AMVETS Jobs

EFFECTIVE DATE

March 2022

LIBRARY CLERK

DEPARTMENT: LIBRARY

JOB CLASSIFICATION: PART TIME

TECHNET # 1115

PAY GRADE PT3

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MISSION

We strive to build and maintain a vibrant city through personable community interactions and innovative library services.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Working under the supervision of the Library Director or Librarian, this individual will provide staff support for general, routine clerk duties as needed to assist delivery of public library services for the City.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs general duties related to the circulation of library materials; including:

• Attends circulation desk,
• Greets patrons and assists with requests;
• Registers patrons for library cards and instructs them in use of library facilities and policies;
• Assists patrons in locating books and material;
• Collects fines and fees from patrons;
• Checks in and checks out library materials;
• Shelve materials;
• Segregate books and other materials needing repairs;
• Mend books and materials as needed;
• Prepare new materials for circulation;

General responsibilities:

• Performs a variety of general clerical and office duties;
• Operates computer for word and information processing;
• Maintains records and files; assists with setting up and maintaining displays;
• Performs related duties as required.
• May assist Program Coordinators in preparing, promoting, and presenting programs;
• Other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• High school graduate or equivalent is required
• Schedule: Able to work one evening shift per week and one Saturday shift per month
• Knowledge of library methods, practices, and procedures; Dewey Decimal system;
• Ability to perform general clerical functions quickly and accurately;
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions and work independently in carrying out work assignments;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees
• Exhibit excellent customer service when working with patrons of all ages;
• Operate various computers, office machines and equipment;
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing;
• Must be able to meet attendance and punctuality requirements for this position;
• Must abide by all City and Library policies and procedures;
• Must work well with others and be a team player;
• Applicants will be required to submit to a criminal background check and drug test;
• Ability to speak Spanish is preferred, though not required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Performs duties that may include physical effort, such as pushing or pulling a loaded book truck, lifting, bending, stooping, climbing, and walking;
• Occasionally may lift/carry materials up to 40 pounds;
• May sit or stand for long periods of time.