Library Clerk Jobs

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Receives and invoices materials into the library's computer system.
• Works at the Accounts Desk; handles customer accounts and fines; provides computer assistance; performs shelving.
• May perform mail delivery.
• Communicates with vendors to request approved items or to ask questions; refers further communications to the supervisor.
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
• Processes LINK+ items and locates items listed on hold for the library branch or on reserve for LINK+.
• Accepts and unpacks deliveries and shipments of library materials; checks for accuracy; returns incorrect or damaged materials to vendors.
• Provides basic assistance to customers.
• Data enters bibliographic data into the online library system.
• Checks in/out items; performs standard, holds, special handling and sorts; issues library cards.
• May answer customers' questions.
• Performs RFID tagging Performs shelf reading.
• Assists in the setup of programs; performs program cleanup.
• Maintains computer files for library materials; adds, deletes and updates information.
• May assist customers with library technology.
• Assists with special projects and programs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent and 6 months experience working in a library

City of Palo Alto offers the following benefits to those in a SEIU Hourly position: