Library Clerk

City of Covina • Covina, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Covina is seeking applicants for a part-time Library Clerk position within the Parks & Recreation and Library Services Department. This role involves performing a variety of technical and library support services, including patron assistance at the Circulation Desk, handling fines and fees, processing and cataloging library materials, and other related duties. The Library Clerk classification supports the City of Covina Library by assisting patrons, managing circulation, collecting payments, and processing library materials. This position is distinct from the Library Assistant, which requires a more comprehensive understanding of library operations and handles more complex tasks.

Requirements

• One year of public library experience, and a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Related office support experience involving significant customer service or college level coursework in library sciences, business, public administration, or a related field may be substituted for the required experience.
• Knowledge of standard library routines, procedures, automated systems and services; library cataloging and classification systems; methods and techniques of scheduling work assignments; standard office procedures, practices and equipment; modern office equipment, including a computer and applicable software; methods and techniques for record keeping; proper English, spelling and grammar; occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Ability to learn basic library procedures; alphabetize or numerically/chronologically sort materials; provide limited assistance to library patrons; work independently and as part of a team; follow written and oral directions; observe safety principles and work in a safe manner; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Skill to operate an office computer and a variety of word processing and software applications, including a variety of library software and web-based design applications.

Responsibilities

• Assists patrons at the Circulation Desk; checks in and checks out materials; prepares materials for return to the circulating collection; registers new patrons and issues cards; provides patrons with materials that have been reserved; operates a variety of automated systems.
• Collects, adjusts and accounts for library fines and fees, including lost and damaged materials; processes lost/damaged letters; responds to patrons questions and resolves issues related to patron fines and fees; accepts and accounts for money received from book sales; operates the cash register.
• Processes and catalogues Library materials; prepares catalogue cards; assists in ordering, receiving and tracking library materials; processes standing orders for materials; withdraws items from the collection that have been weeded, lost or damaged.
• Weeds out old magazines; arranges, shelves and files a variety of library materials; retrieves and sorts materials from outside book drop; performs a variety of library support services, including assembling materials for displays, bulletin boards, information packets and posters.
• Inspects returned materials for damage; performs mending, cleaning and repair of materials as needed; processes materials.
• Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies, City management and staff, and the public.

What This Job Offers

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