Library Clerk I- Information and Business Center

Huntsville-Madison County Public Library•Huntsville, AL

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The Huntsville-Madison County Public Library is a non-profit library system comprised of ten locations, providing library and information services to the city of Huntsville and the surrounding Madison County area. HMCPL is seeking a Library Clerk I to assist library patrons in utilizing the library's resources and services at a library location and/or department. The ideal candidate will be passionate about libraries and creating an engaging and welcoming space for members of the community to create their own future, explore the universe of ideas, and connect with our community and the world.

Requirements

Knowledge of basic computer skills.
Knowledge of basic math skills.
Ability to operate computer and library systems including telephone, tablets, and various devices.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions including posted schedules.
Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, subordinates, associates, corporate representatives, officials of other agencies, and the general public.
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors.
High school diploma from a school accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or GED certificate issued by the appropriate state agency; or any combination of education, training, and experience which provides a demonstrated potential for performing the above listed duties of the position is required.

Nice To Haves

Additional experience in a library or customer service-based role.

Responsibilities

Assist other staff members and patrons with basic circulation tasks.
Answer questions and provide information to patrons.
Perform routine circulation tasks.
Perform shelf maintenance.
Perform clerical functions using the Library’s library management software system.
Check books in and out on behalf of patrons.
Perform basic patron record maintenance.
Shelve library materials.
Answer general patron inquiries.
Act as a team member in fulfilling the Library’s Mission Statement.
Answer informational and directional questions from patrons both in-person and by telephone.
Refer questions and inquiries to the appropriate staff member or department as needed.
Monitor patron activities in the assigned area and handle problems as they occur.
Responsible for shelving materials, shelf reading, weeding projects, and regular inventory as assigned.
Assist in shelving materials, shelf reading, weeding projects, and regular inventory as assigned.
Use automated library systems for transactions relating to library materials, managing patron accounts including recording fines paid, locating materials, and performing additional procedures as needed.
Operate a variety of standard office and library equipment.
Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.