Library Assistant II

Summary

Department:Library Services Department

Organizational Unit:Library Services Port St John Library

Position Type:Permanent Full Time/Part Time:Part Time

CLOSE DATE: 10/01/2026

$19.73 hourly. Actual salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications. North Area/Port St. John Public Library. Part-time/up to 20 hours per week. Work schedule is variable and includes evenings and weekends. Performs experienced paraprofessional library work providing assistance in Youth Services section of the library. Work includes assisting the public with the use of computers to conduct database and Internet searches, printers, library-related services on mobile phones and eReaders, and assisting with various library programs. May provide direction to other staff members and/or volunteers.

REQUIREMENTS:Successful completion of two (2) years of college coursework in any field at an accredited college or university [30 semester (45 quarter) hours = one (1) year];ORtwo (2) years of library or customer service experience. Additional qualifying education and/or experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: When usage statistics change, library employees may be assigned to another library. In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST

(With or without reasonable accommodations)

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES / TRAITS

1. The employee must be able to:
   
   • LIFT:20 lbs.
   • CARRY:20 lbs.
   • PUSH:50 lbs. or more
   • PULL:50 lbs. or more
     
2. In an eight hour day, the employee may have to:
   • STAND:5 - 8 hours
   • WALK:5 - 8 hours
   • SIT:None
   • DRIVE:None
     
3. The employee must repetitively perform:
   • Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver); Fine manipulation (ex. writing, wiring); Pulling; Pushing
     
4. The employee must be able to:
   • Bend; Balance; Kneel; Reach; Stoop
     
5. The employee must have:
   • Good near vision; Good hearing; Good speech
     
6. Other necessary physical activities/traits
   • N/A
     
   
   

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Working conditionsthat will apply to the employee:
   • Work inside; In or with dusty conditions; Work alone; Works Closely with Others
     
2. Other working conditions:
   • N/A

Job Description

Department:Library Services Department

Organizational Unit:Library Services Port St John Library

Position Type:Permanent Full Time/Part Time:Part Time

CLOSE DATE: 10/01/2026

$19.73 hourly. Actual salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications. North Area/Port St. John Public Library. Part-time/up to 20 hours per week. Work schedule is variable and includes evenings and weekends. Performs experienced paraprofessional library work providing assistance in Youth Services section of the library. Work includes assisting the public with the use of computers to conduct database and Internet searches, printers, library-related services on mobile phones and eReaders, and assisting with various library programs. May provide direction to other staff members and/or volunteers.

REQUIREMENTS:Successful completion of two (2) years of college coursework in any field at an accredited college or university [30 semester (45 quarter) hours = one (1) year];ORtwo (2) years of library or customer service experience. Additional qualifying education and/or experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: When usage statistics change, library employees may be assigned to another library. In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST

(With or without reasonable accommodations)

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES / TRAITS

1. The employee must be able to:
   
   • LIFT:20 lbs.
   • CARRY:20 lbs.
   • PUSH:50 lbs. or more
   • PULL:50 lbs. or more
     
2. In an eight hour day, the employee may have to:
   • STAND:5 - 8 hours
   • WALK:5 - 8 hours
   • SIT:None
   • DRIVE:None
     
3. The employee must repetitively perform:
   • Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver); Fine manipulation (ex. writing, wiring); Pulling; Pushing
     
4. The employee must be able to:
   • Bend; Balance; Kneel; Reach; Stoop
     
5. The employee must have:
   • Good near vision; Good hearing; Good speech
     
6. Other necessary physical activities/traits
   • N/A
     
   
   

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Working conditionsthat will apply to the employee:
   • Work inside; In or with dusty conditions; Work alone; Works Closely with Others
     
2. Other working conditions:
   • N/A