Library Assistant

The Juneau Law Library of the Alaska Court System (ACS) is accepting applications for a Library Assistant 3 (salary range 12). The successful applicant will manage the law library and oversee all public and technical services tasks, under the supervision of librarians in Anchorage.

Employees transferring from another State of Alaska agency may receive consideration for an advance step placement.

The Position

You will perform technical services such as receiving new materials and serial updates in the integrated library system. You will create, maintain, and remove copy and item records; physically process materials for the shelf; update and file loose-leaf and supplementary materials; shelve library materials; and maintain shelf arrangement. You will verify the accuracy of invoices and packing slips, then scan and submit them for payment approval. You will monitor collection to keep materials up to date; claim missing or delinquent materials from vendors; request cataloging for new acquisitions; work with law librarians to manage replacements, withdrawals, and acquisitions; and resolve problems with records, materials, and processes.

You will be responsible for providing reference assistance to judges, law clerks, and other court employees; attorneys and members of the legal community; and pro se litigants and members of the general public. You will provide instruction in the use of print and electronic library materials, including case law digests, statutory indexes and tables, citators, the library catalog, legal databases, e-books, and court and library websites.

You will also assist users researching the history of legislation, regulations, court rules, and local government codes. Other duties may include processing and accepting interlibrary loan requests. You will work cooperatively with other libraries and government agencies, and assist patrons with library equipment, including computers, copiers, printers, and microform readers.

This position is responsible for managing the daily operations of the Juneau public and Supreme Court law libraries. It involves implementing and enforcing library policies and procedures, setting and meeting goals, and preparing monthly reports, including statistics. The role includes maintaining and servicing library equipment; handling minor repairs such as paper refills, jam clearing, and toner replacement; and overseeing the distribution of materials to court staff in Juneau. It also involves procuring supplies, and working independently under the direction of professional staff based in Anchorage. Regular participation in staff meetings via telephone is required.

The Work Hours

Full-time court employees are currently scheduled to work 37.5 hours per week. The work hours for this position are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with a one-hour lunch break.

Exceptional Benefits For Full-Time Employees

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes

12 paid holidays, medical, dental, and optional vision coverage, and employer-paid life insurance. Employees are enrolled in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan (SBS), with access to the Alaska Deferred Compensation Plan.

Personal leave is accrued for vacation, illness, or personal needs.

Enjoy peace of mind and long-term security while serving your community.

See http://doa.alaska.gov/drb/index.html for additional information.

For more information on the Alaska Court System, please visit: http://www.courts.alaska.gov

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The Alaska Court System is an EEO employer and proudly promotes diversity.

Minimum Qualifications

A high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate AND three years of library or clerical work experience in a progressively responsible capacity. The required work experience is met by service as a Library Assistant 2 or Court Case Manager 1 with the Alaska Court System or an equivalent position with another employer.

OR

An Associate of Arts degree in Library Science AND one year of library or clerical work experience in a progressively responsible capacity. The required work experience is met by service as a Library Assistant 2 or Court Case Manager 1 with the Alaska Court System or an equivalent position with another employer.

OR

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in any field.

Additional Required Information

This applies to your application submission.

Documents To Be Attached To The Application (REQUIRED)

• Post-secondary transcripts, if using education to meet minimum qualifications.
• A list of at least three (3) professional references, who have had supervisory authority over you along with their daytime contact phone numbers and email addresses.
• Copies of your most recent (2) performance evaluations, if available.

LEGAL EMPLOYMENT

The State’s online recruitment system, Workplace Alaska, requires applicants to certify that they have a legal right to accept employment in the United States. It is the responsibility of the employee to maintain the appropriate documentation to accept or continue legal employment. The Alaska Court System does not sponsor visas.

Work Experience

If using work experience not already documented in your application, provide the employer’s name, your job title, dates of employment and whether full or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and Minimum Qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant will not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

EDUCATION

If post-secondary education is required to meet the Minimum Qualifications, you must fill in the Education and Training section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of credit hours earned in the Degree Obtained field. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications for the position and are required with each application.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the minimum qualifications listed above. If utilizing this education, you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in the interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the post-secondary institution. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be required to meet the Minimum Qualifications as outlined above. Unfortunately, we cannot always interview all applicants. If your application is considered "not qualified," you will be sent a notice within two weeks after the closing date for this recruitment. If you believe your application was improperly disqualified, you may appeal this decision to the Human Resources Director at 820 West 4th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501-2005 within five workdays from the date the notice is mailed to you. Qualified applications will be forwarded to the hiring supervisor .

MULTIPLE VACANCIES NOTICE

This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to sixty (60) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.

NEPOTISM REVIEW

To avoid a conflict of interest and the appearance of impropriety, applicants who have a spouse, close relative, and/or regular member of their household employed by the Alaska Court System may not be considered for employment without the approval of the Administrative Director .

BACKGROUND CHECK

A background check will be conducted prior to an employment offer being made. Applicants who have prior convictions that have been set aside under the terms of a suspended imposition of sentence (SIS) may answer "no" to these questions. If you are not sure if your situation requires disclosure, please contact the Human Resources Department at (907) 264-8242. The Court System reserves the right to confirm all background information.

Contact Information

Recruitment

E-Mail: ***email_hidden***

Mailing Address: 820 West 4th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501

Phone Number: (907) 264-8242

The Alaska Court System provides a variety of benefits for eligible employees, which are a significant part of the total compensation package. The following are typical benefits available to full-time employees. Actual benefits received may differ by position type or be prorated for other than full time work.

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan (SBS) in lieu of contributions to Social Security
• Medical and dental coverage for employee and eligible dependents
• Vision plan (optional)
• Employer paid Basic Life Insurance with additional coverage available
• 12 paid holidays per year
• Personal leave accrual based on years of creditable state service
• Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Plan

For more information on the Alaska Court System, please visit: http://www.courts.alaska.gov

Are you a current or former Alaska Court System employee? If yes, please list location and department.

Are you a current state employee? If so, please indicate the bargaining unit to which you belong at the time of the application. Enter NONE complete this question if you are not a current state employee.

Have you carefully read the minimum qualifications for this position, and do you certify that you possess the required education and/or experience to meet the minimum qualifications as stated?

• Yes
• No

Did you submit the required documents used to meet the minimum qualifications for this position (e.g., transcripts)?

• Yes
• No

Did you include a list of three (3) professional references in your application, consisting of individuals who have had supervisory authority over you, including your most recent supervisor, along with their daytime phone numbers and email addresses?

• Yes
• No

Are you proficient at speaking another language besides English? If "Yes" - which language?

The work schedule for this position is Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Do you understand this requirement?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question