Access Specialist-FT

JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Library Supervisor, the Access Specialist assists members by issuing and receiving library materials, locating books and other materials, managing members’ library accounts, issuing library cards, providing information about library accounts and services, assisting with self-service equipment and technology, and assisting with basic collection maintenance.

This position will be assigned to the Warr Acres Library, located at 5901 NW 63rd St, Warr Acres, OK 73132.

The hiring salary for this position is $16.96 hourly. This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week. This position is not exempt from the federal Fair Labor Standards Act. The candidate should be available to work all hours the library is open, including some weekends and evenings and have specific availability to work Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, and Tuesday 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm with one weekend shift per month to be determined.

*Hours are subject to change based on the needs of the library.

The Metropolitan Library System offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees:

• Health benefits that include medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage paid in full for Employee-only coverage (Family coverage available)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Vacation Leave @ 8 hours per month
• Sick leave @ 8 hours per month
• Twelve paid holidays (subject to date of hire)
• Defined Contribution (retirement) plan where employee contributes 6% and is matched at 10% (required participation for full-time employees)

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or GED; and
• One or more years of customer service experience.

HIGHLY PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Experience with an automated circulation system.
• Strong desire to work with and help people.