Part Time Library Aide

This position will be responsible for the efficient daily operation of the Canyon Area Library and will work under the general direction of the library director.

• Ability to work in the United States
• High school diploma or equivalent

Travel for the position is considered minimal. There may be occasional travel required for training and certification maintenance. Also, some travel may be required to obtain supplies and equipment. For the most part, the majority of travel is local, within the Amarillo and Canyon areas.

None

Knowledge:

• →Knowledge of library filing systems
• →Basic computer literacy

Skills:

• →Interpersonal communication
• →Communication skills-maintaining communication with team members, departments, divisions, and citizens to meet their needs.
• →Customer service – must maintain a professional demeanor with patrons
• →Organization
• →Filing
• →Data entry

Abilities:

• →Problem-solving: Ability to identify issues and find practical solutions.
• →Work in a team setting and work collaboratively with other library staff to provide support to library patrons

The physical demands described here represent those that the employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform basic functions.

Physical activity typically involves activities such as sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and frequently lifting objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Frequent repetitive motions of the wrists, hands, arms, and shoulders are required to perform job duties.

The position is part-time and the average work schedule will be around 20 hours per week. Working on weekends (Saturdays) is required to maintain library access for citizens.

The work schedule for this position will be:

Tuesday 9-1:30 pm

Wednesday 9-1:30 pm 

Thursday 1:30-6pm

Saturday 9-3pm (1-2 Saturday shifts per month)

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

• Essential duties are performed both indoors and occasionally outdoors for events.

• Exposure to weather conditions is not likely for the majority of work performed indoors.

Please note that this job description is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee in this job. Other tasks and duties may be assigned to support the City of Canyon's overall mission.

All job requirements are subject to revision to reflect changes in the position requirements or to accommodate individuals with disabilities reasonably. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a threat or risk to their health and safety or other employees. Employees must follow other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor/manager (within guidelines and compliance with Federal and State Laws). Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.