Library Clerk Jobs

Position Summary:

The Library Clerk is the entry level position into the Library Associate job family. The Library Clerk sorts library materials in alphabetic, alphanumeric, and numeric order; shelves books and

provides basic customer service to patrons

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Shelves returned materials
• Occasional set-up/break-down of tables and chairs
• Sorts library materials in alphabetic, alphanumeric and numeric order
• Transports books and other materials throughout the library
• Follows all legal and policy requirements related to patron privacy and custodianship of patron records
• Other duties as assigned
• Performs customer service to patrons such as the check-out process
• Searches for items marked as "claims returned," contacts the customer, and documents the search
• Escalates patron conduct or safety issues to their supervisor or member of management
• Empties book returns, assesses items for completeness/damage, and completes check-in process for returned items
• Locates reserved items and brings them to the Circulation Desk

Requirements

An individual should possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed and meet the amount of education, training and/or work experience required.

• H.S. Diploma or GED required
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Library experience preferred, but not required

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to move from place to place within the location; life, push/pull, hold/carry items weighing up to (25) pounds and occasional (35) pounds such as files, books, stacks of paper, and other materials.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time and to maintain focus on projects such as computer screens or detailed paperwork.

Benefits

Hours Per Week: 20