Office Assistant 1 (Grade 6) - Greenley Library

Location: Farmingdale, NY Category: Secretarial/Clerical Posted On: Wed Jul 6 2022 Job Description: Farmingdale State College seeks to fill an Office Assistant 1 position in the Greenley Library.Hours: 7:45am-4pm Monday-FridayResponsibilities:The selected candidate will be responsible for the following:Provide face-to-face customer service to library patrons at the circulation desk, performing tasks related to circulation of library materials and other library services. Provide basic information and general assistance to library patrons, such as answering simple directional questions, assisting with equipment, and providing assistance in locating library materials. Refer patrons to librarians as appropriate.Participate in tasks and projects of the Access Services department as assigned.Participate in tasks and projects as needed in other library departments, including shelving, shelf-checking and shelf-reading, as assigned.Handle and lift library materials.Other tasks at the direction of the Library Director.This position reports to the Access Services Librarian.The college particularly welcomes candidates with knowledge, skills and abilities that include:Commitment to diversity and university initiatives supportive of diversity and terest in participating in student-centered service activities.Desire to apply expertise in promoting civic engagement with the College''s many community partners.Job Requirements:MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: You must be on the Office Assistant 1 Civil Service list or in a state Civil Service position that''s eligible for transfer to this position. Applicants who do not meet this criteria will NOT be considered.You must be reachable on the local list based on your score.Reliability and punctuality.Eagerness to provide excellent customer service.Good written and verbal communication skills.Willingness and ability to learn new technologies.ADDITIONAL PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.Candidate should have a professional manner, have the ability to multi-task, and be organized.Experience with Banner software.Experience working in a library or similar setting.Additional Information:Hiring procedures in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law.Grade 6 Salary: $31,870CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: Open Until FilledTransfers from other New York State agencies are welcome to apply.There is a downstate cost of living stipend negotiated for full time union members living in downstate NY. It is in addition to the posted salary and is currently $3,026 per year.The Consumer Information web page can be viewed at the following link -page describes various services, information and statistics on many different aspects of the College''s operations.Farmingdale State College seeks a broad and diverse pool of candidates for this position. The College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status or any other legally protected status.Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor''s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at [Click Here to Email Your Resumé].

Created: 2025-09-06