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Sarasota County Government Acquisition Specialist - Libraries and Historical Resources (Entry-Level) in Sarasota, Florida
Department:
Libraries & Historical Resources
Start Here. Grow Here. Stay Here.
Are you an administrative specialist who has a knack for acquisitions? We are looking for professionals to join our team and learn to help shape the future of Sarasota County! In this role, you'll support our Libraries and Historical Resources Department by inputting records into the Library System and maintaining the accuracy of the database and financial accounting. This position will be in our Selby Library - just minutes from the main street. The pay starts between $19.87 - $20.25/hr, based upon experience and benefits begin within 60 days of hire. If you enjoy setting goals, contributing to decision-making, and evaluating progress - apply today for this entry-level role!
About the Position
In this role, you will...
Input all required information for order records and item records into the library database for purchases and/or donations.
Manage order records, typing, and data entry.
Proof and edit database records as needed.
Download vendor-supplied MARC records and verify accuracy of cataloging and edits as needed.
Ensure routine maintenance of the database by deleting information for withdrawn materials.
Perform database changes as directed for special projects.
Copy cataloging of AV and book materials.
Create item record codes as necessary for special account tracking.
Participate as a member or Team Leader in assigned short-term special projects.
About the Schedule
Work Hours:
Full-Time, 40 hours per week.
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
About You
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED
0 - 2 years of clerical and computer experience or exposure
An aptitude and willingness to learn!
Valid Florida Driver's License by date of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
Two years of clerical and computer experience
One year of Library Experience -or- one year of college may substitute for one year of experience
Subject to Passing Substance Screening: This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of five (5) years.
Physical Demands: Employees in this role must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
About Everything Else
Starting Pay Range: $19.87 - $20.25/hr, based upon experience.
Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s).
If you are selected to join our team, please click on this link to review the Required First Day Documents (http://www.scgov.net/home/showpublisheddocument/66596/638617478290291353) . You will need to present the following items on your first day:
- I-9 Acceptable Documents to show your identity and authorization to work. Use this link to learn more and review the different document options: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
- If your position requires a Florida Driver’s License, this must be one of your documents. (Your Florida Driver’s License can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List B Documents.)
- U.S. Social Security Card (signed, physical card). This is a requirement of our Payroll Department and failure to provide this document could jeopardize timely compensation. (Your U.S. Social Security Card can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List C Documents.)
Benefits:
Enjoy great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more! C hoose one of three great medical plans, including one with a $0 premium option, with completed preventative visits!
For more information about employee benefits, please click this link or visit SCGov.net (https://www.scgov.net/government/human-resources/employee-health-and-benefits) for additional information.
Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations.
Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)
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We celebrate and value the experiences, backgrounds, perspectives, talents and strengths that make us different.
Our vision is to attract, develop, retain and engage a talented workforce broadly representative of the citizens and communities we serve. To further value creativity, innovation, collaboration and great customer service – internally and externally.
A job applicant with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation to participate in the application/selection process is requested to make known the need for an accommodation to Human Resources or appropriate county staff members. For assistance with the application, please call 941-861-5353.
Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net (keywords: ADA Compliance).
Sarasota County Government is a Tobacco-Free/Drug-Free Workplace.