Materials Handling Clerk I

Weber County•Ogden, UT

1d•$16 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

This is an entry-level, part time position that contributes directly to a positive customer experience through the timely organizing and shelving of returned library materials. This open recruitment will be used to fill current openings at library locations throughout Weber County. JOB OVERVIEW: As a member of the Library's program implementation team, under the supervision of the branch manager and the circulation manager, this employee contributes to the daily operations of the Library System by sorting and shelving materials; shelf-reading and shifting shelves to maintain ordered, safe condition; pulling materials to fill hold requests, inspecting newly returned materials for damage, and processing new materials to prepare them for checkout. This position may be assigned to the Library's technical services area or in the circulation area of any Library building.

Requirements

Knowledge of alphabetization and basic arithmetic.
Understanding of the relationships and responsibilities of Library divisions and buildings.
Understanding of Library mission and roles, and the general role of public libraries within a community.
Ability to communicate in more than one language preferred.
Ability to work methodically with strict attention to detail.
Ability to complete assigned tasks within established time frame.
Ability to work as a team member to accomplish results.
A commitment to public service and the ability to work effectively with a diverse patron base.
Ability to implement Library Board policies and procedures.
Education: Any
Experience: Previous library or retail customer service experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

Ability to communicate in more than one language preferred.
Previous library or retail customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Sort and shelve materials according to the Dewey Decimal Classification scheme and established Library procedure.
Process new materials for checkout.
Maintain Library shelves in ordered, neat condition through shifting and shelf-reading.
Locate and retrieve requested materials to fill hold requests.
Collate and clean returned materials to discover damage and maintain integrity of the collection
Uphold established mending/repair procedures for print/nonprint collections
Set up meeting venues for public events
Assist the public, on a limited basis, directing them to general resources, event locations, and service points within the building
Preserve safety, appearance, and condition of Library facilities and property
Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the listed examples include all duties which may be found in positions of this class.
Applicants must be prepared to demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.