Library Youth Services Technician

INTRA-DEPARTMENT

JOB OPENING

CITY OF FARMINGTON

JOB POSITION #138: Library Youth Services Technician

NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 3-5

DEPARTMENT: Library

WORK LOCATION: Farmington Public Library

HIRING SALARY: $14.00/hour

TYPE OF POSITION: Temporary, Part-Time

DAYS WORKED: Varies

HOURS WORKED: Varies

APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL: Friday, July 25th, 2025

JOB DUTIES

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Works under the general direction of the Youth Services Coordinator.

Assists, performs, trains and manages work as assigned in Youth Services Department.

Prepares and presents youth and teen programs.

Accuracy, attention to detail, multi-tasking and time management skills, and strong customer service skills and enjoys working with youth of all ages, are vital in this position.

Meets deadlines and follows through with supervisor on a daily basis.

Greets and assist public both in person and over the telephone.

Assists patrons on the library online catalog, locating materials and database resources, computer reservation system, self-check, including tours and groups.

Participates and assists in collection development with book reviews, weeding and various duties as assigned.

Develops and maintains displays including electronic displays as assigned.

Prepares and performs computer data entry using various computer software.

Has a good working knowledge of the responsibilities, procedures and policies primarily through oral instruction and observation, which takes place on the job. Training is hands-on, with repetition and reinforcement.

Understands and follows written and/or verbal instructions.

Learns responsibilities, procedures and policies primarily through oral instruction and observation. Training is hands-on, with repetition and reinforcement.

Participates attends staff trainings, daily shows, programs, and other training sessions as assigned.

Assists in recording and/or compiling statistics relating to Youth Services department, including inventory of library supplies and materials.

Must be available to work varied schedule including evenings, weekends and some holidays

Attendance and punctuality for work is an essential function of this position.

Complies with all library procedures and policies, and the City's guidelines, rules, regulations, procedures, and policies.

May serve on various committees, as required and assigned.

May work at outreach sites including as assigned.

The duties listed above are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

This position is subject to the City of Farmington's Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Policy. This includes: pre-employment testing, post accident testing, reasonable suspicion testing, return to duty testing and follow-up testing.

Background check required.

This position requires participation in and compliance with the City's Environmental, Health, and Safety Program.

Valid driver's license required with acceptable driving record for the past three years.

Operates a motor vehicle to assist in carrying out the business of the department and the City.

Enjoy working with toddler and school age library patrons.

Experience to lead and train staff.

Comprehensive knowledge of library procedures, which may be attained through on the job training.

Must be available to work weekdays, evenings, weekends and holidays.

Ability to perform basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, etc.

Ability to operate personal computers, knowledge of Excel, Word, including the library's online catalog.

Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with the public on all age levels and cultural backgrounds, both verbally and in writing.

Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, other City personnel and the public.

Ability to follow verbal and or written instructions.

Ability to work under stress and handle stressful situations.

Ability to operate tools and equipment listed

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:

Library online card catalog, self-check machine, pc reservations, personal computer (word and powerpoint) calculator, copy and fax machine, die-cut machine, sound system, electronic games, DVD player and telephone, automobile.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or craw

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is generally quiet.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, M/F/D/V

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