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Job Description

SUMMARY: Under the general direction of the Harmony Library Branch Manager, provides technical assistance to library customers, especially children and their caregivers in a variety of ways using technical skills and knowledge. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive. · Assists in the acquisition of library materials and equipment, and program development. · Informs and assists customers with research activities using reference books, the internet, magazines and the library's book collection. · Assists customers in using the library's computers and other equipment, and in locating library materials. · Provides customer service and answers routine inquiries and complaints. · Performs detailed on-line data entry from a variety of materials and reports. · Assesses damage to and repairs library materials, books, tapes and equipment. · Reviews and verifies information on a variety of materials, invoices and books. · Compiles, sorts, and prepares materials for processing or presentation. · Designs, implements and delivers library programs or projects as necessary. · May oversee and direct the work of hourly employees and volunteers. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position is not responsible for the supervision of regular City employees.

Additional Info & Requirements

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT Position Title: Library Assistant – Children’s, Harmony Library Job #: 7102 Classified, Part-time (20 hr/wk) Position Open to the public Department: Fort Collins Public Library Salary Range: $1,402– $1,992 monthly (based on ½-time). Salaries are paid biweekly. Closing Date: August 24, 2007 Selection Process: Applications will be reviewed. Selected candidates will be invited for an oral interview. Additional testing may be part of the selection process. Background check and drug test will be conducted. SUMMARY: Under the general direction of the Harmony Library Branch Manager, provides technical assistance to library customers, especially children and their caregivers in a variety of ways using technical skills and knowledge. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive. · Assists in the acquisition of library materials and equipment, and program development. · Informs and assists customers with research activities using reference books, the internet, magazines and the library's book collection. · Assists customers in using the library's computers and other equipment, and in locating library materials. · Provides customer service and answers routine inquiries and complaints. · Performs detailed on-line data entry from a variety of materials and reports. · Assesses damage to and repairs library materials, books, tapes and equipment. · Reviews and verifies information on a variety of materials, invoices and books. · Compiles, sorts, and prepares materials for processing or presentation. · Designs, implements and delivers library programs or projects as necessary. · May oversee and direct the work of hourly employees and volunteers. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position is not responsible for the supervision of regular City employees. QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the necessary functions of this position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES · Ability to work effectively with children. · Knowledge of children’s literature. · Ability to present programming for children. · Knowledge of library services and materials. · Demonstrated knowledge and experience with the book and media publishing trade and their products. · Good typing skills. · Ability to attain proficiency in using the library's computer system. · Excellent verbal and written communication skills and sensitivity to the particular needs of the public. · General office equipment operations, including use of personal computers, related software, and the Internet. · Basic math skills. · Fluency in Spanish is desirable. EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree required in liberal arts, science, or other related field; one to two years related library experience or experience working with children; or equivalent combination of education and experience. LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: None required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee would encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Normal office/library environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Only on-line applications accepted for this position. Visit our website at www.fcgov.com/jobs to apply on-line by Friday, August 24, 2007. Job #7102. City of Fort Collins, Human Resources Department, 215 N. Mason, P.O. Box 580, Fort Collins, CO 80522. (970) 221-6535. Job Line: (970) 416-2489, x5125. Public access computers are available at City H.R. Dept., Fort Collins Public Libraries, and the Larimer County Workforce Center. The City of Fort Collins will make reasonable accommodations for access to City services, programs and activities and will make special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities. Please call (970) 221-6535 for assistance. THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. BACKGROUND CHECK AND DRUG TEST REQUIRED. · Ability to work effectively with children. · Knowledge of children’s literature. · Ability to present programming for children. · Knowledge of library services and materials. · Demonstrated knowledge and experience with the book and media publishing trade and their products. · Good typing skills. · Ability to attain proficiency in using the library's computer system. · Excellent verbal and written communication skills and sensitivity to the particular needs of the public. · General office equipment operations, including use of personal computers, related software, and the Internet. · Basic math skills. · Fluency in Spanish is desirable.

The Community

In November 2006, voters overwhelmingly approved the creation and funding of the Fort Collins Regional Library District. The new library district is funded by a 3-mill property tax dedicated to library services. The existing Fort Collins Public Library, with the Main Library downtown, the Harmony branch at Front Range Community College, and the southeast branch under construction at Front Range Village forms the foundation of the new district. The District boundaries cover a large regional area in northern Larimer County, and are essentially the same as the Poudre School District. With the stable and increased funding a district provides, the library has begun restoring and enhancing services and collections. Fort Collins has been listed as one of the most desirable places to live in several publications over the last five years. Nestled along side the Cache La Poudre River at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Fort Collins is home to over 140,000 residents. Colorado State University is the city’s largest employer and is Colorado’s second largest public university, enrolling 22,000 students each academic year.

HR Info

Only on-line applications accepted for this position. Visit our website at www.fcgov.com/jobs to apply on-line by Friday, August 24, 2007. Job #7102. City of Fort Collins, Human Resources Department, 215 N. Mason, P.O. Box 580, Fort Collins, CO 80522. (970) 221-6535. Job Line: (970) 416-2489, x5125. Public access computers are available at City H.R. Dept., Fort Collins Public Libraries, and the Larimer County Workforce Center.