Library Clerk I

DeWitt District Library • Dewitt, MI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Circulation Services Coordinator, the Library Clerk I position performs a variety of services for patrons of all ages addressing and performing both clerical duties and basic information services. This position is scheduled for 16-18 hours per week, typically evenings and weekends. General hours are Monday - Thursday 4 pm - 8 pm, Friday 2 pm - 6 pm, Saturday 10 am - 4pm and Sunday 1 pm - 5pm.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technology skills necessary to perform duties and responsibilities listed in the job description.
• Interpersonal and communication skills for interaction with staff and patrons in a highly effective and courteous manner.
• Basic mathematical skills necessary for routine calculations.
• Working knowledge and understanding of DDL policies and procedures.
• Ability to work with general supervision and adhere to established policies and procedures.
• Availability to work 16-18 hours per week mostly evening and weekends.

Nice To Haves

• College coursework preferred.
• Previous work experience in a library or retail setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serves library users at the Service Desk by checking in and out library materials, collects money for service fees and lost and damaged materials, issues new/replacement library cards, registers new patrons and processes name and address changes.
• Assists with other circulation functions, holds, etc.
• Ensures circulation policies and procedures are followed for the proper handling of patron and material records for an accurate library database.
• Provides information to patrons regarding the Library’s circulation policies, procedures and refers issues to management as appropriate.
• Provides basic information services including reader’s advisory.
• Provides assistance to patrons and staff in the use of library technology and equipment.
• Responsible for collection maintenance duties: sorts and shelves library materials; empties book-drop(s); shelf-reading; shifts materials; cleans, dusts, and inspects library materials for damage; discards and repairs library materials.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED