Patron Services Coordinator

Carol Stream Public LibraryCarol Stream, IL
$16 - $18Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time, IMRF and VSP vision insurance eligible, 25 hours/ week supervisory position that requires availability to work evening and weekend shifts. This position accrues Sick and Vacation time monthly, and receives 2 paid holidays and 2 Floating Holidays annually. Direct the workflow of the department and delegate a variety of clerical tasks while performing the responsibilities of a Patron Services Clerk.

Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Two years public library Patron Services department experience preferred
  • Two years customer service experience
  • Strong customer service orientation
  • Ability to handle cash and credit transactions
  • Ability to interpret and execute detailed procedures
  • Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
  • Aptitude to direct others in their work
  • Attention to detail, accuracy and organization
  • Works collaboratively as a member of a team and independently with minimal direction
  • Uses verbal, written and electronic communication effectively
  • Proficient in using a personal computer and office productivity software
  • Applies creative problem-solving to a variety of situations

Responsibilities

  • Assist in training and coaching Patron Services Clerks and Materials Clerks
  • Resolve customer disagreements positively
  • Issue Special Borrowing Accounts
  • Examine, and appropriately route, materials for review
  • Maintain billing for damaged and unreturned materials within the Library and the SWAN consortium
  • Analyze report data for problem solving with patron accounts and circulated materials
  • Serve as Team Leader which includes handling patron concerns, managing emergencies and opening and closing of the facility
  • Balance cash drawer
  • Facilitate meeting room reservation requests
  • Other duties as assigned

Benefits

  • IMRF
  • VSP vision insurance
  • Sick and Vacation time accrual
  • 2 paid holidays annually
  • 2 Floating Holidays annually
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