Library Clerk- Part-time

City of El Segundo • El Segundo, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Under direct supervision, performs basic library support work at main and satellite libraries. This is a part-time non-benefited position working up to 18 hours per week, including evenings and weekends. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill other vacancies as they occur. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately as this recruitment is open on a continuous basis and may close at any time. The first review of applications will be completed on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Applications received after Wednesday, June 10, 2026, may not be considered.

Requirements

• Basic practices of library operations
• Typical office equipment, including personal computer and standard office computer programs including word processing applications
• English composition, grammar and punctuation
• Operating typical office equipment, including personal computer and standard office computer programs including word processing applications
• Alphabetizing and numerically sorting materials
• Presenting ideas and concepts orally and in writing
• Following oral and written instructions and procedures
• Utilizing public relations techniques in responding to inquiries and complaints
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other department staff, other City employees and the public
• Six (6) months of general library, general office, public contact or related experience
• Graduation from high school or GED

Responsibilities

• Checks library materials out and in; issues library cards and updates library patron records
• Shelves books
• Enters and verifies data in a computerized system and prepares periodic standard reports from provided data
• Collects fines and fees at the counter
• Answers telephone calls, routes calls and takes messages
• Renews books by phone
• Prepares new patron packets
• Assists with moving furniture for programming and meeting setup

What This Job Offers

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