Job Information

Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee.

This position is represented by the Anchorage Municipal Employee Association (AMEA) Union and is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the AMEA.  

DEPARTMENT: Library
HOURS OF WORK:  Tuesday, 9:15 AM to 2:15 PM; Thursday 9:15 AM- 1:15 PM; Friday 2:15 PM to 6:15 PM; Saturday 1:15 PM to 6:15 PM
LOCATION: Chugiak-Eagle River Library, 12001 Business Blvd. 176
 

Employees who are hired or rehired to any position shall be placed at the entrance pay step, and advancement from the entrance step to the maximum step within a pay grade shall be by successive steps.

Remote work schedule opportunities (telecommuting) may be considered after successful completion of probation, at the discretion of management and with the approval of the department head. Not all positions are eligible for remote work (telecommuting) per P&P 40-40.

To be considered for employment, applicants must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including Student Visas and Employment Visas, under any circumstances.

Example of Duties

Using the library's online system, perform customer service tasks including the charging, discharging, and renewing of library materials, registering patrons for library cards and placing requests for materials. Provide public assistance with library technologies, including computers, copiers, printers, and other devices. Cash management duties include accepting fines and fees and operating a cash register and credit card terminal. Assist with library programs and events. Provide staff support during meal periods and provide substitute staff coverage during staff absences. Perform all duties of Library Clerk. Assist librarians in conducting library programs and activities. Perform basic repair to library materials. Read and initiate work-related communication through email, online chat, etc. Provide excellent service to internal and external customers. Perform other related duties as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and six (6) months of customer service experience (volunteer or paid).

Satisfactory completion of a national criminal background investigation (AS 12.62.160 and AS 12.62.400) at time of hire.

Additional Important Information

Preference will be given to Anchorage Municipal Employees Association (AMEA) employees. AMEA employees who are successful in the screening process will be forwarded to the department for consideration prior to any non-AMEA applicants.
 

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Audio
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts – Health and Dependent Care
• Health Savings Accounts

• State of Alaska Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) Program
• 401(k) and 457 Savings Plans

• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Leave Plan
• 13 Paid Holidays