Library - Circulation Clerk

Library Systems & Services•Huntsville, TX

5d•$13 - $13•Onsite

About The Position

Library Systems and Services is seeking a friendly, enthusiastic, and service-oriented Library Circulation Clerk for the Huntsville Public Library in Huntsville, Texas. This is an entry-level position in the Library Associate job family. Under management direction, the clerk performs moderately complex technical and paraprofessional duties in support of library sections and functions, primarily at the circulation desk, while providing excellent customer service to library patrons. The position is 40 hours per week. The clerk helps patrons access library services and materials, processes transactions and materials, maintains patron privacy, and may assist with programs and library opening or closing tasks. The role also involves shelving materials and responding to or escalating patron conduct and safety concerns. The stated salary is $13.25. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid time off; tuition assistance; a retirement plan; life insurance; short- and long-term disability; training and development; and wellness resources.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities satisfactorily.
Ability to work a regular schedule that includes a combination of days, evenings, and weekends.
Excellent customer service skills.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Good written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Two years of library experience preferred.
Basic knowledge of library systems and databases preferred.
English/Spanish speaking is a plus.

Responsibilities

Welcome and register patrons, issue library cards, check materials in and out, and manage patron accounts.
Help patrons locate materials or the reference desk, use computers, and understand library policies and procedures, including self-checkout, internet access, and copying.
Check in and process library materials as needed.
Accept and process fines, fees, and other payments.
Shelve library materials.
Provide program support under management direction, as needed.
Perform opening and closing duties, which may include counting money and completing daily cash reports.
Provide information about programs, events, conference rooms, and other library services.
Address patron conduct or safety issues, or escalate them to appropriate management.
Follow legal and policy requirements concerning patron privacy and custodianship of patron records.
Understand the American Library Association’s Library Bill of Rights, Freedom to Read Statement, and Freedom to View Statement; recognize freedom of access as a fundamental public library principle while supporting client discretion regarding materials available at local libraries.
Perform other duties as assigned.