Casual Labor Library Aide

General Description

Provides direct customer service and assistance to Citrus County Library patrons at an assigned branch location. Work schedule will be Monday through Wednesday, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

The duration of this position will be from May to September. This is a temporary employment opportunity not to exceed six (6) consecutive calendar months.

Essential Functions

• Performs general clerical and customer service work in a public library at an assigned branch location.
• Creates and maintains a welcoming, service-oriented environment towards all internal and external customers.
• Assists the public with a variety of general computing tasks and resource navigation.
• Uses computer system for data entry, checks materials in and out, item tracking, and searches and retrieves information.
• Assists routinely library customers with digital devices, mobile apps, e-books and other digital materials.
• Prepares bulletin boards, displays, and assists with public programs.
• Operates a cash register, prepares daily cash reports.
• Maintains shelves, empties book drop, packs and sort materials.
• Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Requirements

Education, Training, and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• One (1) year of combined experience in customer service and clerical work.

• Ability to work after normal business hours (may include nights and weekends).
• Ability to effectively communicate (verbally and in writing) in a clear, confident manner using proper grammar.
• Requires ability to maintain courteous and effective relations with County staff, elected officials, community interest groups and the public.
• Must have strong working knowledge of computers and be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite of Products (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) and strong familiarity with mobile devices including smartphones and tablets.

• Valid Florida Driver License or Florida Identification Card (or must obtain within 30 days of establishing residency in Florida).

• The job requires walking and standing most of the time.
• The job requires frequently carrying and lifting up to 20 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• The job requires frequent bending, squatting, kneeling, balancing, twisting, and reaching above shoulders, and occasional crawling.
• This job requires simple grasping, pushing, pulling, fine manual manipulation, and typing; and on occasion driving automotive equipment.
• The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing, speaking, color vision and depth perception.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. Emergency response duties may also include driving and/or operating a county vehicle or equipment and employees must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.

Supplemental Information

PLEASE REVIEW THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS ON POSTING AND COMMUNICATE HOW YOU MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR APPLICATION/RESUME. MINIMUM REQUIEMENTS MUST BE MET TO BE CONSIDERED. Applications will be carefully reviewed to assess qualifications. Selected applicants will be interviewed to determine who will be hired for the job. The kind and length of related work experience, training and education shown on the application/resume will be an important consideration in the screening process. Relevant experience that is not gained through work experience should be explained in the additional information section of the application.

Must successfully pass a criminal background check.

Citrus County, Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), marital status, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected trait.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.

Pursuant to Chapter 119, Florida Statutes or the “Public Records Law,” applications, resumes and personnel records are subject to public inspections. Details regarding the “Public Records Law”/ “The Sunshine Law” / Florida Statutes and the statutory exemptions are available on websites such as the Florida Office of the Attorney General, Florida Senate and Florida Legislature. Additionally, Citrus County Board of County Commissioners Public Information section is located on our website.