Delivery Driver / Library Assistant II

Description

The Jackson George Regional Library System is ranked one of Mississippi’s top public library systems. With our headquarters located in Pascagoula, our system has public library branches in the cities and communities of Hurley, Gautier, Lucedale, Moss Point, Ocean Springs, Pascagoula, St. Martin and Vancleave. In addition, the Singing River Genealogy and Local History Library and Law Library are considered the biggest and best serving the Gulf Coast.

The Delivery Driver provides dependable transportation of library materials, equipment, supplies, correspondence, and documents throughout the Jackson-George Regional Library System (JGRLS) and designated County offices. The employee follows established delivery schedules, protects items in transit, maintains the fleet vehicles, and represents the Library System professionally at all delivery locations. The daily delivery route includes around 25 stops throughout Jackson and George counties.

Work is performed in accordance with the Regional Library Board of Trustees’ approved policies and procedures and other directives as issued by the Assistant Director Collection Management Services / Technology Services (CMS/TS) and/or Library Director.

This full-time, salaried position requires 37.5 hours per week and is eligible for the full employee benefits package. Normal work schedule is 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. (with 30-minute lunch period) Monday through Friday. The work schedule may vary from time to time according to Library needs, unavoidable delays in the delivery schedule, vehicle maintenance, etc.

Application and Evaluation Requirements

Candidates for this position must (1) complete application for employment, (2) take traffic safety examination, (3) possess a current valid Mississippi driver’s license and (4) be eligible for coverage under the Jackson-George Regional Library System’s liability/uninsured motorist insurance coverage.

The employee holding this position is subject to an initial six-month probationary period with performance evaluations conducted by the Assistant Director CMS/TS. Thereafter, performance evaluations are conducted annually by the Assistant Director CMS/TS and reviewed by the Director.

Employment Requirements

The Library Assistant II / Delivery Driver position is classified as non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act. The employee must meet applicable employment eligibility and verification requirements and read, understand, and sign required acknowledgments for the Library System’s Personnel Policies, Alcohol and Drug-Free Workplace Policy, and other policies and procedures applicable to the position.

A. Minimum Qualifications to Apply

1. Must be at least 25 years of age.
2. Possess a valid Mississippi driver’s license, a clean driving record, and reliable transportation.
3. Meet eligibility requirements for coverage under the Library’s vehicle liability and uninsured motorist insurance policy.
4. Demonstrate the ability to operate the delivery vehicle safely and comply with applicable traffic laws.
5. Be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, including handling and moving materials weighing up to 50 pounds. Team lifting is required for items weighing more than 50 pounds.
6. Possess effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
7. Maintain strict confidentiality of information encountered while serving the Library System and participating organizations.
8. Ability to abide by Mississippi traffic laws.

Requirements

B. Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

The following essential functions must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation:

1. Operate the delivery vehicle safely. Follow established routes, traffic laws, and Library vehicle-use procedures. Picking up hitchhikers and non-JGRLS employees is prohibited.
2. Complete deliveries and pickups. Transport Library materials, equipment, supplies, correspondence, and documents between Library locations, County Supervisors, District Offices, other County offices, the Courthouse, and other authorized destinations according to established schedules and approved requests.
3. Prepare and process delivery materials. Sort, organize, and pack outgoing materials in designated containers in the shipping and receiving area before scheduled runs. Unpack, sort, and route returned materials to the appropriate destinations.
4. Load, unload, and move materials. Transfer containers and other delivery items between shipping and receiving areas, the vehicle, and designated delivery locations. These duties require bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, squatting, crouching, reaching above shoulder level, and lifting or moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Use team assistance for items weighing more than 50 pounds and appropriate handling equipment as needed.
5. Distribute materials within the Library System. Deliver correspondence and documents to the appropriate departments. Using the dumbwaiter, load and unload Collection Management Services materials.
6. Protect materials and confidential information. Pack, secure, and handle items carefully to prevent loss or damage. Maintain the confidentiality of documents and all information encountered during assigned duties.
7. Maintain dependable delivery service. Follow delivery schedules, policies, and procedures. Promptly communicate to the Assistant Director DMS/TS or Business Manager any delays, delivery concerns, or other circumstances affecting service.
8. Maintain vehicle and equipment readiness. Coordinate maintenance with the immediate supervisor, including vehicle delivery to and pickup from the service garage. Obtain fuel at County-designated Fuelman service stations, keep the vehicles clean inside and outside, and arrange washing and vacuuming of the fleet needed.
9. Report problems and respond to emergencies. Promptly report vehicle, equipment, and delivery problems to the Assistant Director CMS/TS or in their absence, the Business Manager. Follow the JGRLS Personnel Manual, operating procedures, and supervisory instructions when addressing problems or emergencies.
10. Maintain professional working relationships. Communicate courteously and effectively with Library employees, County officials, and personnel at delivery locations.
11. Follow safe work practices. Exercise sound judgment, use delivery equipment properly, and apply appropriate safety measures throughout all assignments. Obey all Mississippi traffic laws.

Additional responsibilities include:

1. Notify the Assistant Director CMS/TS when delivery-related supplies are needed.
2. Assist in training substitute delivery drivers on routes, schedules, material handling, equipment use, safety practices, and delivery procedures.
3. Assist Library personnel in evaluating delivery services, recommending improvements, and identifying long-term needs.
4. Attend required Library meetings and training programs, including those involving overnight travel.
5. Perform delivery-related work during delivery runs unless otherwise directed by the Assistant Directors and/or Library Director.
6. Assist with other Library System projects and tasks as assigned.

C. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1. Ability to learn and apply Library policies, delivery procedures, and established safety practices.
2. Ability to acquire and maintain the knowledge and skills necessary to perform assigned duties.
3. Ability to establish and maintain professional, effective working relationships with Library employees, branch managers, supervisors, County officials, and County employees.
4. Effective oral, written, telephone, and listening skills.
5. Knowledge of Mississippi Traffic Laws.
6. Ability to perform basic tasks on a Windows environment computer.
7. Ability to organize assignments and complete a high volume of work accurately, thoroughly, and within established schedules.
8. Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions consistent with approved policies and procedures.
9. Ability to operate job-related vehicles and equipment, including the delivery vehicle, fuel pumps, and hand trucks.
10. Ability to handle Library materials, equipment, supplies, and confidential documents with care.

The absence of specific statements of duties does not exclude those tasks from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment.

The primary work site for this Jackson-George Regional Library System position is the Pascagoula Public Library/JGRLS Headquarters facility at 3214 Pascagoula Street in Pascagoula, Mississippi.

JGRLS is an equal opportunity employer

Salary Description

$26,000 - $32,000 annually DOE