LIBRARY CLERK/CIRCULATION-PT - Part-time

About the Department

Under the direction of the Circulation Supervisor, this para-professional position involves the performance of a variety of tasks that are either clerical or technical in nature, or involving direct, service-oriented dealings with library patrons. The hours for this position is Monday through Thursday, 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm and alternating Fridays and Saturdays to equal 20 hours each week.

Position Duties

• Operates on-line system to circulate books and materials, register new library patrons, issue cards, file applications, monitor overdue materials, reserve requested materials, collect fines and fees.
• Makes first contact with library patrons, provides general information on services, directs patrons to appropriate area.
• Pulls materials needing corrections or mending and sends to Technical Services.
• Assists the pages in the shelving of materials.
• Checks in magazines and newspapers and puts on shelves.
• Reads shelves and searches for books returned but not recorded.
• Repairs minor damages to books and other library material.
• May maintain library equipment, performing minor repairs.
• May assist with children's programs such as story hours, arts and crafts, and bulletin boards, displays, and signs.
• Makes copies of forms, handouts, and other materials for circulation.
• Answers the phone and directs the calls to appropriate person.
• May participate in outreach programs as assigned.
• Assists the public in locating books and basic information.
• Monitors inventory of supplies necessary for daily operation.
• Collects and records money for fines, copier, printers, and fees.
• Performs Library opening and closing routines.
• Other duties as assigned.
• May maintain the mini-book program by securing appropriate locations throughout the community then processing and delivering materials.
• May be in charge of sending overdue notices and follow-up procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must pass Library general knowledge test and demonstrate ability to alphabetize and knowledge of the Dewey Decimal classification system. 
• Work experience demonstrating the ability to work and deal with the general public is preferred. 
• Typing/computer experience is preferred. 
• Must be able to communicate in an acceptable manner with staff and public.  
• A valid driver's license is required.

Other Qualifications