LIBRARY ASST 2 Job at Idaho Division of Human Resources in Boise

LIBRARY ASST 2

Posting Begin Date : 2025 / 10 / 21

Posting End Date : 2025 / 11 / 09

Category : Library

Work Type : Full Time

Location : Boise, ID, United States

Minimum Salary : 19.05

Maximum Salary : 21.29

Pay Rate Type : Hourly

Description

The Idaho State Archives, a division of the Idaho State Historical Society, has an open full-time classified position for a Library Assistant 2.

Applications will be accepted through 4 : 59 PM MST on the posting end date.

About Us :

The Idaho State Historical Society is a trusted guide through the state’s history and how it has shaped every aspect of our lives, our land, our communities, our government and our people. Created in 1881 and established as a state agency in 1907, the Idaho State Historical Society (ISHS) is an extraordinary system of cultural and historic resources comprised of the Idaho State Museum, Idaho State Archives, Idaho State Historic Preservation Office, Old Idaho Penitentiary and Historic Sites Program.

Be part of an organization that makes History every day! Join a highly motivated team in a fast-paced environment dedicated to inspiring, enriching and engaging all Idahoans by leading the state in preserving, sharing and using history and cultural resources relevant to today to inform and influence the future.

Summary :

The primary focus of the Library Assistant 2 is providing reference service to patrons of the Idaho State Archives. The Library Assistant 2 is responsible for staffing the Reference Desk and Reading Room.

• The Library Assistant 2 works Tuesday through Saturday.

Job Responsibilities :

Staff the Merle Wells Research Center reference desk Tuesday through Saturday.

Staff the Reading Room on an as-needed basis.

Enforce Reading Room policies and procedures for handling archival collections according to archival best practices.

Provides reference support to patron requests, both remote and in-person, using inventories, catalogs, databases, and other archives content management systems.

Supports patron services through the point-of-sale system according to the current board-approved fee schedule.

Performs basic library maintenance duties such as reshelving, shelf-reading, cataloging and indexing.

May serve on ISHS committees and projects as appropriate to the position.

Provide support to agency public programs and outreach efforts as assigned.

Some weekend and / or evening hours will be scheduled.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications :

Good knowledge of :

Some knowledge of :

Experience :

Using and applying bibliographic and other library information sources, in printed and computerized format-Typically this is met by approximately one year of work experience using and applying bibliographic and other library information sources such as directories, periodical indexes, subject bibliographies, union lists, book in print, WLN, OCLC, etc. Include in your response the sources and the departments such as acquisitions, cataloging, serials, reference, etc.

Using a bibliographic utility or in-house automated library system to perform acquisitions, cataloging or serials work-Typically this is met by approximately one year of work experience using a bibliographic utility such as WLN or OCLC or an in-house system preforming acquisitions, cataloging or serials. It is also acceptable to have experience with inter-library loans or reference.

Compiling and analyzing information and writing a summary in a work setting -Typically this is met by researching and gathering information, analyzing the information and summarizing it in a procedure manual or a statistical or narrative report. report. Include in your response what information you complied and type of report you completed I.e. statistical, narrative, procedural manual etc.

Using computer applications software-Typically gained by at least six (6) months of fulltime experience accessing data using a personal computer software such as Word, WordPerfect, Lotus, Access, Adobe Creative Cloud etc.

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience

Abilities :

To interact professionally and effectively with a wide variety of personalities within and outside the agency.

Deliver high quantity, error-free work product in a complex environment with competing priorities.

Manage and prioritize numerous concurrent projects.

Benchmark and adapt readily to new practices. Interact professionally and effectively with a wide variety of personalities within and outside the agency.

Deliver good customer service and communicate clearly with public and staff.

Strong ability working with Word, Excel and Outlook Must have a valid driver’s license.

This position requires repetitively lifting boxes weighing 40-60 pounds, climbing step ladders while lifting boxes, pick-up and delivery of records boxes, moving records boxes with hand trucks and pallet jacks, driving utility vans and cargo vehicles up to 16 feet in length.

Will work Tuesday through Saturdays.

Benefits :

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and / or State programs, please visit

EEO / ADA / Veteran :

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY / TTD : 711), or email[email protected].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.