Access Specialist-FT

JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Access Manager, 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 Midwest City Library, which is located at 8143 E. Reno Avenue in Midwest City, OK  73110.The candidate should be available to work all hours the library is open, including some weekends and evenings. Current need requires availability to work Monday from 8:00 to 5:00 pm, Tuesday from 12:00 to 9:00 pm, Wednesday from 9:00 to 6:00 pm, Thursday from 8:00 to 5:00 pm as well as a rotating weekend shift consisting of Friday from either 8:00 to 5:00 pm or 9:00 to 6:00 pm, Saturday from 8:00 to 5:00 pm, and Sunday from 12:00 to 6:00 pm.*

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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or GED
• 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.

The hiring salary for this position is $16.46 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 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)