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Job Responsibilities: Under general supervision drives, maintains and cleans the bookmobile; assists with checking materials in and out to patrons on the bookmobile; assists in filling the bookmobile for the next day’s bookmobile run.
Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Must possess a valid
Working Conditions: Full-time, 40 hours a week. Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
Responsibilities: Checks materials in and out on bookmobile; shelves incoming materials; Drives the bookmobile along assigned route to maintain the schedule in a timely manner; Maintains bookmobile by completing bookmobile checklist daily; coordinates routine bookmobile maintenance and repair schedule with department head and Facilities Coordinator; cleans interior and exterior of bookmobile. Maintains orderliness of displays and shelves. Loads materials into and out of the bookmobile. Other duties as assigned.
Application Procedure: Applications may be obtained in person from the
Deadline: Applications received by Friday, November 21, 2008 will be given first consideration.
**This position is being filled only because of the separation of employment from WCPL of an employee.
Title: Shreve Branch Assistant
Date Posted: November 6, 2008
Job Responsibilities: Under general supervision, the Branch Assistant performs circulation and public service, assists in collection maintenance, programming and other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent, library experience preferred. Able to push heavy carts. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Working Conditions: Part-time, approximately 20 hours per week with additional hours as necessary. Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
Knowledge of: *Library policies and procedures, *Dewey Decimal Classification System, *basic library science and technology, *automation systems and *computer software (*may be acquired after hire.)
Skills and Abilities to: Present a positive, professional image to the public; interact and respond appropriately to patrons and staff; develop and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor and staff; communicate effectively in written and oral form; maintain confidentiality.
Illustrative Duties: Performs all circulation functions, including but not limited to, opening and closing of the library; balancing cash register and processing daily delivery of library materials. Provides reference service and assist patrons in the general use of the library and its equipment. Assists with the planning and implementation of programs.
Application Procedure: Applications may be obtained in person from the
Deadline: Applications received by November 21, 2008 will be given first consideration.
**This position is being filled only because of the separation of employment from WCPL of an employee.
Title: Creston Branch Manager
Date Posted: November 7, 2008
Job Responsibilities: Manages the day-to-day operations of the branch library, supervises branch staff, recommends materials for selection, and represents the library in the community.
Qualifications: High school diploma and Bachelors Degree preferred. At least three years of managerial experience required preferably in public sector.
Working Conditions: Full time salary position, approximately 40 hours per week with additional hours as necessary. Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
Knowledge of: *Library policies and procedures, *Dewey Decimal Classification System, *basic library science and technology, *automation systems and *computer software (*may be acquired after hire.)
Skills and Abilities to: Present a positive, professional image to the public; interact and respond appropriately to patrons and staff; develop and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor and staff; communicate effectively in written and oral form; works independently with little supervision; maintain confidentiality.
Illustrative Duties: Performs all management functions including but not limited to providing customer service to patrons at the circulation desk or on the phone; oversees branch staff, trains new hires, responsible for staff scheduling, maintains branch budget and attends branch manager meetings; organizes and conducts programs, prepares press releases, works with community groups; recommends materials for selection and weeds materials as necessary.
Application Procedure: Applications may be obtained in person from the
Deadline: Applications received by November 21, 2008 will be given first consideration.
**This position is being filled only because of the employee retirement from WCPL.**
Date Posted: November 10, 2008
Job Responsibilities: Under general supervision, the Circulation Assistant charges library materials in and out, assists with routing and shelving materials, collects fines and provides assistance to patrons.
Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent, library experience preferred. Must have the ability to push heavy carts and lift up to 50 lbs. Must have working knowledge with library software.
Working Conditions: Full-time, 40 hours per week. Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
Knowledge of: *Library policies and procedures, *Dewey Decimal Classification System, *basic library science and technology, *automation systems and *computer software (*may be acquired after hire.)
Skills and Abilities to: Present a positive, professional image to the public; interact and respond appropriately to patrons and staff; develop and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor and staff; communicate effectively in written and oral form; maintain confidentiality.
Illustrative Duties: Assists patrons on the public desk. Routes in new materials from Technical Services Department and materials received from the branches daily. Assists with the weekly pull list. Assists with the Computer Lab. Assists in Interlibrary Loan with processing holds, packing and unpacking and calling patrons for reserved materials. Assists with the Failed Call and Unclaimed Holds reports.
Application Procedure: Applications may be obtained in person from the
Deadline: Applications received by November 21, 2008 will be given first consideration.
**This position is being filled only because of the employee retirement from WCPL**
Title: Circulation Assistant at
Date Posted: November 10, 2008
Job Responsibilities: Under general supervision, the Circulation Assistant charges library materials in and out, assists with routing and shelving materials, collects fines and provides assistance to patrons.
Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent, library experience preferred. Must have the ability to push heavy carts and lift up to 50 lbs. Must have working knowledge with library software.
Working Conditions: Part-time, 20 hours per week. Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
Knowledge of: *Library policies and procedures, *Dewey Decimal Classification System, *basic library science and technology, *automation systems and *computer software (*may be acquired after hire.)
Skills and Abilities to: Present a positive, professional image to the public; interact and respond appropriately to patrons and staff; develop and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor and staff; communicate effectively in written and oral form; maintain confidentiality.
Illustrative Duties: Assists patrons on the public desk. Routes in new materials from Technical Services Department and materials received from the branches daily. Assists with the weekly pull list. Assists with the Computer Lab. Assists in Interlibrary Loan with processing holds, packing and unpacking and calling patrons for reserved materials. Assists with the Failed Call and Unclaimed Holds reports.
Application Procedure: Applications may be obtained in person from the
Deadline: Applications received by November 21, 2008 will be given first consideration.
**This position is being filled only because of the employee retirement from WCPL**
Job Responsibilities: The Wayne County Public Library is seeking a Resources Coordinator to serve as Chief Personnel Officer, coordinating the Human Resources programs and functions for the Library.
Qualifications: BA/BS degree in Human Resources/Personnel Management from an accredited university and a minimum of three years experience in HR or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience required. Valid
Working Conditions: Full-time, salaried/exempt. This position reports to the Library Director.
Knowledge of: Strong knowledge of Federal Employment Laws and standard Human Resources concepts and practices required.
Illustrative Duties: Human Resources Coordinator will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing a Human Resources structure that includes performance management, compensation and benefits administration, management training and development, employee relations, recruitment and creating and updating policies and procedures, and performing other duties as assigned.
Application Procedure: Applications may be obtained in person from the
Deadline: Applications received by November 26th will be given first consideration.
**This position is being filled due to employee separation from WCPL***
Title: Children’s Department Manager
Date Posted: November 12, 2008
Job Responsibilities: The Wayne County Public Library is looking for a friendly, energetic individual to supervise the main library’s Children’s Department and its staff of 5 Librarians and 2 Associates. Reports to the Director and participates as member of the Administrative Team as well as Manager in Charge. Successful candidate, under general direction, will coordinate and direct programs of service to children and parents; works with community groups; monitors, develops and evaluates programs; recommends policies and procedures. Oversees collection development; prepares publicity and press releases.
Qualifications: Master’s degree in library science from an American Library Association accredited school. Professional library experience including a background in children’s services and supervisory experience required. Experience with children’s programming preferred. Must possess a valid
Working Conditions: Full-time, salaried/exempt. Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
Skills and Abilities to: Present a positive, professional image to the public; interact and respond appropriately to patrons and staff; develop and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor and staff; communicate effectively in written and oral form; maintain confidentiality.
Application Procedure: Applications may be obtained in person at the
(website – wcpl.info)
Deadline: Applications received by Tuesday, November 26th will be given first consideration.
**This position is being filled only because of reclassification of employment status of existing manager.
