Library & Archives Paraprofessional 1 na Yakima Valley College, WA
Yakima Valley College, WA · Yakima, Estados Unidos Da América · Onsite
- Junior
- Escritório em Yakima
About the Department
Our Mission Statement:
As a federally designated Hispanic-serving Institution residing on the traditional homelands of the 14 Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation, Yakima Valley College cultivates equity and a culture of innovative and inclusive teaching and learning.Yakima Valley College serves all students holistically, supports all students’ learning goals, and fosters achievement within career and educational pathways.
We strengthen our communities by providing opportunities for personal enrichment, economic mobility, and sociocultural engagement.
This is an in person position with a salary of $1,879.20 per month. Reporting to the Director of Library and Media Services, the successful candidate joins a team focused on providing excellent customer service in an academic setting. Core duties include supporting student success, retention, and learning by assisting in the checkout of various library items. Supporting library staff in these additional areas: creation and retention of statistical data, creation of Smartsheet and Cognito forms. The candidate works with students, staff, and the general public. Hours worked are based on institutional need. This is a 60% position, scheduled for 24 hours per week over an 11-month annual cycle.
Position Duties
Manage library/college Academic Calendar
Assist in the management of Smartsheet
Assist in the management Cognito
Assist in gathering and keep library statistical information
Assist in the management of the college’s laptop program
Back up Alma and SUSHI Analytics
Bright Author backup
LibGuides Management backup
Input teaching evaluation forms
Laminating
Projects
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Two years of experience working with the public, preferably in a library.
- Experience providing excellent customer service in a varied work environment.
- Strong record of communicating effectively (electronically and in person) with multiple stakeholders in a shared workspace and customer service setting.
- Experience working in a library setting or similar environment, and utilizing an integrated library system.
- Strong record of effective professional communication (electronically and in person) with multiple stakeholders.
- Experience working effectively within a diverse team and work environment.
- Interact positively with staff to enhance effectiveness and promote quality service.
- Maintain effective working relationships with coworkers.
- Organize and maintain records.
- Be collaborative and an active listener.
- Analyze and resolve problems with minimal supervision.
- Remain calm in high pressure/difficult situations.
- Effectively communicate orally and in writing.
- Follow Protocols and escalation procedures.
- Work with multiple priorities in a fast-paced and changing environment.
- Library automation systems.
- Database applications.
Other Qualifications
To apply for this position, you MUST submit a complete YVC Online Employment Application, and include the following REQUIRED attachments:
- A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (a generic cover letter will not be accepted)
- A current resume (a resume will not substitute for the "work experience" section of the online application)
- Three (3) professional references (personal references do not count as professional)
- Unofficial transcripts for confirmation of degree (if minimum qualifications require a degree). The successful candidate will be required to submit official transcripts at time of hire.
- Certifications/Credentials as required for fulfillment of the minimum qualifications.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Candidates invited for interviews may be required to complete a skills test.
Candidates may be subject to a Criminal History Background Check as a condition for consideration of employment.
"In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire."
Yakima Valley College does not discriminate against any person based on their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation and/or gender identity, age, marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other prohibited basis in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment. All inquiries regarding compliance should be directed to Alma Ramirez, Chief Human Resources Officer, Yakima Valley College, 1015 South 16th Avenue, Yakima, Washington, 98902; email [email protected]; telephone 509.574.4671.
Yakima Valley College's Annual Safety and Fire Report is available online at https://www.yvcc.edu/services/safety-security, containing mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics, and other related information for the past three calendar years. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please call 509.574.4610.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible.
All positions are subject to funding.

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