What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Circulation Clerk position at Maplewood Public Library?
Maplewood Public Library is seeking a part-time Circulation Clerk.
Summary: The Circulation Clerk is responsible for assisting library visitors with circulation related needs; the primary focus of this position is customer service.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Greet and interact with a diverse community of library visitors.
- Accurately communicate library policies to visitors.
- Perform circulation duties including checking materials in and out, requesting materials for library visitors, creating library cards, and answering basic reference questions.
- Perform opening and closing duties.
- Accurately shelve library materials and perform ongoing shelf maintenance.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent required with previous customer service experience preferred.
Requirements:
- Ability to reach materials on low and high shelves.
- Ability to push a full cart of library materials.
- Ability to multitask.
- Ability to use a PC, word processing software, email, and other basic technology.
Salary and Schedule:
$14.10/hour with a raise to $15.10/hour effective January 1, 2026
24 hours/week
Monday, 9am-3pm; Wednesday & Thursday, 3-8pm; Saturday, 8:45am-5pm (rotation: 2 on, 1 off)
Maplewood Public Library is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or any other non-merit factor. We celebrate diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
A criminal background check will be required to those candidates receiving an offer of employment.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $14.10 per hour
Expected hours: 24 per week
Application Question(s):
- The schedule for this position is Monday, 9am-3pm; Wednesday & Thursday, 3-8pm; Saturday, 8:45am-5pm (rotation: 2 on, 1 off). Are you available to work this schedule?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Customer service: 1 year (Required)
- Library services: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $15