Part Time Library Clerk

Summary

Checks books and materials in and out; assists patrons; shelves books; and assists with opening and closing library.

Pay rate is $10.00 per hour

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Checks books and materials in and out of library for patrons;
• Assists patrons with general questions and with operation of copier, microfilm reader, printer, and computer, including Internet;
• Shelves books, magazines and newspapers;
• Collects money for library service fees and late fines;
• Generates lists of overdue books and materials and reminds patron of overdue items;
• Assists with opening and closing library.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This is non-supervisory position.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

High school graduation or its equivalent, with library experience preferred or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Knowledge Of

Library classification systems; and standard office practices and procedures.

Skill/Ability To

Operate computers, including word processing and spreadsheet software; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public; provide excellent customer services; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and read and interpret manuals, policies, and other documents.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid Texas driver's license.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to sit, use hands to operate office equipment, including telephone and computer keyboard, reach with hands and arms, and talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk; and the employee may be required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 20 pounds, such as books and stacks of records. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee has frequent contact with other employees both within and outside of the assigned department, including the public and other organizations, and may face difficult and stressful situations; interactions may involve sensitive or difficult issues. The employee constantly is required to change tasks frequently and to perform tedious, exacting work. The employee frequently is required to work under time pressures to meet deadlines, to perform multiple tasks simultaneously, and to work closely with others as part of and/or leader of a team. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.