Substitute Bookmobile Outreach Clerk/Delivery Driver

Portage County District Library•Nelson Township, OH

12d

About The Position

The Substitute Bookmobile Outreach Clerk/Delivery Driver serves library patrons by performing circulation duties and delivering library materials. The role includes checking materials in and out, assisting patrons with holds and renewals, shelving and maintaining materials, and completing deliveries and pickups for Outreach Services, including Library Express. The position also involves maintaining the delivery van and participating in outreach promotion, meetings, workshops, training, and other assignments. Wages and terms of employment are covered by the collective bargaining agreement between the Portage County District Library and District 1199, SEIU. The schedule includes some evenings and weekends.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Ohio Driver’s License with a good driving record.
Basic computer skills and/or ability to learn such skills.
Good driving skills.
Knowledge of library practices and procedures and operation of automated library equipment.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in written and oral form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in a familiar context.
Ability to sort items into categories according to established methods.
Ability to lift and move books and other materials.
Ability to follow instructions in written, oral, and picture form.
Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and climb.
Ability to shelve books and move materials from one location to another.

Responsibilities

Check library materials in and out for patrons using the automated system.
Place holds and renew library materials for patrons.
Prepare reports as assigned.
Shelve library materials and read shelves as requested.
Perform general maintenance of library materials.
Deliver and pick up requested library materials daily for Outreach Services, including Library Express.
Wash the exterior of the delivery van and keep its interior neat and clean.
Refuel the vehicle.
Oversee vehicle tune-ups, oil needs, and other necessary repairs.
Participate in promoting Outreach Services to the public.
Attend staff meetings, workshops, and in-service training, and serve on committees as requested.
Perform additional duties as assigned.