Hey guys, here at Romulus we have 2 positions currently available. Both positions are Library Assistant I positions and are 20 hours a week. I am attaching the post in case anyone is interested. Library Assistant I Organization: Romulus Public Library Date Posted: 8/22/2023 City: Romulus Location: Michigan Country: United States Primary Category: Circulation Salary: $14.00 hourly Type of Position: Part-Time Education Requirement: Associate's Experience Requirement: < 1 year Description & Details Reports to : Head of Adult and Support Services Two 20 hours/week positions available Job Duties: * Greet and assist patrons of all ages at the Circulation Desk, on the phone, and in person * Handle cash transactions for overdue fines, copying and other fees * Provide computer and other technology assistance * Process incoming and outgoing interlibrary loan items * Assist with One-on-One computer tutoring * Process withdrawn materials * Assist with projects * Other duties as assigned Requirements: * Associates Degree or some college course work * Minimum of six months of library experience, preferably in a public services position * Ability to provide superior customer service to library users of all ages * Strong computer skills; experience with Excel, Publisher, Google Docs preferred * Experience with TLC CARL or other library computer software preferred * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Ability to operate standard office equipment such as a copy machine and fax machine * Ability to work cooperatively with library staff in a team environment * Ability to produce neat, accurate and timely work within an established timeframe * Excellent written and oral communication skills * Must be able to lift and push a minimum of 25 pounds LANGUAGE SKILLS : Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, policies and procedures, and governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure documents. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, patrons, and the general public. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS : Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. REASONING ABILITY : Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret instructions and procedures. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS : Eligible for Michigan Public Library Certification Must be appropriately licensed to operate city-owned vehicles consistent with work assignment. 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Hours: Days, evenings, and two weekend shifts per month. Salary: $14.00/hr. Benefits: Employee Assistance Program; 457(b) Retirement Account How to Apply / Contact Submit a City of Romulus application and resume to the: City of Romulus, ATTN: Human Resources Department – [ mailto:dferguson@romulusgov.com | dferguson@romulusgov.com ] 11111 Wayne Road Romulus, MI 48174 The application is available on the City’s website: [ http://www.romulusgov.com/ | www.romulusgov.com ] Jake Rynicki Head of Adult & Support Services Romulus Public Library “Some books leave us free and some books make us free.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson
