Central Library - FT Courier

JOB
Jefferson-Madison Regional Library is seeking candidates to be considered for a Courier position at the Central Library who are highly motivated and who support JMRL's Mission Statement to foster personal growth and life-long learning for all by connecting people with ideas, information, and each other. The preferred starting salary for this position is $15.75 hourly ($32,760 annually). Starting offer is based on applicable education, experience and internal equity. This is a full-time, non-exempt, position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays, plus paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City's retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities. For a general summary of benefits offered by the City, please click the 'benefits' tab on this posting, or visit https://www.charlottesville.gov/1047/Employee-Benefits.The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS; however, the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS and there are certain provisions that must be met. If questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement, please contact the City's Benefits Administrator at 434-970-3462.This position performs responsible work making consistent deliveries of general items to all agencies of the Jefferson-Madison Regional Library (JMRL) and monitors the routine and preventative maintenance of delivery vehicles, under the general supervision of the Circulation Manager.To read more about this position and the Jefferson-Madison Regional Library, please visit https://jmrl.org/Note: Position re-advertised; previous applicants are encouraged to re-apply for consideration. This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of "Continuous." If interested in being considered, an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications may no longer be considered once a reasonable number of applications has been received or once a candidate to fill the position is identified. Applications may be evaluated on a continuous basis and interviews may be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment with candidates who are best qualified. This job announcement may close at any time after 7 calendar days.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description. The JMRL retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.Loads/unloads material onto courier truck, sorting and repacking materials as needed.Communicates effectively with library staff at all locations, ensuring all items to be taken out are collected daily. In addition to library materials, this frequently includes interdepartmental mail, equipment, supplies, money, checks, kits, and items for library programs (Legos, iPads, Chromebooks, etc.).Operates a vehicle in the performance of the job duties and exhibits safe driving practices (adhering to speed limits/other driving regulations).Promptly coordinates routine maintenance for the courier trucks. Communicates any vehicle issues to the Business Manager.Ensures that items being transported are safe from damage by protecting bins when inclement weather occurs.Stacks bins in a stable manner, taking every precaution to protect materials from damage during transport.Interacts with both JMRL staff and the general public in a courteous manner.Distributes incoming deliveries to the Central Library to appropriate departments.Requires a flexible schedule including days, evenings, and weekends.Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of JMRL equipment, tools, and other resources, including work time. Regular and reliable attendance.Other DutiesPerforms additional duties to support operational requirements as apparent or assigned.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Physical Demands: Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 25 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.Work requires bending, kneeling, stooping, lifting, carrying, reaching, handling, and pushing/pulling.Must be able to remain in a stationary position while operating a motor vehicle for extended period of time.Must have the ability to drive at night. Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.Ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software and Hardware: Operates delivery vehicle, uses hand truck or book cart, and any other equipment as appropriate or as assigned. Responsible for the vehicle(s)/equipment assigned.Work Environment: Work is typically performed in office environment where there may be exposure to computer screen for extended periods of time, monitor glare and dust. The worker is subject to outside environmental conditions while traveling around the JMRL service area (including days and evenings) where the worker may be exposed to moderate noise, vibration, and atmospheric conditions.