Library Clerk - Part-time (Interlachen Library)

Putnam County Board of County Commissioners • Fl 32148, FL

20h

About The Position

This is a part-time, hourly position reporting to the Librarian or designee. The Library Clerk performs routine library work in one or more service areas of the county library system, including circulation services and assistance to patrons under the direction of a professional Librarian. The role works inside in an office environment and may be required to assist with emergency support functions in the EOC during emergencies or perform other related emergency duties. Employees may also be assigned other job-related duties as required.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the services and operations of the library system.
• Knowledge of standard library clerical methods and practices.
• Ability to communicate with patrons, supervisors, and the public.
• Ability to interpret circulation policies and procedures for the public.
• Ability to deal effectively with library patrons by telephone and in person.
• Ability to communicate clearly.
• Ability to use business mathematics and business English.
• Ability to understand oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work without close supervision.
• Ability to make decisions within the framework of stated policies and procedures.
• Ability to use judgment in performing library duties.
• Ability to type 35 correct words per minute.
• High school graduation or an acceptable equivalency diploma.
• One year of experience in clerical work; a comparable amount of training, education, or experience may be substituted.
• Ability to possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License.
• Acceptable eyesight, with or without correction.
• Acceptable hearing, with or without a hearing aid.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Ability to type at the prescribed rate of speed.
• Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer.

Responsibilities

• Assist at the circulation desk according to established procedures and provide circulation services to the public.
• Perform circulation duties related to automated circulation desk operations.
• Prepare and file circulation, financial, and other reports.
• Maintain the orderly flow of returned materials.
• Assist in searching for and recovering library materials.
• Monitor and replenish supplies from centralized stock for staff and patrons.
• Provide reader assistance and services to patrons under the direction of a professional Librarian.
• Assist with emergency support functions in the EOC during emergencies or other related emergency duties, as required.
• Perform other job-related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

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