specialized automated library systems.
• Exercising sound independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Performing a variety of office support work, including maintaining records and files, typing and data entry.
• Organizing, maintaining and researching office files.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
• Dealing successfully with commissioners, city staff at various levels, the public, in person and over the telephone.

Carson City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.