RECRUITMENT ANNOUNCEMENT POSITION: Library Assistant I AVAILABILITY: Position will be available July 6, 2018 GRADE: 52 BEGINNING SALARY: $28,231.60 LOCATION OF POSITION: Moyock Branch Library, 126 Campus Drive, Moyock, North Carolina 27958 MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or equivalent with vocational or technical school training in a liberal arts field, and at minimum of one year of experience in public library work, customer service, or educational work; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Previous computer experience highly desirable. JOB DESCRIPTION : Under general supervision, performs specialized work requiring the application of library work practices while working as a team member. Assists patrons in locating materials, checks library materials in and out, collects fines and fees, assists patrons in use of library computers and other equipment. Reports to the Library Branch Manager. Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment, including computers, typewriters, calculators, copiers, facsimile machines, etc. Requires the ability to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Light Work usually requires walking or standing to a significant degree. However, if the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work. SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS : Typing test required. Must net 35 wpm on a typing test administered by an authorized State Employment Agency or Currituck County Human Resources Department which is by appointment only. Must possess a valid North Carolina drivers license. Employment drug test, drivers history screen and criminal background check required of finalist applicant(s). RECRUITMENT PERIOD: June 22, 2018-July 6, 2018 at 5:00pm