Community Library Representative - Fort Mohave

The Fort Mohave location is one of seven Community Libraries and part of a Library district with 10 libraries, including a bookmobile.

The Mohave County Library District provides a network of resources and services offering the people of Mohave County access to global information and personal enrichment.

This part-time position works directly with the public and serves as the sole member at this location, with responsibility for the general upkeep and cleanliness of the facility.

Compensation hiring range:
Range 8/Steps 1/4 ($16.53-$18.07)

Tuesday through Saturday work schedule - no holidays

21 hours per week

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System
  • Contribution rate of 11.98% with Employer match starting the first day
• Perform work with a greater purpose

• Opens and closes the assigned community library.
• Prepares and ensures the assigned library is ready to receive patrons.
• Provides input and recommendations on development of the collection based on patron requests, community needs and/or demographics.
• Communicates and acts in a professional manner with the public, co-workers, and work contacts.
• Retrieves items from local postal box.
• Answers telephone and greets the public.
• Prepares library cards and maintains customer files.
• Collects statistics and prepares reports.
• Shelves books and maintains inventory.
• Oversees and trains volunteers.
• Checks materials in and out using computerized Integrated Library System.
• Maintains cash drawer; prepares income reports.
• Assists in local interlibrary loan requests.
• Maintains supplies inventory and submits monthly supplies order.
• Attends related meetings, training programs and conferences.
• Performs related duties and/or special projects as required and/or requested.
• Communicates and acts in a professional manner with the public, co-workers, and work contacts.

• High School diploma/GED (General Education Degree).
• Two (2) years general clerical experience involving customer service, data entry, inventory control and/or related field.
• One (1) year library experience whether paid or unpaid.

• OR an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications.

• Procedures, terminology and accepted common practices and policies involved in providing library services.
• Standard office practices, procedures and equipment.
• Filing, information systems and inventory control systems.
• English grammar, spelling and arithmetic.
• Mohave County Personnel Policies and Procedures, and Department Regulation.
• Operation of office equipment and the use of computers and related software programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Customer service and relationship building skills.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Deal courteously with the public and staff.
• Understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Work independently and take initiative in completing work assignments in a timely manner.
• Create and manage filing systems.
• Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patrons, county departments, and the general public.