Youth Services Clerk

JOB OPENING

CITY OF FARMINGTON

JOB POSITION #53: YOUTH SERVICES CLERK

NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 4-6

DEPARTMENT: Library

TYPE OF POSITION: Temporary/Part-Time

HIRING RANGE: $8.00 / Hour

DAYS WORKED: Varies

HOURS WORKED: Varies

WORK LOCATION: Farmington Public Library

APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED THROUGH: Friday April 1, 2016
Resumes submitted without a City of Farmington application will not be considered in our job selection process.

SELECTION AND SCREENING TOOLS REQUIRED
1. There are two WorkKeys tests that take approximately 45 minutes each and must be completed within three (3) days past the closing date for this position.

2. Applicants are required to register for the following WorkKeys tests: Locating Information and Reading for Information.
a. Register online at www.jobs.state.nm.us
b. Visit the Farmington Department of Workforce Solutions, 600 West Arrington
c. The Online Scheduler https://nm.schedulenow.me/home/farmington/ will list testing dates, times, and locations from which to choose.
d. For additional information please call Department of Workforce Solutions at (505) 327-6127 x72.
3. If you fail the test you will need to wait 24 hours before taking the test again. The test cannot be taken more than three (3) times for each job description.
4. This position requires applicants to meet the entry-level profile as set by the subject matter experts (SMEs) for the skills being assessed, and must score a minimum of 3 for the WorkKeys testing.

JOB DUTIES

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Works under the general direction of the Youth Services Coordinator, and under the direct supervision of the Youth Services Librarian or Teen Services Coordinator; training and instruction may be provided by Library Technicians, as assigned.

Supervision is not exercised in this position.

Accuracy, attention to detail, multi-tasking, flexibility, being a team player, and strong customer service skills are vital in this position.

Greets and assists public, both in person and over the telephone.

Assists library users with using the library online catalog, locating materials, using the computer reservation system, self-check, and with tours and groups, as assigned.

Assists with development and presentation of youth and teen programs.

Meets deadlines and follows through with supervisor.

Assists in maintaining displays, including electronic displays as assigned.

Assists and works at outreach sites as assigned.

Assists with tasks related to collection development, book reviews, weeding and various duties as assigned.

Learns 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.

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

Assists in recording and/or compiling statistics relating to Youth Services department.

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

Attendance at work is an essential function of this position.

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

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

May serve on various employee committees, as required and assigned.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the osition if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
 
QUALIFICATIONS
This position is subject to the City's Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Program.

This includes: pre-employment testing, post-accident testing, reasonable suspicion testing, return-to-duty testing, and follow-up testing.

Background check is required.

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

Valid New Mexico (or state of current residency) driver's license with acceptable driving record.

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

Enjoys working with toddlers, children, youth and teens.

Ability to learn library procedures, attained through on the job training.

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

Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with co-workers, supervisors, other City personnel and the public, on all age levels and cultural backgrounds, both verbally and in writing.

Ability to work under stress and handle stressful situations.

Ability to learn to operate tools and equipment listed.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:
Library's online card catalog and automation system, self check machines, computer reservation system, personal computer and applicable software, book carts, calculator, copy and fax machines, telephones, mobile devices (such as tablets and mp3 players), audio-visual equipment (such as projectors, sound systems, DVD players), electronic gaming equipment and music system, die-cut equipment, 3D printer and software, and 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 crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee will routinely push fully-loaded book carts requiring up to 25 pounds of force.

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.

Work is performed inside/outside in all types of weather conditions.

The noise level in the work environment is moderate.


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

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