Library Clerk - AJC-Library

The Associated and its Agencies•Baltimore, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Jewish Library of Baltimore (JLB), a program of The Associated: Jewish Federation of Baltimore, is seeking a part-time Library Clerk. The part-time Library Clerk serves as the first point of contact for patrons of the Jewish Library of Baltimore (JLB) and provides support in delivering library services to the community. As the JLB is a dual-language library with materials in both English and Hebrew, applicants should possess sufficient familiarity with the Hebrew language to assist patrons in locating and using library materials. Candidates should also have knowledge of Jewish history, culture, traditions, holidays, and religious practices sufficient to help patrons identify and access relevant resources. The position requires an understanding of the Dewey Decimal Classification System, including the ability to organize, shelve, and retrieve materials accurately, as well as experience using online library catalogs and databases to search for materials and assist patrons with their information needs. Strong customer service, communication, and organizational skills are essential. This is a part-time position; 15 hours per week in person. Sunday 10:00am-3:00pm, Tuesday 3:00pm-8:00pm and Friday 10:00am-3:00pm.

Requirements

Minimum of 1- 3 years’ work experience in a library.
Needs to be familiar with Hebrew language.
Must have knowledge of Jewish history, culture, holidays, traditions, and religious practices sufficient to help patrons locate and understand library resources.
Understanding of the Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC) System, including the ability to organize, shelve, and retrieve library materials accurately.
Experience using online library catalogs (OPACs) and library databases to search for materials, assist patrons with research, and manage circulation-related tasks.
Strong customer service and communication skills.
Must be detail-oriented, proactive, and solution-focused.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Must be committed to the mission of The Associated.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Staff the circulation desk, creating and managing patron library accounts, assuming responsibility for telephone and email correspondence with library patrons; as well as registering patrons for library programs.
Knowledge of Dewey. Identify and locate appropriate information and materials and instruct patrons on the use of Library resources. Maintain the physical collection of books and resources by shelving, shelf-reading and keeping the collection in good order.
Navigate cataloging system, Follett Destiny. Enter new resources into the online catalog, edit existing online records to be up to date, and extract data from online records.
Work with Library Manager and librarians on correspondence and notices. Keep track of statistics while at the circulation desk; walk-ins, check-outs and holdings.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and use of common label templates.
Communicate predetermined library policies and procedures to library users.
Project a positive attitude about the Library when interacting with patrons.