Technical Assistant (Library) Details

Technical Assistant (Library)

City of Oceanside, CA - Oceanside, CA

Employment Type : Full-Time

Introduction

THE CITY OF OCEANSIDE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
The City of Oceanside is currently accepting applications for two hourly extra-help Technical Assistant positions with the Oceanside Public Library, to provide service at the "Adelante" Bookmobile, Mission Branch Library, Civic Center Library, or other locations as needed.

Examples of Duties

The Technical Assistant will provide any of the following services to community members of all ages and backgrounds, in person, by phone, by email or other means: greeting, guiding and answering questions; assisting or serving with library equipment, information technology, and office equipment; registering and issuing library cards; assisting with locating books and materials and basic searches for information; assisting with checkout and self-payment of library service fees; assisting with programs for all ages, classes, activities and cultural events. Support these services by: applying Library policies; preparing documents; providing data entry; recording statistics; assisting with preparation of displays or marketing materials; assisting with processing of materials; sorting and handling or shelving books and other items; and performing other related duties as assigned or required.

If assigned: driving and operating the 32-foot-long "Adelante" bookmobile; performing any of the duties listed above at regular neighborhood Adelante stops and special community events; and fueling, washing, and performing routine maintenance checks on Adelante.

This position is an hourly, extra-help position which does not include leave or medical benefits, and will not exceed 999 hours per fiscal year.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Principles and methods of public administration.
• Computer software applications.

Ability to:

• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Speak in public and assist with presenting public programs.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships and provide excellent customer service.
• Organize and prioritize work assignments.
• Deal tactfully and effectively with people of all ages-adults, teens & children- and backgrounds.
• Find resources appropriate to public needs on the internet, in print or by agency referral.

Experience and Training:
Experience: One to five years of work experience. Must also be detail oriented and have strong writing and organizational skills.
Training: Graduation from high school, supplemented by job related coursework.
License: A valid driver license is required.

Language: Bilingual (English/Spanish) language is highly desirable. Special Requirement: This position requires variable working hours and the availability to work evenings, Saturdays, and Sundays at any location where Library services may be provided, including bookmobile vehicles or outdoors.

Working Conditions and Selection Process

Environmental Conditions: Exposure to computer screens.

Physical Conditions: Physical Conditions: Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time; walking, climbing (including stepstools, stairs without handrails, and ladders), bending, twisting; exercising full range of motion of the arms, hands, wrists and fingers; repeated pulling, grasping, carrying and pushing onto shelves of books and other items; pushing/pulling of book carts loaded with materials, lifting (up to 30 lbs.), stooping, crouching, kneeling and stretching; speaking and hearing to exchange information; and visual acuity to read and interpret information. Headset or ear bud use required for internal radio communications when assigned at Civic Center or Mission Branch Libraries. City vehicle operation may be requested in performance of duties. If assigned to "Adelante" Bookmobile, then operation of City bookmobile or other vehicles may be required.

Selection Process: All properly completed applications will be reviewed and references checked. The most appropriately qualified individuals may be invited to an oral interview to assess job-related experience. Applications will be kept on file for three months. Note: Prospective employees will undergo, and must successfully pass, a background reference check (including fingerprinting) and a medical examination which may include drug screening.
RESUMÉS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF APPLICATION BUT MAY BE ATTACHED.

CANDIDATES WHO REQUIRE A REASONABLE ACCOMODATION IN THE SELECTON PROCESS SHOULD STATE THEIR NEEDS IN WRITING WHEN SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION PACKAGE.

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