Salary : $11.98 Hourly

$11.98 Hourly

Location :

Library 301 N Henderson Blvd., TX

Job Type : Seasonal

Seasonal

Job Number : 022316

022316

Department : Library

Library

Opening Date : 04 / 02 / 2024

04 / 02 / 2024

• Coordinates and performs a variety of circulation duties on behalf of the Kilgore Public Library;provides customer service to the public;
• responds to circulation and / or other types of libraryinquiries; updates and maintains patron account records; assists in maintaining library facilities,equipment, and collection materials;

assists with programming where needed; and performs otherrelated duties as assigned under the supervision of library staff.

Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills

Essential functionsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to performthese essential functions.

• Staffs the circulation desk and provides customer service to patrons in person andvia telephone.- Responds to various types of circulation and / or other general library inquiries;
• communicates and explains the Library's policies and procedures to the public.- Performs a variety of circulation duties;

checks items in and out; renews materials;processes hold requests under supervision.- Monitors and notifies patrons of missing / damaged materials and / or other accountissues.

Collects and receipts library fees / fines; sell / recharges print and copyaccounts; receives monies for Friends of the Library book sales, balances andmaintains cash box.

• Contacts patrons by telephone regarding the availability of requested items and / orreturned mail. Inputs, updates, and maintains patron account information in theLibrary's computer system.
• Assists patrons with basic reference inquiries and / or in locating library materials aswell as catalog training. Assists patrons with computers and Interlibrary Loans.
• Prepares items for shelving; places books and audiovisual items on display shelves.Empties book drop; delivers closing announcements.
• Prepares items for circulation, unpacks material shipments- Assists with Summer Reading Program online record keeping and registration.
• Assists with events (set up, clean up, other duties as needed)- Other related duties as assigned.- Regular attendance required

CompetenciesSupervisory responsibilitiesNone

Work environmentIndoor heated and cooled facility. Occasional outdoor events. Works with patrons of all agesand faculties.

Saturday availability required.

Physical demandsWork is performed in a public library environment. Subject to sitting, standing forextended period, walking, bending reaching, and lifting of objects up to 25 pounds.

Mustable to push / pull library carts and lift / carry library materials.Required education and experience(Indicate requirements that are job-related and consistent with business necessity)- Must be at least 16 years of age.

Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License.

Additional eligibility requirementsWork authorization / security clearance requirements; driver's license, drug screen,background, physical (Police and Fire additional requirements)(List any visa requirements, H1-B sponsorship, special clearances, etc.

If applicable, insertinformation regarding government contracts or special requirements.)Affirmative Action / EEO statement(Insert if applicable)Other required duties

Duties,responsibilities and activities may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Last updated : 2024-05-07