SPANISH CD's REVIEW - I can't recomment the Pimsleur language method enough. It's one of the most effective ways to learn a new language, and studies show that learning a new language is great for aging brains. The Alta Community Library has complete sets of Spanish Language Learning CDs. Check them out! Start learning a new language today. Exercise your brain for health! by Joan Zwagerman 

BOOK REVIEW of "All the Colors of the Dark" by Chris Witaker

"Thanks so much for ordering this book. It is complex and full of twists and turns. I really enjoyed reading it! by Tammy Peterson

Employment Opportunities

 

Part Time Summer Position for Library Page - June 1 - mid August

Job Description

Alta Community Library

Definition: The part time employee must be able to perform all duties involved in staffing the circulation desk and providing other library services to the public. Up to 15 hours per week. Employee is supervised by the Library Director.

Customer Service:

· Demonstrate customers as number one priority with pleasant and helpful attitude

· Exhibit and emphasize appropriate patron confidentiality

· Assist customers with various forms of technology within library parameters

· Interpret customer information in computer and negotiate customer fines professionally and efficiently

Librarianship:

· Check materials in and out quickly and accurately

· Perform opening and closing procedures as instructed, including monetary transactions

· Participate in outreach work in the community for the library as needed

· Respond to public inquiries and complaints as able

· Process material in the appropriate manner and time frame

· Assist with the shelving of books and shelf-reading to keep the collection in good order

· Assists with ongoing book inventory and weeding

· Interpret library tools, such as catalog and collection, according to procedures

· Assist in collection development through suggestions and patron requests

· Assist in recording and compiling statistical data

· Actively promote library services, materials and activities

· Know and understand library policies and procedures and enforce them in a non-discriminatory way

· Working knowledge of electronic devices and resources and willingness to learn new technology skills

· Help maintain a tidy and presentable library

Programming

· Assist with the set up and running of various programs

Teamwork

· Positively contribute to team interactions and morale

· Complete assigned projects in a timely way, seeking assistance and training where appropriate

· Communicate accurately, clearly, honestly, and respectfully to efficient others

· Maintain shared workspaces in an orderly condition

· Adhere to appropriate standards of dress and behavior

· Reliable to schedules, take initiative, effective time management

· Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

· Ability to operate a computer and associated software

· Strong interest in reading or community events preferred

Essential Tasks

· Standing and/or walking most of the day

· Reaching/bending/stooping to retrieve/replace library materials

· Pushing/pulling—to 75 lbs maximum

· Lifting—to 40lbs maximum

· Handling and manipulating library materials—fingering cards, book pages, forms, etc.

· Visual acuity to read cards and labels with various types of sizes

· Hearing acuity to answer phone and patron verbal requests

· Flexible time/work schedule, including Saturday as a regular workday

· Punctuality is required

Work Environment

· Inside work with the occasional outdoor programming or outreach required

· Exposure to dust

 

Submit City of Alta employment application to the Library director at the  Alta Community Library or to admin@alta.lib.ia.us.

Applications may be picked up at the city hall. .

The City of Alta is an equal opportunity employer.