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BILINGUAL LIBRARY ASSISTANT - 5003 General Definition of Work: Performs intermediate paraprofessional work providing assistance to library patrons. Develops, presents and evaluates programming that focus on the library's Spanish - speaking audience. Focuses on educational outreach and providing library services in Spanish. Work is performed under the supervision of the Literacy Services Coordinator. Essential Functions/Typical Tasks: Developing bilingual library programs, providing customer service and translation assistance in circulation, reference, or children's services departments; assisting patrons in use of library resources; representing the library at community events, maintaining records and files. (These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions) • Acts as a liaison between the library and local Spanish - speaking population. • Writes, performs and assesses bilingual library programs for children and their families, teens, and /or adults. • Provides specialized assistance and translation services at circulation, reference, and children's services departments. • Presents classes and programs in Spanish. • Participates in outreach, marketing, and off -site services. • Assists the Literacy Coordinator with the training of library staff and volunteers. • Researches and recommends materials for the library's Spanish language collections. • Attends literacy program fundraising events. • Collaborates with the local Latina/o community to foster relationships and promote library services. • Tracks and reports relevant statistics and data. • Attends meetings as required or assigned. • Performs related tasks as required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Fluency in Spanish required. Knowledge of a variety of Latin cultures. Strong writing skills with the ability to research and prepare written documents. Quality oral communication and experience in presenting/performing material to vaned audiences. General knowledge of basic library procedures, methods and techniques; general knowledge of and interest in books including reader interest levels; general knowledge of office procedures and records maintenance techniques; ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment; familiar with computers and related technology and resources; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community leaders, library patrons and associates. Education and Experience: Fluency in both Spanish and English. Requires graduation from an appropriately accredited community college with major course work in education, Spanish, history, literature or related field; some work experience involving public contact. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Physical Requirements: This is medium work requiring the exertion of up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and /or small parts, operation of machines, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions. Special Requirements: May require possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the state of North Carolina. Position may be a safety - sensitive position as defined by the Drug Free Workplace Policy. This is a grant funded position, through June 30, 2017, made possible through the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the federal Library Services and Technology Act, as administered by the State Library of North Carolina, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. HR 7 -28 -2016 Attachment number 3 \n S p r i n g s t e d SEPTEMBER 2006 CABARRUS COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA G -4 Page 234