Library Clerk

Wichita Public Schools•Wichita, KS

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Performs a wide variety of duties in the library some of which are confidential in nature. Works directly with students and staff within the library.

Requirements

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written
Possess excellent team skills
Adequate understanding of library processes
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to be detail oriented
Intermediate computer proficiency and the ability to effectively use Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, which will be determined and validated by testing
Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of equipment such as computers, printers, copiers, laminators, etc.
Ability to solve complex problems using research, analyzing, and previous precedent for similar problems
Ability to provide the highest level customer service
Ability to work independently to complete tasks in a timely manner
Ability to work cooperatively in a team situation
Ability to perform a variety of tasks, change assignments on short notice, perform effectively under deadlines and work in a calm efficient manner
Displays eagerness and the ability to learn new methods, procedures, and techniques
Gives the highest priority to achieving accuracy
Enjoy working with young people
Maintain confidentiality of all records, information, and situations
Regular attendance is important
Displays a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality
Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance
Knowledge of company's mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them
High School Diploma or GED required

Nice To Haves

A minimum of 6 months experience working with children preferred
A minimum of 6 months experience working in an office environment preferred

Responsibilities

Performs the full range of circulation desk procedures using our automated circulation system; Destiny
Generate reports, produce fine and lost item notices, have the ability to maintain student and staff records and the knowledge of how to successfully update their information if there is an error on their record, college funds, for fines and overdue materials
Check-in new resources that have been ordered and received; process new material, based on district guidelines, so that it is ready to be shelved; inventory the collection as directed by Library Media Services using the scanner and Destiny system
Possess knowledge of the Dewey Decimal System and be able to sort and shelve materials and keep the items on the shelves in the correct order
Basic research skills needed to teach students and staff how to access materials and information
Maintain a list of needed supplies and resources that can be used when ordering
Work with teachers and staff to establish the library schedule
Assist students and staff in locating resources in the library and the use of online resources
Knowledge of basic requirements for a research paper in an effort to provide assistance to the classroom teacher
Help monitor students using the library
Maintain a system of communication and effective relationships with other staff and students, including a basic knowledge of Microsoft Outlook
Compiles a variety of statistics concerning library usage and book circulation and maintain library records accurately and in a timely fashion
Maintain, troubleshoot and repair technical issues with copiers, printers, computers, projectors, SMARTboard, etc. that are located in the Library Media Center
Conduct or assist with the book fair by collecting money and/or assisting patrons, setting up and dismantling the displays
Continually look to update technical knowledge by participating in professional development opportunities and reading technical magazines and websites, maintaining professional learning networks
Willingness to learn and teach others new computer teaks such as Excel, Word, Web 2.0 resources, Google Tools, and other reference sites such as Citation Machine
Assists with additional duties as assigned.