Library Materials Handler Substitute

City of Boulder

Main Library

Application Deadline

Apply By Oct 12th, 2015

Wages

$8.23 to $15.10 per Hour   Calculate

Location

Boulder, CO

Hours

Not Specified

MLS

Not Specified

Minimum Education

Not Specified

Library Experience

Not Specified

Supervisory Experience

Not Specified

Type of Library

Public

This job is more than 3 weeks old or the application deadline has passed.

Job Description

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 1.     Must be able to work some evenings, weekends and some holidays. 2.     Must be available to reliably respond and work on short notice.              

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Shelving and maintaining all library materials and collections. Tasks include sorting and shelving in alphabetical or numerical order.  
  2. Operates and monitors the Automated Materials Handling System as materials are returned. Determines and contacts appropriate staff person when assistance is necessary.
  3. Discharges library materials returned to the library. Identifies and separates materials for delivery to other branches of the Boulder Public Library System, Flatirons Library Consortium, and the Colorado Library Consortium.  
  4. Unpacks, discharges, and sorts materials delivered from the branches of the Boulder Public Library System, Flatirons Library Consortium, and the Colorado Library Consortium.
  5. Checks public areas for materials off the shelves. Collects materials and returns them to the appropriate shelves. Maintains order on shelves.
  6. Prioritizes daily tasks and responsibilities and adapts and adjusts as needed to meet customer service expectations relating to the materials handling responsibilities.
  7. Consistently demonstrates a professional, courteous and respectful attitude towards all patrons, in a variety of patron service situations.
  8. Demonstrates a professional, inclusive, cooperative, team-oriented working relationship with staff, co-workers, and volunteers.
  9. Other:
  • Performs related duties as required by management to meet the needs of the City.
  • Takes proper safety precautions to prevent accidents. Responsible for the safety of self, others, materials, and equipment. Uses all required safety equipment and follows all safety regulations, policies and procedures. Reports all accidents and damage to city property. 
  • Responsible for knowing and complying with all city and department policies; participating in professional trainings and development; and adhering to attendance and workplace attire policies. 

Generally duties are listed from most to least critical or time consuming.
The City of Boulder is a smoke and tobacco-free workplace.

The Community

The mission of the Boulder Public Library is to enhance the personal and professional growth of Boulder residents and contribute to the development and sustainability of an engaged community through free access to ideas, information, cultural experiences and educational opportunities.

HR Info

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Posted Sep 28, 2015