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Library Talking Book Manager (administrative Assistant Iv)

Employer
Fairfax County Government
Location
Fairfax, Virginia
Salary
$43,031.46 - $71,719.23 Annually
Closing date
Oct 26, 2019

Job Details

Job Announcement

Manages and supervises the Talking Book (TB) program administrative functions and circulation system at the Access Services (AS) library branch. Manages and supervises library page functions of the AS branch. Serves on branch management team. Provides full range of extensive customer service including outreach, reader advisory, circulation, and information/referral services to targeted customers of AS, Government Center employees and the general public. Performs entry and maintenance of patron and collection bibliographic data. Is familiar with and provides training on access to library resources and adaptive/assistive technologies such as TB machines and associated accessories, screen readers, magnifiers, voice synthesizer, Braille printer/embosser and optical character reader. Communicates and interprets library polices to the public, staff and volunteers. Prepares statistics and special reports as needed. Assist in producing materials in alternate format and responds to Americans with Disabilities Act Accommodation requests. Coordinates with NLS, Virginia Regional Library and Resource Center and other NLS network libraries to provide mandated programs, resources and services. Transports, delivers and picks up library materials using county vehicle to customers, deposit sites, and 23 Library branches.

Note: The assigned functional areas of this position aregeneral office management, human services, library services, and/or IT/hardware support.

The salary will not exceed the midpoint (or $57,375.76) of the advertised compensation range.

Illustrative Duties

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.)

General Financial Duties
Reviews and approves disbursement forms;
Recommends changes to agency/work unit administrative policies, procedures and methods;
Uses existing spreadsheets and databases to interpret and organize resource information;
Provides customized reports to analysts or others in the unit.

Fiscal Administration
Approves and authorizes accounts through corporate system;
Monitors external accounts and resolves discrepancies;
Reviews and reconciles status reports.

Scheduling & Coordinating for others
Makes complex scheduling arrangements involving multiple parties, including informing all relevant parties;
Independently makes and cancels meetings depending on the subject and attendees;
Determines what confidential information can be disseminated and to whom;
Arranges for special room or equipment needs and/or multiple locations & individuals.

Communication
Independently composes original correspondence (e.g., preparation of replies to non-technical requests) for the executive/work unit head's review and signature;
Coordinates data collection and provides information to others including executive/work unit head;
Explains policies of the functional area (e.g., purchasing, travel, and leave).

Office Management
Performs/supervises several administrative functions (e.g., records management, reception);
Manages a small work unit;
Analyzes short-term administrative needs of the unit (e.g., status of supplies and equipment, determining if work order is needed);
Notifies relevant individuals of work progress and inquires as to its status.

General Administrative
Develops filing systems (paper and/or electronic);
Develops internal mailing processes and procedures;
Prepares non-routine responses to correspondence;
May supervise general administrative functions.

Public Contact
Oversees or resolves non-routine/difficult situations based on knowledge and interpretation of established policies & procedures;
Interprets county rules & regulations to employees, management, and the public using discretion as to proper application.

Word Processing/Typing
Develops macros;
Serves as unit expert or lead over other clerical/administrative positions.

Information Systems/Software
Develops macros;
Creates and maintains databases;
Generates unique reports;
Creates complex spreadsheets for work unit;
Diagnoses and resolves simple software/hardware problems;
Maintains Web pages;
Designs and lays out publications using specialized software packages;
May supervise.

Reports
Prepares routine reports and statistics based on information compiled from various sources;
Determines report format and elements.

Payroll
Prepares and/or supervises preparation of complex payroll (e.g., shift differential, overtime, multiple grants, 56 hour workweek, FLSA).
Researches payroll issues (e.g., overtime, leave hours).
Interprets policies & procedures.

Personnel
Updates job descriptions using information obtained from employee, supervisor, evaluations and samples;
Resolves personnel processing problems on personnel policy/procedures with interpretation from appropriate resource (e.g., DHR);
Serves as liaison between supervisor/manager and HR regarding routine personnel actions.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)

Knowledge and understanding of the programs or activities of the unit served, as well as of the county and departmental administrative guides;
Position may require knowledge of basic principles and methods of a technical or professional field.

Math Skills
Basic math skills.
Word Processing/Typing
Intermediate skills in use of applicable Microsoft Office Word.

PC Skills
Intermediate skills in the use of applicable Microsoft Office Suite software;
Intermediate skills in the use of agency specific software applications.

Communication
Ability to communicate well through written and oral means.
Information Abilities
Ability to gather, integrate, and analyze simple data.

Interpersonal Abilities
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with both external and internal contacts.

Executive Assistance
Ability to maintain confidentiality and be sensitive to political issues.

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience and training equivalent to high school graduation and three years of experience providing administrative support in the assigned functional area(s).

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Valid driver's license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Two or more years of customer service experience working in a library setting with one or more years of supervisory experience. Knowledge of the National Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS/LBPH) services, resources and programs. Experience working with senior citizens, and individuals with disabilities. Experience working in partnership with other agencies and organizations. Superior oral and written communication skills. Experience with assistive technologies such as Talking Book machine and accessories, large-type screen, voice synthesizer, optical character reader, and braille printer/embosser. Demonstrated experience working with an automated circulation system for LBPH libraries. General understanding of cataloging for accessing special subject requests. Knowledge of reader advisory skills and popular library titles and authors.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to the position must satisfactorily complete a criminal background check, Child Protective Services Registry check, and driving record check.
Ability to travel to various locations throughout Fairfax County.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to perform repetitive hand, arm, wrist and shoulder movements. Ability to input, access, and retrieve information from a computer. Ability to lift books and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds. Ability to push and pull full 4-wheeled book bins and book carts. Ability to stoop, bend, and reach. Ability to drive a car/van. Ability to walk up and down stairs with occasional need to stand for extended periods of time (2 - 3 hours). All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview; may include an oral and written exercise.

It is the policy of Fairfax County Government to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314 . EEO/AA/TTY.

Company

Fairfax County, Virginia is a diverse and thriving urban county. As the most populous jurisdiction in both Virginia and the Washington metropolitan area, the County's population exceeds that of seven states. The median household income of Fairfax County is one of the highest in the nation and over half of its adult residents have four-year college degrees or more educational attainment. Fairfax County also is home to an extensive commercial office market and is a major employment center.

Fairfax County Government is a great place to work, with a variety of jobs in different fields, great benefits, and an enjoyable working environment. We serve nearly one million residents in one of the largest counties in the country. Our talented employees have established Fairfax County as a leader in nearly every facet of public service and have won national recognition as innovators in local government.The size of Fairfax County government and the diversity of services it provides to citizens allows opportunities for personal growth and development, without ever having to change employers. In addition to pay, Fairfax County Government provides an employee benefits package worth approximately 25% of your salary in additional compensation. This package of benefits consists of programs designed to protect you and your family during your employment with the county and into your retirement years.


BENEFITS INCLUDE:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Group Term Life Insurance
Contributory Retirement Plan
Deferred Compensation
Flexible Spending Account Programs
Long Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Care Plan
Tuition Assistance Program
Employees' Child Care Center
Virginia College Savings Plans

Fairfax County's Application Process: Fairfax County uses an online application process called NEOGOV at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobsfor nearly all positions.

Applicants who need assistance with the online application process are welcome to come to the Application Center at Fairfax County's HR Central where staff will be happy to work with you to establish an account and get your resume into the system. HR Central is located in the Government Center at 12000 Government Center Parkway, Suite 270, Fairfax, VA, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Or call 703-222-5872 for more information.

For more information on applying, please click here - https://www.governmentjobs.com/home/applicationguide.

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Location
12000 Government Center Parkway
Suite 270
Fairfax
VA
22035-0034
US

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