Job Details
Salary: $25.02 - $30.42 Hourly
Location : Hillsboro, OR
Job Type: Limited Duration
Job Number: 23/24-251-LAW-01
Department: Law Library
Opening Date: 06/17/2024
Closing Date: 7/1/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
THE POSITION
The Washington County Law Library is recruiting for a Library Assistant to join our small, effective team. The Library Assistant will help to aid in the law library's mission to provide legal reference services and expand access to justice within our community.
The Library Assistant provides excellent internal and external customer service by providing basic legal reference assistance to a diverse community. This position maintains the welcoming environment of the Law Library with creative displays and ensures new materials are processed and available in a timely manner. The Library Assistant collects and compiles statistics and provides basic business administration tasks, such as bill payments under the direction of the Law Librarian. This position is a member of a small team and will require flexibility to provide coverage, occasionally working alone, and staffing outreach events outside normal business hours.
The ideal candidate is comfortable providing quality customer service to all individuals regardless of legal background. They will be a self-starter who is able to work independently. They are knowledgeable of legal databases and resources and can help others use them. They will seek opportunities to improve processes and be well-organized. They will also possess previous library experience, preferably within a law library.
Why Washington County?Washington County is dedicated to the recruitment and recognition of a talented and diverse workforce that is committed to public service. Our shared values of professionalism, innovation, equity, integrity, stewardship, and accountability guide the way we conduct ourselves and deliver services to our customers. Supported by the work of our Office of Equity, Inclusion, and Community Engagement, Washington County celebrates diversity in our employees' backgrounds, beliefs, identities, and abilities, while supporting growth opportunities for all.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
To review the required knowledge, skills, and abilities for this classification, please use this link:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
- One (1) year of experience performing administrative or library support work; six (6) months of the experience must have been in a library;
Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant, including your volunteer experience.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATIONOur Commitment to YouWe are committed to using a merit-based system in which recruiting, selecting, and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge, skills, and abilities. Washington County values a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony. We offer job stability, a comprehensive benefits package, and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community. We are an equal-opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Steps of the process:- MQ Review: Human Resources will screen applications for MQs starting the week following the job posting close. Additional preferred qualifications screening may be applied prior to the interview step depending on the number of applications received.
- Subject Matter Expert Review: Your responses to the supplemental questions will be evaluated and scored by a panel of subject matter experts. Your total score for this examination will affect your placement on the eligible list (a list of candidates eligible for interviews).
- Panel Interview(s): Generally, the top six to eight candidates will be invited to participate in a panel interview.
- Conditional Offer: A successful candidate will require to successfully clear a third party background check as a pre-employment condition and a background check as a condition of employment.
Please note: candidates that are successful in the evaluation process may have their applications referred for additional vacancies in the same classification, or job family.
Veterans' PreferenceIf you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans' preference for this recruitment, please review the instructions using this link: Veterans' Preference Points.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities ActReasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-###-####, or e-mail:
...@washingtoncountyor.govat least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.
Status of Your ApplicationYou will be advised by e-mail of your status at each step in the application process, from initial application to final employment disposition. Please note that Washington County communicates with all candidates via email. If you "opt out" or "unsubscribe" from email notifications in NEOGOV, it will impact our ability to communicate with you about this and other recruitments.
Questions (?) Regarding This Recruitment
Gregory Garabedian, Talent Acquisition Business Partner
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This is a non-represented position and is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
Regular and limited duration full-time employees working 30 hours or more per week and job share employees are eligible for benefits beginning on the first of the month following employment. Job share employees are responsible for 50% of the premium.
Part-time regular, variable hour, and temporary positions are not eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits. Check Out Our Award-Winning Benefits & Wellness Program! Washington County values your dedication to lead the future of our community through public service. Our total compensation package, which is comprised of more than just your annual salary, was built to show our commitment to the physical and financial health and wellbeing of you and your family. Your total compensation package includes a comprehensive benefits program with
medical, dental, and vision coverage at up to 95% employer paid! Other benefits you'll enjoy as part of your total compensation package include:
- Paid Time Off - 11 paid holidays including one floating holiday, 12 vacation days for new employees (accrual rates increase based on length of service), AND up to 96 hours of sick leave per year (unused sick leave accumulates from year to year without limit to provide pay and security if needed).
- Wellness Program - Washington County has been named one of Oregon's Healthiest Employers by the Portland Business Journal for the past 7 years. We are proud to receive this award and will continue to make your health and wellbeing a priority by providing resources and support to help you and your family live and work well. Resources include smoking cessation, weight management, and stress management classes (online or telephonic with a personal health coach); discounts on gym memberships, fitness activities, and sports tickets; and Health & Wellness events and onsite flu shot clinics.
- Alternative Care Coverage
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Life and Disability Insurance (both County-provided and voluntary)
- Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
- 457b Deferred Compensation Plan
- Emergency Travel Assistance
- TriMet Hop Card at no cost to the employee
- Bike lockers and repair stations
- A charitable giving program
- Oregon College Savings Plan
To learn more about our Benefits and Wellness program and view our current benefits guide, plan summaries, and premium rates, click hereAlready have medical, dental, and vision coverage? No problem! Full-time employees who choose to waive medical, dental, and vision coverage will receive a $125 monthly contribution into a tax-free Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) VEBA account, which can be used to reimburse you for qualified out-of-pocket medical care costs, such as copays, deductibles, and prescription drugs. HRA accounts offer many benefits including significant tax savings, and no annual "use it or lose it" requirement. Proof of other creditable coverage is required.
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Please select how many years of customer service experience you have.
- No experience
- Less than one (1) year of experience
- One (1) but less than two (2) years of experience
- Two (2) or more years of experience
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Please select how many years you have worked in a library, law library, or similar information retrieval setting.
- No experience
- Less than one (1) year of experience
- One (1) but less than two (2) years of experience
- Two (2) or more years of experience
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How would you rate your knowledge of legal reference material including legal databases?
- No experience
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
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If you answered that you have Beginner to Advanced knowledge of legal reference material, please briefly describe (100 words of less) your experience and what databases you have used.If you answered No experience, please type in N/A into the field.
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SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT REVIEW: The following supplemental questionnaire will be used to assist us in determining if you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to succeed in this position. Your responses to the questions will be evaluated and scored by a panel of subject matter experts. Your total score for this examination will affect your placement on the eligible list (a list of candidates eligible for interviews). The higher the score, which includes any applicable veterans' preference points, the higher the ranking on the eligible list. Generally, 6 - 8 candidates are referred for each vacancy starting with the top ranked candidates.
Instructions & Helpful Tips- Answer each question carefully and accurately in the space provided. Your responses should reflect what is documented in the education and work experience sections of your employment application.
- Make sure your responses are clear, concise, and complete.
- If a question consists of multiple parts, answer each part separately.
- Provide examples! Examples should be relevant to this position and question, and can be from your formal education, work experience (paid, internship, volunteer), and/or training, unless otherwise indicated in the question.
- When describing a process or procedure, make sure to clearly describe your duties and responsibilities.
- Minimize the use of jargon, abbreviations, and acronyms.
- Each question is scored separately, so do not combine answers or refer to your answer from a different question.
- Before submitting your application, use a word processor, such as Microsoft Word or Google docs, to check for grammar and spelling.
By selecting yes below, you are indicating that you have read and understood the information provided, and agree to the above instructions.If you have any questions, please contact the assigned Talent Acquisition Business Partner or email
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In approximately 300 words, describe how your experience, training, skills and education have prepared you to be the best candidate for the Law Library's Library Assistant position.
Required Question