What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-time Library Clerk position at East Fishkill Public Library?
The Library currently has openings for three Library Clerks, part time. We are looking for responsible, friendly, team-orientated individuals who can join our staff in providing outstanding customer service to the patrons of the library. Interpersonal and communication skills are vital for this position as are attention to detail, patience, tact, and politeness, while still being able to uphold the rules of the library. Comfort with computers and technology is crucial. Library Clerks are directly supervised by the Head of Circulation.
Duties:
· Checks library materials in and out, places holds, and explains lending rules when needed
· Calculates and collects fees, makes change, and issues receipts
· Creates and updates patron records
· Assists patrons on the telephone and routes calls properly
· Performs shelving, hold retrieval, shelf reading, and general stack maintenance
· Assists patrons with copiers, faxes, computers, scanning, and tech questions including Wi-Fi connectivity, air printing, digital library services
· Provides assistance with patron questions particularly regarding use of the catalog and locating books in the library
· Makes calls to patrons/other libraries for damaged items; follows up with Librarians
· Prefills new library cards and maintains a backstock
· May assist technical services department in sorting, inspecting, or processing materials
· Participates in continuing education as assigned
· Does related work as required
Position hours:
Position one:
Monday, Wednesday, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Thursday 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Participates in Saturday rotation once per month
Position two:
Tuesday, Thursday, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Sunday 11:45 AM to 4:00 PM
Participates in Saturday rotation once per month
Position three:
Tuesday, 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Thursday, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Friday, 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Participates in Saturday rotation once per month
Minimum Requirements:
Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma.
Ability to indicate keyboarding ability (courses or work experience).
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in a library or customer service position highly preferred.
Compensation:
The salary for this position is $18.18/hr paid biweekly. Benefits include employee assistance program, bereavement pay, holiday pay, one week PTO, and pay for unscheduled closings.
Applying:
Please include a meaningful cover letter with resume.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.18 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18