Clerk, Library, PT

City Of Siloam•Siloam Springs, AR

3d•$0 - $13

About The Position

Performs paraprofessional tasks at the Siloam Springs Public Library. This part-time position is scheduled for 10–15 hours per week, especially Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 2:00 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. and most Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The clerk serves and assists library patrons, supports circulation and collection processing, helps with library programs and displays, and performs related operational and maintenance tasks. The role may provide direction to work-study students and volunteers at the discretion of the Library Manager or Assistant Library Manager. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and one year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and training. The employee should have knowledge of the Dewey Decimal system, organizational and teamwork skills, basic knowledge of reader interest levels, and the ability to use current technology. Related experience with a multi-line telephone system, copy and fax machines, key calculator, library automation system, graphic computer programs, and Microsoft Office is specified. Effective verbal and written communication, telephone etiquette, basic mathematical and accounting abilities, and practical problem-solving skills are also required. The work involves regular talking or hearing; sitting; standing and walking; handling objects; reaching; climbing or balancing; and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. The employee may occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds. The environment may include outdoor weather conditions and proximity to moving mechanical parts. Noise is usually low but may be high during library programs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and one year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Knowledge of the Dewey Decimal system.
Ability to be organized and work as a team member or independently as needed.
Basic knowledge of reader interest levels.
Ability to use current technology.
Experience with a multi-line telephone system, copy machine, fax machine, key calculator, library automation system, graphic computer programs, and Microsoft Office.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and telephone etiquette; ability to provide information and respond to questions from clients, customers, and the public.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts, including percentages, and perform basic accounting functions.
Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
Regular, punctual attendance and readiness to work the scheduled hours.

Responsibilities

Greet and assist patrons courteously.
Shelve, shelf-read, and organize library materials.
Circulate library materials.
Help process materials added to the library collection.
Assist with bulletin boards, decorative displays, and special book displays throughout the library.
Assist Program Coordinators with implementing library programs.
Attend meetings and workshops related to library services.
Register new patrons and maintain patron records.
Open and close the library as the shift requires.
Assist patrons with computer office and graphic programs, computer software, the Internet, and e-book devices.
Maintain a working knowledge of the online library system.
Assist with inspection and repair of library materials as needed.
Assist patrons with memorials, donations, and interlibrary loans.
Help train work-study students and volunteers.
Perform basic maintenance on public and staff copiers, computers, phones, and fax machines as needed.
Assist in maintaining meeting-room usage.
Help with the inventory process.
Work with other staff to accomplish tasks.
May direct the work of work-study students and volunteers at the discretion of the Library Manager or Assistant Library Manager.
Maintain professional and ethical behavior and integrity, and report to work punctually and regularly as scheduled.