POSTING DATE: January 27, 2025

JOB TITLE: Multimedia and Fiction Assistant, Grade 17

LOCATION: Headquarters Library

DATE AVAILABLE: March 1, 2025

SALARY: $2,305 per month (Includes a generous benefits package)

HOURS: 40 hours per week

Week A & B: Monday 8:45-5:45; Tuesday 8:45-5:45; Wednesday 8:45-5:45; Thursday 11:15-8:15; Friday 8:45-5:45

Week C: Monday 8:45-6:15; Tuesday 8:45-6:15; Wednesday 8:45-6:15; Thursday 11:15-8:15; Saturday 9:45-5:15

Week D: Sunday 12:30-5:15; Tuesday 8:45-6:15; Wednesday 8:45-6:15; Thursday 11:15-8:15; Friday 9:15-6:15

(Note: Must be flexible to accommodate schedule changes, may be asked to work other times as needed.)

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience Must complete pre-employment testing.

Essential Functions

Primarily responsible for providing superior customer service daily to patrons of all ages at a busy public service desk on the main floor of the building, fielding questions about library resources, materials, digital devices, and offering suggestions
Assists in requests, maintenance, setups and troubleshooting of audio-visual equipment for patrons & staff
Provides patron support and troubleshooting for the library’s streaming and downloadable collections
Responsible for maintaining an attractive space in the Fiction, Movie, Television and Video Game areas at the Headquarters Library, including collections, displays, and signage
Regularly plans, promotes, presents and analyzes quality programs that meet the needs and interests of adults
Attends regular training related to adult services and other library work, and may assist at other desks across the system as needed
Participates in department meetings, Adult Services Committee meetings, and online discussions
Assists the Assistant Director of Multimedia & Fiction and the Director of Adult Services with implementation of departmental and systemwide projects
Maintains awareness of & completes ongoing training regarding safety and security for all in the building

Knowledge & Skills

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Broad knowledge of entertainment for adults, from books, comics and manga to games, movies and television, plus an ongoing interest in pop culture and technology
Strong skills and ability to work with a variety of digital devices, software and audio-visual equipment
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills that display a positive attitude, cultural sensitivity, a sense of humor, with the ability to interact with people from all backgrounds and age groups
Excellent writing skills with a strong grasp of grammar and ability to structure descriptions of events and materials
Creative, flexible and organized with good time management skills and attention to detail
Ability to take direction and work independently or with a team, plus strong work ethic and initiative
Valid driver’s license with the ability to drive to other libraries or for community outreach

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