There is an opening for an information assistant at the Virginia Room at the
Fairfax County Public Library. To apply go to

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/fairfaxcounty/default.cfm

Scroll down to page two and read here:


14-00962

Virginia Room Assistant (Library Informa...

Library

FT Hourly W BN

$44,082.06 - $73,469.97 Annually

08/01/14

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Job #:

14-00962


Job Title:

Virginia Room Assistant (Library Information Assistant)


Opening Date/Time:

Sat. 07/19/14 12:00 AM Eastern Time


Closing Date/Time:

Fri. 08/01/14 5:00 PM Eastern Time


Salary:

$21.19 - $35.32 Hourly
$1,695.46 - $2,825.77 Biweekly
$44,082.06 - $73,469.97 Annually


Job Type:

FT Hourly W BN


Location:

FAIRFAX CITY REGIONAL LIBRARY, 10360 NORTH STREET, FAIRFAX (FJ38), Virginia


Department:

Library


Pay Grade:

s19


Posting Type:

Open to General Public


 

 
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Job Announcement  Benefits  Supplemental Questions

 


Assists the patrons and staff in the operation of the Virginia Room, a
specialized collection of materials on Virginia, Fairfax County and the
Washington Metropolitan area. Provides information service to patrons with
particular focus on local and state government publications, history,
genealogy and law and statistics. Uses both print and electronic resources
in responding to information requests. Supervises technical processing for
serials, coordinates indexing of materials, and maintains historical
clippings files on building, places, people and events. Answers mail and
electronic requests for information and may supervise volunteer in support
of duties. Promotes Virginia Room services by participation in appropriate
community organizations. Assists in collection development and management
and in planning and organizing the work of the department. Regular sole
staff member on duty; must work independently without supervision and take
responsibility for all services. Exercises independent judgment in resolving
work situations with minimal supervision; duties are performed under the
supervision of the Virginia Room Librarian.


 Illustrative Duties:


.        Answers reference questions from customers through the use of
standard reference books, documents, and electronic resources; 

.        Assists and instructs customers in the use of print and on-line
reference materials; 

.        Advises and assists customers in the selection of books,
periodicals, media, and other materials; 

.        Plans and provides programs and outreach to customers of all ages; 

.        Performs collection maintenance by weeding, marketing and
merchandising library materials; 

.        Trouble-shoots library computers and reports unresolved problems
through proper channels; 

.        Remains current in resources, services and technologies in the
information field; 

.        Performs copy cataloging of fiction library materials; 

.        Identifies materials to be considered for addition to the library
collection. 


 Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:


.        Working knowledge of the principles, standards, and practices of
library science; 

.        Knowledge of library reference sources and methods; 

.        Ability to meet and provide information service to customers of all
ages; 

.        Ability to work with other employees; 

.        Ability to learn new procedures and resources; 

.        Ability to communicate verbally in order to answer reference
questions and provide reading guidance; 

.        Ability to understand and interpret policies; 

.        Ability to carry out objectives under supervision; 

.        Ability to present a positive image of the library to the public.


 Employment Standards:


Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to
graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a
bachelor's degree in social or behavioral sciences, liberal arts or
sciences, education, or a related discipline; plus two years of experience
working in a library, bookstore, educational or research setting. 

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to lift books weighing 10 pounds.  Ability to perform repetitive
hand, arm, wrist and shoulder movements.  Ability to stoop, bend and reach.
Ability to be physically active for three hours at a time.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience working in a public library. Strong customer service skills. Good
Internet search skills. Demonstrated proficiency in using Microsoft Office
products including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Experience
troubleshooting computer hardware. 
 

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview. There may be a written or practical exercise.


 

	

 


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