Seasonal Library Associate - Outreach Programming

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Seasonal Library Associate - Outreach Programming

Salary

$17.60 Hourly

Location

Jacksonville, FL

Job Type

Non-Civil Service

Job Number

2024-05828

Department

PUBLIC LIBRARY

Opening Date

04/19/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

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Job Description

The Jacksonville Public Library is seeking 12 Seasonal - Outreach Library Associates.

Under the general direction and supervision of the Manager of Youth Services. The seasonal Educational Programming Library Associate prepares and presents innovative and engaging programs for youth at outreach locations, such as summer camps, afterschool programs, and daycare centers, or inside a Jacksonville Public Library branch. The employee is responsible for recording relevant program data within the department and establishing a positive rapport with customers, outreach sites, and branch libraries.

The physical demands consist mainly of moving from one work location to another, sitting or standing at a workstation for extended periods of time, walking, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, reaching, and squatting, using standard office and library equipment on an ongoing basis, and may be required to lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds and push loaded book trucks weighing up to 50 pounds.

The work is performed under limited supervision where the work assignments are subject to established procedures, practices, techniques, and/or policies, and the employee plans and organizes the work, determines his/her own priorities, and the work is reviewed in terms of quality, volume, timeliness, and adherence to established procedures and policies.

This position is a 25 hour a week part-time position with employment during May – August 2024. Majority of hours will be scheduled during the regular work week. However, due to the nature of library operations, the employee may be required to work evenings and on weekends. The employee will be expected to travel within the city of Jacksonville. Mileage reimbursement is available.

Examples of Work

• Initiates, plans, designs, prepares, and conducts a variety of programs and activities to encourage the use of the library by children and young adults, including, but not limited to, school and community outreach.

• Works with the Youth Services Staff in preparation and presentation of programs and services for children and teens. Assists with ideas for programs and collects necessary materials. Reads, tell stories, performs puppet shows, and interacts closely with children.

• Provides direct assistance to patrons with basic information regarding use of library materials, equipment, and services.

• Circulates library materials. Answers reference questions. Research complex questions. Uses a variety of computer databases, electronic resources, and computer software packages. Has access to and maintains the integrity of confidential customer information. Interprets policy and explains procedures to the public. Responds to customer concerns and complaints and conducts conflict resolution.

• Maintains and cultivates contact with the general community, the public, schools, teachers, other libraries, city employees.

• Operates standard office and library equipment such as personal computers or mobile devices using word processing, spreadsheet, database, and other related software, peripheral and electronic devices, cash registers, copiers, fax machines, microfilm and microfiches equipment, and calculators.

• Demonstrates proficiency in the City of Jacksonville Core Competencies.

• Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of recreational and developmental needs of children and young adults along with the knowledge of community interests, trends, and resources and ability to use this information to determine library programming needs.

• Ability to translate adults, young adults and children’s needs and interests into effective library services and programs.

• Knowledge of library procedures, techniques, and policies.

• Knowledge of library materials in various formats and materials appropriate for various ages and reading levels.

• Knowledge of literature and reference materials.

• Skill in organizing library materials and workflow.

• Ability to recommend age-appropriate material.

• Ability to communicate orally and in writing to persuade, educate, explain, and inform. Ability to prepare written reports.

• Ability to solve problems.

• Ability to research and evaluate library activities and library procedures.

• Ability to maintain detailed and accurate records.

• Ability to operate standard office and library equipment such as personal computers using word processing, spreadsheet, database, and other related software, peripheral and electronic devices, cash registers, copiers, fax machines, microfilm and microfiche equipment, and calculators. Dependent on assignment, ability to operate a motor vehicle.

Open Requirements/Supplemental Information

• A Bachelors' Degree.

• Three years of experience in administrative, clerical, retail, educational, or library support work.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:

• Depending on assignment, a valid driver's license is required prior to appointment and must be maintained during employment in this class.

• Depending on assignment, must qualify for prior to appointment, obtain, and maintain during employment a City of Jacksonville Public Driver Certification.

  A FULLY COMPLETED ONLINE APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. Apply at www. (http://www.coj.net) jacksonville.gov. Work history is required for all employment/volunteer work in which qualifications are being based.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

The below documents are required with your application:

• Resume

• A copy of your college transcript, with your social blacked out. Transcripts do not need to be official, but must state your name, the school’s name, classes taken, grades received, type of degree, and date degree was conferred.

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Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and the family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment and are encouraged to apply for positions being filled.

If claiming veteran's preference, you must attach a DD-214 (Member Form-4 copy) or military discharge papers, or equivalent certification from the Department of Veterans Affairs listing military status, dates of service and character of discharge. You must also attach the Veterans Preference Certification Form and if applicable, the additional forms as noted here: http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services/veterans-preference

If a candidate believes he or she was not afforded veteran’s preference, he or she may file a written complaint, within 60 calendar days upon receipt of notification of the hiring decision, requesting an investigation to:

Florida Department of Veterans Affairs

Attention: Veterans’ Preference Coordinator

11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311-K

Largo, FL 33778-1630

Email: VeteransPreference@fdva.state.fl.us

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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Copying and pasting your resume or stating "see resume" does NOT fulfill the requirements of the question. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and certify that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

• Yes

• No

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  This is a seasonal part-time position working 25 hour a week with employment during May – August 2024. Majority of hours will be scheduled during the regular work week. However, due to the nature of library operations, the employee may be required to work evenings and on weekends, and at various locations. Are you able to work this schedule?

• Yes

• No

  03

  This position pays $17.60 per hour. If selected, would you be willing to accept this position at this hourly rate?

• Yes

• No

  04

  Part-Time and volunteer work experience may be considered if an applicant has worked/volunteered 20 hours per week or more. The complete work history must be included in your application if you would like this experience to be considered.

• I have read the above statement and understand what is required.

  05

  Do you have a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university? If yes, you MUST attach a copy of your college transcripts to your application.

• Yes

• No

  06

  If you have a degree, indicate which degree you have and include any major/minor.

  07

  Do you have three years of experience in administrative, clerical, retail, educational, or library support work?

• Yes

• No

  08

  Provide a detailed description (at least 3-4 complete sentences) of your experience.

  09

  Indicate the organization(s) you worked for where you gained this experience.

  10

  Do you have a valid motor vehicle operator license that is not under suspension/revocation or restricted under any pending or current citations/court proceedings? Please indicate which license you possess.

• Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL)

• Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL)

• Class C Commercial Driver License (CDL)

• Class E Driver License

• License from another State.

• Learner Permit

• My license is currently invalid.

• I do not possess any type of Driver's License.

  11

  Select the state where you currently hold a Driver's License.

• State of Florida Driver's License

• State of Georgia Driver's License

• Driver's License from another state.

• I do not possess a driver's license at this time.

  12

  Have you been cited for more than three (3) moving violations, or two (2) at fault accidents within the past 12 months from current date?

• Yes

• No

  13

  Have you been convicted of Driving-Under-the-Influence (DUI) in any state during the last 36 months from current date?

• Yes

• No

  14

  Have you been considered a "Habitual Traffic Offender" (HTO) within the past 12 months from current date?

• Yes

• No

  15

  I consent to the City of Jacksonville using the driver's license information I have provided to access a driver's license report from the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. I understand if one was accessed with relation to this application, a copy will be provided to me upon request.

• Yes, the City of Jacksonville has my consent to check my driver's license.

• No, I do not wish to give consent to the City of Jacksonville to check my driver's license.

  16

  Provide your full Driver's License or Identification number. If a correct number is not provided, your application will be considered incomplete and may result in disqualification from the selection process.

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  If you are requesting veterans preference, you MUST download the appropriate state of Florida form (even if you don't live in Florida) and attach it to your application. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL DELAY YOUR VETERANS PREFERENCE STATUS. Please download the forms at http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services/veterans-preference

• Yes, I am claiming veterans preference and I understand that I MUST download the appropriate form and attach it to my application.

• No, I am not claiming veterans preference and this does not apply to me.

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  A copy of your resume and college transcript are required with your application. College transcripts do not need to be official, but must state your name, the name of the school, type of degree, classes taken, grades received and date degree was conferred. NOTE: A copy of your diploma does not meet this requirement. Transcripts from colleges outside of the U.S. must be converted to U.S. Standards. If required documents are not provided your application will be considered incomplete and may result in disqualification from the selection process.

• I have read the above statement and understand what is required.

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Agency

City of Jacksonville

Address

117 W. Duval St. Suite 100 Jacksonville, Florida, 32202

Website

http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services.aspx

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