Youth Services Clerk

Missouri River Regional Library • Jefferson City, MO

1d • $15 • Onsite

About The Position

Provides circulation and reference services to library patrons in the Youth Services Department and performs clerical and other routine tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Utilize good organization, communication and customer service skills.
• Communicate clearly and effectively.
• Work cooperatively with public and library staff.
• Adapt to changing and evolving Library procedures, priorities and information technologies.
• Work independently and be self-directed.
• Must have basic knowledge of operation of computers and be able to perform basic computer operations.
• High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
• Previous computer experience required.
• High degree of customer service skills to work with patrons of all ages, including special needs patrons and Library staff.
• Frequent bending, lifting, reaching and stooping to select and shelve library materials.
• Standing, sitting, and walking.
• Lifting and carrying, 25 pounds or less.

Nice To Haves

• Public service experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Provides circulation services by checking in and out materials and retrieving materials for patrons.
• Assists with maintenance of the Youth Services Department, including straightening, shelving materials, and shelf reading in assigned areas.
• Provides basic reference services by assisting patrons in locating items.
• Operates a cash register for all payment transactions.
• Answers library telephone and assists patrons by taking messages, renewing library materials, or transferring calls to appropriate departments or individuals.
• Assists with opening and closing the library.
• Attends and participates in department, committee, and library staff meetings and programs.
• May work in other service desk areas.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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