Full Time Library Assistant

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT 
CITY OF UNALASKA, AK
PARKS, CULTURE & RECREATION DEPARTMENT 
*LIBRARY DIVISION*

Open Date:  July 21, 2023
Close Date:  August 7, 2023

Position: FULL TIME LIBRARY ASSISTANT
Salary: $27.48-$29.15/hourly

The City of Unalaska is accepting applications for the position of Full-Time Library Assistant at the Unalaska Public Library in the Parks, Culture, and Recreation Department. Located in the central Aleutian Islands, Unalaska, Alaska is a multicultural coastal community of approximately 4,500 full-time residents and is home to the number one commercial fishing port in the United States, the International Port of Dutch Harbor.

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: This position, under direct supervision from the City Librarian, provides routine clerical and library work in answering phones, receiving patrons, circulation of library materials, collection of library fines, providing customer assistance, cash handling, and data processing.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Ability to work with the public in a courteous, efficient, and professional manner. Verbal and written communication skills. Working knowledge of office practices and procedures. Ability to use basic office equipment. Dedication to maintaining confidentiality of library patron records. Knowledge of and ability to accurately maintain record keeping and filing systems. Must be proficient in a Windows environment.  Have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the public. Able to perform variety of miscellaneous duties as assigned such as but not limited to answering phones, run errands, make arrangements for use of library facilities, set up tables and chairs for classes and help with planning and presenting programs to the public. Experienced in presenting programs to the public, especially children. 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: 
High school diploma or G.E.D. 
Two (2) or more years of experience working in a professional office, providing public service, or previous library experience preferred.
Other combination of education and experience which could provide the knowledge, skills and abilities listed will be evaluated on an individual basis.

LICENSES & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 
Valid Alaska driver's license or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of employment and prior to operating a city-owned vehicle
Must be eligible to work in the US; if hired must complete employment eligibility verification form (I-9) as required by Federal law
Successfully pass background test which includes criminal background, professional and reference check
Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test 
Hours are set by library operational needs and require non-traditional work hours

BENEFITS: 
If applicable, lump sum relocation assistance (taxable) up to a $7,000, plus airfare for the employee and one family member 
Travel allowance $2,000 every year on your date of hire after 1^st year of employment 
Free Annual Membership of Life Med (employee + dependents) 
Free Membership for Parks, Culture and Recreation (employee only)Medical and Dental premiums 100% employer paid (employee & dependents) 
48 hours of Floating Holiday per year plus holiday pay
7 paid Holidays 
Paid time off starting at 16 hours a month 
Eligible for PERS retirement                                                                                                  
Up to 100% tuition reimbursement (must be taken while employed; refer to Title III)
Longevity bonus $2,000 beginning on third (3^rd) year anniversary
Education incentive per month dependent on degree Associate $200, BA $300, Masters $400

TO APPLY: Submit a City of Unalaska Application. All necessary forms are available at City Hall, Administration Dept. 907-581-1252, or by Downloading at www.ci.unalaska.ak.us [job openings/Employment Forms Link]. Return completed forms to City of Unalaska Attn: Administration Department, P.O. Box 610, Unalaska, AK 99685; email to [email protected] or send by fax to 907-581-4469.