CIRCULATION CLERK (Library Assistant II) - Range 08 / AMEA

CIRCULATION CLERK (Library Assistant II) - Range 08 / AMEA Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/moa/jobs/newprint/4752536) Apply  CIRCULATION CLERK (Library Assistant II) - Range 08 / AMEA Salary$16.77 - $21.45 HourlyLocation Anchorage, AKJob TypeRegular / Full TimeJob Number2024-01034DepartmentLibraryDivisionLibrary Circulation 1Opening Date12/11/2024Closing Date12/20/2024 5:00 PM Alaska

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Job InformationOpen to the general public and any current Municipal employee.This position is represented by the Anchorage Municipal Employee Association (AMEA) and is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the AMEA. DEPARTMENT: Library HOURS OF WORK: Monday and Wednesday- Friday from 9:15- 6:15, with one late shift from 11:15- 8:15 on Tuesday LOCATION: Loussac Library, 3600 Denali Street, Anchorage, AK 99503 Example of DutiesPerform circulation tasks: charge, discharge, renew and route library materials. Empty book drops and automated handling carts. Register patrons for library cards. Help patrons locate materials, place requests, and use library equipment. Respond to questions about library policy/ procedure. Research materials status. Operate cash register and credit card console. Complete cash and credit card transactions, initiate customer refunds as appropriate, prepare and make bank deposits. Assist with bus passes, voter registration and other specialized services. Answer phones; communicate by email. Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting of library equipment. Provide public assistance with library's technologies, including; computers, copiers, printers, and other devices. Provide ready reference assistance to public, including knowledge of library website and downloading of materials. Assist with library programs and events, both in and outside the library. Receive operating/ office supplies. Train and assign tasks to volunteers. Establish and maintain effective relations with coworkers, the public and vendors; treat everyone with honesty, respect and fairness to build an environment of trust; contribute to a collaborative, committed and collegial work environment. Perform all duties of Library Clerk, Library Assistant 1.Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / PreferencesHigh school, GED, or the equivalent and one (1) year of customer service and/or library experience . Additional Requirements:

A valid State of Alaska Driver’s License at time of hire

Additional Important InformationPreference will be given to Anchorage Municipal Employees Association (AMEA) employees. AMEA employees who are successful in the screening process will be forwarded to the department for consideration prior to any non-AMEA applicants.The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify Program. For more information, please go to http://www.uscis.gov/E-verify. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory background check. A background check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon satisfactory completion of a national criminal background investigation (AS 12.62.160) and (AS 12.62.400). Accordingly, it will be necessary for the selected applicant to provide certain identification information and be fingerprinted. Fingerprint cards must be dated within 30 days from the date requested. The processing fee of $48.25 plus the cost of being fingerprinted (variable), is the responsibility of the selected applicant and must be accomplished before beginning work.Military Service Interview Preference:Veterans or who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual’s command organization and show the name, signature, title and contact information for the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.The Municipality of Anchorage is an employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.Application Process:Once an applicant clicks on the "Apply" link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, they will be directed to the www.GovernmentJobs.com website to log into their existing account (or to create an account) of their application profile. Applicants will create or review their profile, make any updates necessary, and submit their application from their personal account. NOTE: The GovernmentJobs website and applicant's profile accounts are not administered by the Municipality of Anchorage. For technical assistance or customer service regarding an account profile, applicants may contact the GovernmentJobs customer support line at 1-855-524-5627.For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Human Resources Department at (907) 343-4442 during regular business hours of Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p. m. Alaska Time.The MOA is an EO and AA Employer and complies with Title I of the ADAFor information regarding requests for reasonable accommodations related to employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Municipality of Anchorage ADA Coordinator at (907) 343-4571.The Municipality of Anchorage (MOA) offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees that may include:Health / Medical Benefits:

Medical/Dental/Vision/Audio

Life Insurance

Dependent Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts – Health and Dependent Care

Health Savings Accounts

Retirement:

State of Alaska Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) Program

401(k) and 457 Savings Plans

Employer Paid Benefits:

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Leave Plan

11 Paid Holidays

For an overview of our medical benefit package go to http://www.muni.org/Departments/employeerelations/Pages/BenefitsSummaries (http://www.muni.org/Departments/employeerelations/Pages/BenefitsSummaries.aspx) .01 In order to be considered, applicants must provide accurate and complete education and work history information in its entirety. The referenced information listed on the online application will be used to determine the applicant's qualifications toward meeting the minimum requirements for the position (e.g., if you list that you have 6 years of experience in a certain field, that experience must be easily identifiable on the 'Work Experience' section of your application). Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume" or any similar comment on any portion of your application may lead to you being disqualified for the position. If the experience you reference in the below questions is not clearly included and described in your Work History section, your application will be considered not qualified for this position and you may be removed from consideration. Do you understand, in order to be considered for this position, accurate and complete education and work history information must be provided?

Yes

No

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Are you a current employee affiliated with the Anchorage Municipal Employees Association (AMEA)?

Yes

No

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Which of the following best describes your level of completed education?

None / Less than High School

High School Diploma / GED / Equivalent

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree or higher

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How many years of experience do you have working in customer service and/or library experience?

0 years to less than 1 year

1 year to less than 2 years

2 years to less than 4 years

4 years to less than 6 years

6 years or more

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Describe the experience that relates to this position in detail that you referenced for the above question and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History supports your response. Noting "see resume", "N/A", or a similar comment may result in you being removed from consideration for this position.

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AgencyMunicipality of AnchorageAddress632 W 6th Avenue, Suite 605 Anchorage, Alaska, 99501 Phone(907) 343-4442 Websitehttp://www.muni.org/jol Apply Please verify your email address Verify Email