What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bookmobile Library Clerk position at City of Flagstaff?
This position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis, with the first review of applications occurring on 07/31/2026. Applicants are encouraged to apply early for first consideration.
By applying to this position, you are opening yourself to the opportunity to work in a critical division program and make a significant impact on the community we serve.
- Provides excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.
- Checks materials in and out, traps holds, routs material belonging to other branches and libraries to the appropriate locations, and sorts finished book trucks according to Dewey Decimal rules.
- Issues library cards.
- Sells merchandise.
- Accepts payments for lost/damaged items.
- May clear accounts.
- Runs reports.
- Acts as the courier between the East Flagstaff and Downtown Library on a rotating basis.
- Empties the Automated Material Handler (AMH) bins and participates in periodic maintenance of the AMH. Performs basic trouble-shooting to diagnose and correct problems with library material the AMH is unable to process.
- Audits returned items to verify materials are complete and not damaged. Troubleshoots issues with damaged or missing items by contacting patrons, and reports issues to Library Specialist.
- Answers basic directional questions and refers non-circulation related inquiries to the appropriate department(s).
- Works with other library employees to address behavioral issues that occur on library property, including emergencies involving EMTs, Fire, & Police.
- May pull and place holds for patrons, make calls, run hold reports, and maintain customer requests shelf.
- May mend materials and maintain material quality.
- Other duties as assigned.
To review the full job description for this position, please click the following: Library Clerk Job Description
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or G.E.D.
- Two years of customer service experience.
- Or any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the above Minimum Requirements.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
- Experience working in a public library.
- Knowledge of books and authors.
- Fluency in a language other than English, particularly Dine, Hopi, and/or Spanish.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Must possess, or obtain upon employment, a valid Arizona driver’s license.
- Ability and willingness to work some evenings and weekends as assigned.
- Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity.
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