Part-Time Library Associate - New Prague Salary $17.37 - $21.72 Hourly Location New Prague/Elko New Market Libraries, MN Job Type Part Time Division Community Services Division Job Number 2018-00090 Closing 12/4/2018 11:59 PM Central Job Summary This position is at the New Prague Library and works approximately 15 hours per week. The eligible register developed from this posting may be used to fill future FT and PT vacancies within this classification. The Library Associate is key to creating exceptional customer experiences. Welcomes customers to the library and proactively assists customers through various aspects of using the library. Performs all circulation functions; assists customers with library accounts, including accepting payment; provides basic technology assistance; and performs other duties as required by the needs of service. Hours and location of work may vary to best serve the needs of library customers. Essential Duties Supports local branch service delivery by welcoming customers to the library, determining customer needs, and connecting customers with appropriate resources and staff; answering directional and basic informational questions; planning, delivering, and/or monitoring programs; and marketing and promoting programs throughout the library system. Assists customers with library accounts and materials, including processing account applications; verifying account information; checking materials in and out; renewing materials; placing holds and interlibrary loan requests; accepting payment and making change; and responding to customer concerns and disputes. Assists customers through various aspects of using the library, including library materials, public access catalog, Internet stations, printers, copiers, self-checkout, etc. Provides technology troubleshooting and assistance as needed. Supports local branch operations by completing opening and closing procedures; performing collection maintenance tasks; providing work direction and training to library aides and volunteers; supporting and training new hires and substitutes; and offering general assistance to Librarians and Branch Manager. Participates in job-related meetings, events, and training. Works the hours and/or shifts assigned and begins and ends work on time. Performs other related duties as required or assigned. Minimum Qualifications Requires equivalency of two years post-secondary education (bachelor's degree preferred). Preference given to applicants with previous library, customer service, or programming/teaching experience. Must possess a valid class D driver's license. The incumbent shall provide a reliable means of transportation for the performance of work responsibilities. Selection Process Selection for this position will be based on a minimum qualifications screening and rating of training and experience. Top candidates will be forwarded to the hiring manager or supervisor for consideration for interview and/or additional assessments. Final selection will include a background check and approval by the County Board. Note - Intermittent, Temporary, and PT positions less than 20 hrs per week are not eligible for benefits. Benefits: (Benefit offerings can and do change on occasion.) A comprehensive benefits package is provided for all employees who work 20 hours per week or more. For detailed benefit information visit the Scott County Benefit Hub at . Health Insurance - Two four-tier plan options available Dental Insurance - Four-tier plan option available Life Insurance Flexible (Pre-Tax) Spending Accounts Post-Retirement Health Care Savings Plan Long-Term Disability 10 paid holidays annually Paid Time Off (PTO) or Vacation & Sick Leave Employee Assistance Program PERA (Public Employee's Retirement Association) Retirement Plans On-Site Occupational Health Nurse Active Safety & Wellness Teams, Committees, and Programs Other great benefits available: Short-Term Disability Credit Union Membership Deferred Compensation Plans Minnesota Benefit Association Vision Plan Scott County Employees Association Spirit of Scott Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Training Opportunities Scott County has adopted a Total Rewards philosophy! Scott County is an employer of choice, supporting, encouraging, and engaging employees through focused employee investments and workplace programs and offerings that promote and foster individual and organizational well-being. The net result of this philosophy is public service excellence through citizen focused services. Our goal is to address the multiple facets of employee well-being via 6 different program delivery "buckets." These buckets encompass different topic areas, benefits, and initiatives that the County invests in to achieve Total Rewards. ?These buckets include physical health, workplace social/belonging, work/life balance, financial security, training and development, and emotional health. You can read more about the 6 buckets 01 Please select the answer that best describes your level of education: No High School Diploma or G.E.D. High School Graduate or possess a G.E.D. Less than 1 yr of college or technical school 1 or more but less than 2 yrs college or technical school Associate's Degree 2 or more but less than 3 yrs college 3 or more but less than 4 yrs college Bachelor's Degree Schooling beyond Bachelor's level 02 If you possess a degree(s), please list the degree(s) you possess and your program area of focus (e.g. BS in Education): 03 Please select the answer that best describes your experience (full-time equivalency) in any of the following areas: library, customer-service/service county/retail work, front-desk reception, school media center, law/legal research: No Experience Up to 6 months 6 to 11 months 12 to 23 months 24 to 35 months 36 to 47 months 48 to 59 months 60 to 71 months 72 to 83 months 84 to 95 months 96 to 107 months 108 to 119 months 120 or more months 04 Please briefly describe the experience you listed in the previous question: 05 Do you possess a valid driver's license? Yes No 06 Do you have a reliable means of transportation for the performance of work responsibilities? Yes No 07 Please indicate your types of experience (check all that apply): Broad Based Public Library Scott County Library System School Library Bookstore Other relevant library experience None of the above 08 Please briefly describe the experience you listed in the previous question: 09 Do you have work experience with systems and technology specific to libraries? Yes No 10 Please briefly describe the experience you have had with computers and list software programs you have worked with. If no experience, please enter "None." 11 Do you have experience creating and delivering programming for children, teens and/or adults? Yes No 12 Please briefly describe the experience you listed in the previous question: 13 Do you speak any of the following languages? (Select all that apply) Spanish Russian Vietnamese Somali None of the above 14 Is there anything else you want to add that is pertinent to this position? Required Question Agency Scott County (MN) Address 200 4th Avenue West #201 Shakopee, Minnesota, 55379 Phone 952-496-8103 Website