Public Services Assistant Multiple Locations 40 Hours

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King County Library System (KCLS) is seeking 5 motivated and skilled Public Services Assistantsto provide service in the Riverview Region of King County libraries. This region includes the Issaquah Mercer Island Newcastle Renton Renton Highlands and Skyway libraries.

The Public Services Assistant (PSA)assists patrons with information about library materials equipment programs and services in order to help them succeed through ideas interaction and information.

As a PSA you will have the opportunity to:

• Provide assistance to patrons in person online and over the phone
• Perform material circulation duties
• Assist patrons in using computers printers and other library technology
• Model and champion intellectual freedom
• Collaborate with other staff on variety of tasks such as committees and projects

This is an ideal opportunity for you if you are passionate about library services and serving the diverse communities of King County.

Required: Applicants must attach a current resume and cover letter which addresses relevant work experience education and training as it relates to this position.

Schedule 1:

Monday 9:15am-5:15pm at Newcastle Library
Tuesday 1:15pm-8:15pm at Newcastle Library
Thursday 9:15am-6:15pm at Newcastle Library
Friday 9:15am-5:15pm at Newcastle Library
Saturday 10:15am-6:15pm at Newcastle Library

Schedule 2:

Monday 9:15am-4:15pm at Skyway Library
Wednesday 11:15am-8:15pm at Renton Library
Thursday 11:15am-6:15pm at Skyway Library
Friday 9:15am-6:15pm at Skyway Library
Saturday 10:15am-6:15pm at Renton Library

Schedule 3:

Sunday 10:15am-6:15pm at Issaquah Library
Monday 9:15am-5:15pm at Issaquah Library
Tuesday 11:15am-7:15pm at Issaquah Library
Wednesday 12:15pm-8:15pm at Issaquah Library
Thursday 10:15am-6:15pm at Issaquah Library

Schedule 4:

Sunday 10:15am-6:15pm at Issaquah Library
Monday 9:15am-6:15pm at Issaquah Library
Tuesday 11:15am-6:15pm at Skyway Library
Wednesday 11:15am-8:15pm at Skyway Library
Thursday 9:15am-4:15pm at Skyway Library

Schedule 5:

Tuesday 1:15pm-8:15pm at Newcastle Library
Wednesday 11:15am-8:15pm at Newcastle Library
Thursday 11:15am-6:15pm at Renton Library
Friday 9:15am-6:15pm at Renton Library
Saturday 10:15am-6:15pm at Renton Library

Schedules may change based on businessneeds

About King County Library System (KCLS):

KCLS has a vision of a world where knowledge allows diverse communities to prosper and order to support this vision we create opportunities through meaningful connections by acting as the knowledge sharing center for over 1.5 million diverse patrons providing an unparalleled collection of library materials resources technology services and programs.

Approximately 1000 engaged and passionate staff provide service in 50 community library locations and patron engagement using direct outreach programs and virtual assistance. Our service area includes cities towns tribal lands and unincorporated districts of King County with the exception of the city of Seattle.

From a 2021-2022 comprehensive Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Assessment Demographics and Language Report of the more than 1.5 million residents who live within the KCLS service area almost half identify as Black Indigenous or People of Color (BIPOC). Moreover roughly one-third of the KCLS community speaks a language other than English as their first language.

The King County Library System values the diverse perspectives lived experiences and cultures of all qualified individuals. We seek applicants that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply including BIPOC (Black Indigenous and other people of color) immigrants refugees women LGBTQIA individuals with disabilities veterans etc.

KCLSwelcomes reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities as an opportunity to assist qualified individuals to participate in the job application or interview process and/or perform the essential functions of the position upon hire.

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KCLS ensures equal opportunities and consideration for all job applicants without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. KCLS does not tolerate discrimination or harassment during any stage of employment including in recruiting hiring promotion termination leave of absence compensation or training.

Essential Duties

The items listed in this section are the key duties and responsibilities for this job and do not represent an exhaustive list. Our organization is dynamic and therefore duties may change based on business necessity; however any new duties will remain within the scope of the job.

• Provides information and readers advisory assistance in person online and over the phone.
• Facilitates patron use of library collections through reference interviews literature electronic searches and instruction in the use of catalogs paper and electronic resources.
• Educates trains and assists patrons with library technology equipment and resources.
• Troubleshoots basic technology issues and reports equipment repair needs and non-routine maintenance as necessary.
• Assists patrons and staff with full range of circulation duties including check-in/check-out use of materials handling equipment shelving materials locating materials at different locations and patron account problem resolution.
• Supports patrons and system staff with scheduling and using the library facility including meeting and study rooms.
• Upholds the principle of intellectual freedom. Responds to related inquiries and refers challenges as appropriate.
• Resolves patron incidents concerns and conflicts ensuring the Code of Conduct is followed orredirects as appropriate.
• Promotes and displays materials services and programs.
• Assists with delivery preparation and staffing support of library programs and outreach.
• Performs daily cash handling and register functions and associated reconciliation and deposits.

1. Attends and actively participates on internal committees.
2. Provides mentoring and training for staff in areas of expertise.
3. Performs duties of lower classifications as needed.
4. Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Valuing Diversity

• Customer Focus

• Ethics Values and Judgement

• Professional and Technical Knowledge

• Approachability

• Dealing with Ambiguity

• Teamwork/Collaboration

• Composure

Education and Experience
The items listed below are the minimum requirements for the job and are relevant to this position. The organization values both work experience and education and realizes that individuals take different paths to acquire knowledge.

• Associates or technical degree or certificate.
• Three years experience in a library or other service-oriented setting.
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the necessary qualifications to successfully perform the duties of the position will be considered.

• Proficiency in basic computer operations troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in software programs including Microsoft Outlook Word Excel and PowerPoint.
• Model for customer service mindset and delivery.
• Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Demonstrated commitment to community.
• Maintain calm in stressful and ambiguous situations.
• Analytical and decision-making skills to assess an issue to determine an optimal solution.
• Flexible in an environment with constant interruptions.
• Attentive to detail and accuracy of tasks.
• Adept communication and listening skills with various and diverse audiences.

• None.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job the employee will:

• Frequently stand and walk throughout work shift and occasionally will sit.
• Frequently reach out at chest level and occasionally reach up or down with hands and arms.
• Frequently use hands in conjunction with frequent finger use. Keyboarding. may be repetitive up to seldom.
• Rotate neck up to occasionally.
• Change tasks depending upon the shift.
• Require extensive close work including use of a computer monitor.
• Occasionally bend stoop or twist at waist and squat or crouch.
• Frequently lift and carry up to 10 lbs. and seldom lift and carry up to 35 lbs.
• Seldom push or pull carts and wheeled equipment with light to moderate force.

Work Environment

Work is performed in a typical library environment. Interactions with individuals that involve behavior issues may occur. Resources are available to assist with identifying solutions or actions. Work may occasionally be near moving mechanical parts or high speed automated systems. Incumbent must be available for a varied work schedule including evenings and/or weekends which may change periodically. Travel between assigned work locations may be required.