JOB SUMMARY:
Assist the public in locating information, interpreting the collection, and providing reader's advisory services.
Examples of Duties:
(All responsibilities may not be performed by all incumbents.)
Provides reference and reader's advisory services for patrons; assists in the location of sources and the selection of materials, instructs patrons in the use of online catalog.
Oversees the development and maintenance of areas of the collection as assigned; uses standard selection tools and guidelines as outlined in the Selection Policy to order new material with budgeted funds; removes worn or unused books from the collection.
Performs circulation functions; checks out materials; registers new library patrons and renews expired registrations; collects and records payment of fines; places requested items on reserve; explains library policies and procedures, sorts returned materials for shelving by pages; balances monies collected; aids patrons in the use of self-check machine.
Performs Technical Services functions; utilize the library’s automated system to catalog materials; receive, invoice and process new materials; perform Interlibrary Loan tasks.
Participates in program planning and production.
Ensures that the library is maintained in an orderly manner;.
Provides staff coverage at branch library.
Processes intra-branch and interlibrary loan requests.
Develops displays to promote library services.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a four-year college or university in Library Sciences or other related field; and, one year of related experience; or, any combination of education, training and experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job.
Licenses and Certifications:
None.
Supplemental Information:
MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED:
Personal Computer and/or Terminal
Copier
Telephone
Handheld Calculator
Audio-Visual Equipment
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: (Depending on area of assignment)
Knowledge of:
Library policies, procedures, terminology, and materials.
General office procedures, including computer usage and applications.
Basic mathematical computations, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Skill in:
Communicating clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Assisting patrons with various library services and operations.
Using a computer to enter and retrieve information.
Sorting and categorizing library books and materials in standard order.
Making change in money.
Recording monetary transactions using basic bookkeeping techniques.
Mental and Physical Abilities to:
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with library personnel and patrons.
See and read written material.
Perform the duties of the position while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, bending, or crouching.
Frequently lift light and occasionally heavy objects.
Working Conditions:
Assist the public in locating information, interpreting the collection, and providing reader's advisory services.
Examples of Duties:
(All responsibilities may not be performed by all incumbents.)
Provides reference and reader's advisory services for patrons; assists in the location of sources and the selection of materials, instructs patrons in the use of online catalog.
Oversees the development and maintenance of areas of the collection as assigned; uses standard selection tools and guidelines as outlined in the Selection Policy to order new material with budgeted funds; removes worn or unused books from the collection.
Performs circulation functions; checks out materials; registers new library patrons and renews expired registrations; collects and records payment of fines; places requested items on reserve; explains library policies and procedures, sorts returned materials for shelving by pages; balances monies collected; aids patrons in the use of self-check machine.
Performs Technical Services functions; utilize the library’s automated system to catalog materials; receive, invoice and process new materials; perform Interlibrary Loan tasks.
Participates in program planning and production.
Ensures that the library is maintained in an orderly manner;.
Provides staff coverage at branch library.
Processes intra-branch and interlibrary loan requests.
Develops displays to promote library services.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a four-year college or university in Library Sciences or other related field; and, one year of related experience; or, any combination of education, training and experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job.
Licenses and Certifications:
None.
Supplemental Information:
MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED:
Personal Computer and/or Terminal
Copier
Telephone
Handheld Calculator
Audio-Visual Equipment
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: (Depending on area of assignment)
Knowledge of:
Library policies, procedures, terminology, and materials.
General office procedures, including computer usage and applications.
Basic mathematical computations, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Skill in:
Communicating clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Assisting patrons with various library services and operations.
Using a computer to enter and retrieve information.
Sorting and categorizing library books and materials in standard order.
Making change in money.
Recording monetary transactions using basic bookkeeping techniques.
Mental and Physical Abilities to:
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with library personnel and patrons.
See and read written material.
Perform the duties of the position while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, bending, or crouching.
Frequently lift light and occasionally heavy objects.
Working Conditions:
The work is performed in a library.
This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant when possible.
City of Concord
Human Resources Department
Benefits Summary
Permanent Part-Time Employees
Permanent Part-Time Employees are eligible for the following benefits:
This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant when possible.
City of Concord
Human Resources Department
Benefits Summary
Permanent Part-Time Employees
Permanent Part-Time Employees are eligible for the following benefits:
Income Protection Plan
The Income Protection Plan is provided at no cost and includes a pro-rated sick leave program, Short-Term Disability Insurance, and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
FSAs can be set up for Health or Dental Care expenses and/or Dependent Care expenses, allowing an employee to set aside a predetermined amount of money on a pre-tax basis and be reimbursed for eligible expenses under the IRS code.
Annual (Vacation) Leave
Permanent Part-Time Employees accrue leave on a pro-rated basis. Annual leave cannot be used during an employee's first six months of employment. The Personnel Rules & Regulations, departmental approval procedures, and/or any applicable collective bargaining agreement should be referred to for details.
Paid Holidays
Permanent Part-Time Employees are compensated 4 hours of holiday pay (half the compensation of a full-time employee) on City observed holidays. Subject to the terms of applicable collective bargaining agreements and/or the Personnel Rules and Regulations, employees generally observe 12.5 paid holidays each year.
NH Paid Family & Medical Leave (NH PFML)
Provides a 60% wage replacement (up to the social security wage cap) for up to six weeks per year (after an initial 7-day elimination period) for absences from work for covered common life events such as:
An employee’s own serious health condition when disability coverage does not apply
An employee to bond with a child during the first year of birth, including placement for adoption or fostering
An employee to care for a family m ember with a serious health condition
Any qualifying urgent demand or need arising out of the fact that the employee’s spouse, child or parent is a covered military member on covered active duty
An employee to care for a covered service member with a serious injury or illness if the employee is the service member’s spouse, child, parent or next of kin
NH PFML will run concurrently with the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) when the employee qualifies for both programs. If the employee is eligible for workers compensation, they will not qualify for PFML benefits for this same event. If the employee qualifies for Short-Term Disability, they will not qualify for PFML benefits for the same days absent. This leave can be used intermittently.
Merit Pay Plan
Permanent Part-Time Employees are eligible for a merit pay increase, typically one step on the applicable wage schedule, upon satisfactory completion of their probationary period and annually thereafter (again subject to satisfactory performance).
Health/Dental Insurance
Permanent Part-Time Employees may purchase Health and/or Dental Insurance at their own expense. Rates and further details may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Department at (603) 225-8535.
Employee Perks
Family Pool Pass for City Employees, Non-Concord Residents
Go to the Parks and Recreation office at 14 Canterbury Rd, show your work badge or picture id. This is a family pass but you must be the one to sign up initially. Parks and Recreation will confirm current employment on a roster. You will receive a specific color employee pass that you will use to gain entrance at all open City Pools and the Splash Pad.
Beaver Meadow Golf Course Guest of Member Rate
Employees will need to register with the Pro shop to obtain a household account. Every employee will need photo ID, proof of employment (badge or pay stub) and email address. Once they have completed that task, they will check in through our normal processes and receive the employee rate.
The Income Protection Plan is provided at no cost and includes a pro-rated sick leave program, Short-Term Disability Insurance, and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
FSAs can be set up for Health or Dental Care expenses and/or Dependent Care expenses, allowing an employee to set aside a predetermined amount of money on a pre-tax basis and be reimbursed for eligible expenses under the IRS code.
Annual (Vacation) Leave
Permanent Part-Time Employees accrue leave on a pro-rated basis. Annual leave cannot be used during an employee's first six months of employment. The Personnel Rules & Regulations, departmental approval procedures, and/or any applicable collective bargaining agreement should be referred to for details.
Paid Holidays
Permanent Part-Time Employees are compensated 4 hours of holiday pay (half the compensation of a full-time employee) on City observed holidays. Subject to the terms of applicable collective bargaining agreements and/or the Personnel Rules and Regulations, employees generally observe 12.5 paid holidays each year.
NH Paid Family & Medical Leave (NH PFML)
Provides a 60% wage replacement (up to the social security wage cap) for up to six weeks per year (after an initial 7-day elimination period) for absences from work for covered common life events such as:
An employee’s own serious health condition when disability coverage does not apply
An employee to bond with a child during the first year of birth, including placement for adoption or fostering
An employee to care for a family m ember with a serious health condition
Any qualifying urgent demand or need arising out of the fact that the employee’s spouse, child or parent is a covered military member on covered active duty
An employee to care for a covered service member with a serious injury or illness if the employee is the service member’s spouse, child, parent or next of kin
NH PFML will run concurrently with the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) when the employee qualifies for both programs. If the employee is eligible for workers compensation, they will not qualify for PFML benefits for this same event. If the employee qualifies for Short-Term Disability, they will not qualify for PFML benefits for the same days absent. This leave can be used intermittently.
Merit Pay Plan
Permanent Part-Time Employees are eligible for a merit pay increase, typically one step on the applicable wage schedule, upon satisfactory completion of their probationary period and annually thereafter (again subject to satisfactory performance).
Health/Dental Insurance
Permanent Part-Time Employees may purchase Health and/or Dental Insurance at their own expense. Rates and further details may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Department at (603) 225-8535.
Employee Perks
Family Pool Pass for City Employees, Non-Concord Residents
Go to the Parks and Recreation office at 14 Canterbury Rd, show your work badge or picture id. This is a family pass but you must be the one to sign up initially. Parks and Recreation will confirm current employment on a roster. You will receive a specific color employee pass that you will use to gain entrance at all open City Pools and the Splash Pad.
Beaver Meadow Golf Course Guest of Member Rate
Employees will need to register with the Pro shop to obtain a household account. Every employee will need photo ID, proof of employment (badge or pay stub) and email address. Once they have completed that task, they will check in through our normal processes and receive the employee rate.
Concord Public Library Card for City Employees, Non-residents
Employees will need to go to any of the three branches to obtain a non-resident library card. You will need to bring photo identification and your name will be checked against the active employee roster. Once confirmed, your Concord Public Library card application will grant you full library usage while employed. The pass must be renewed and will be set to expire each August 31st of the current year.
This document is a summary, only for purposes of providing general information to job applicants, and is subject to periodic revision by the Personnel Department. It does not constitute any sort of guarantee, commitment or contract for any aspect of the Beneflex Program or the Personnel Rules & Regulations, which are also subject to change. The Beneflex Program is administered by the City of Concord at its sole discretion, subject to annual City Council appropriation and any applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Hiring Wage Range:
HOURLY
$23.90 - $32.16
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
This document is a summary, only for purposes of providing general information to job applicants, and is subject to periodic revision by the Personnel Department. It does not constitute any sort of guarantee, commitment or contract for any aspect of the Beneflex Program or the Personnel Rules & Regulations, which are also subject to change. The Beneflex Program is administered by the City of Concord at its sole discretion, subject to annual City Council appropriation and any applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Hiring Wage Range:
HOURLY
$23.90 - $32.16
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
A City Application is required. Applications may be completed online at www.concordnh.gov. For more information on applying, please call the Human Resources Department at (603) 225-8535 (voice) or TTY at 800-735-2964 or 7-1-1.
URL (Link) to online job description/application):
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