Circulation Assistant

Chester County Library System; Chester (Delaware County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

The Phoenixville Public Library is seeking a part-time Circulation Assistant to support daily library operations at the circulation desk. You will check materials in/out, process renewals, and help manage holds for patrons, reporting to the Circulation Manager.

Responsibilities include assisting patrons, handling basic transactions, updating cards, and performing clerical tasks related to the processing and circulation of library materials. Experience in a library is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; some college preferred.
• Basic office skills (typing, filing, phones).
• Experience in a library with computerized systems preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Check materials in/out and renew materials.
• Reserve materials and manage holds routing.
• Issue new patron cards and update existing cards.
• Assist patrons with finding materials and reader's advisory; handle basic reference queries.
• Greet patrons and perform clerical tasks related to circulation and processing.

Skills

Customer service

Office skills

Library experience

Computers / MS Office

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Some college preferred

Job description

Title: Part-time Circulation Assistant

Summary / Main Purpose of Job :The Phoenixville Public Library is a non-profit organization with the mission of providing access to educational, cultural, and recreational resources for the community it serves. The library is currently seeking part-time circulation assistant who will report to the Circulation Manager. Part-time circulation assistants are responsible for performing all circulation duties in a timely, efficient manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and have excellent customer service and

• Check materials in/out/renew materialso Reserve materialso Issues new patron cards/updates cardso Manages the routing of Holds
• Handle financial transactions accurately. Performs all opening/closing procedures in work area/public areas Performs basic reference work or refers it to senior staff in charge Assisting patrons with finding library materials, providing reader's advisory, answering basic computer queries, and monitoring appropriate use of the facility. Inspect returned materials for damage. Greets, direct, and provide information to library customers and performs a variety of clerical tasks related to the processing, sorting and circulation of library materials.
• Respond to incoming telephone calls and provide basic assistance with directional, instructional and informational inquiries at the circulation desks and public workstations. Keep abreast of all system changes and improvements. Keep pace with all library policies, staff meeting minutes and changes in Procedure Manual. Attend online educational programs for staff development as requested or assigned by the Circulation Manager. Other duties assigned as needed.

Qualifications/Requirements High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED), some college preferred. Basic office skills (typing, filing, answering phones, etc.). Previous experience working in library with computerized systems (preferred). Basics knowledge and use of computers, e-mail, and the internet. Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Physical Demands:While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit; walk; stand; bend at the waist while working; kneel, stoop, crouch or squat; talk or hear; handle and lift up to 25 pounds; push a cart of books that weighs up to 125 pounds; and sit at a computer terminal for up to 4 hours at a time. Occasionally, the employee will need to work with arms above shoulders or reach above shoulder height. The specific vision requirements for this position are as follows:

Close vision. Ability to read and alphabetize and place items in numeric order.

The following background checks are required: Pennsylvania State Police Request for Criminal Records Check Department of Public Welfare Child Abuse History Clearance Federal Criminal History Record Information

Hours:Tuesday from 2 PM to 8 PMThursdays from 2 PM to 5 PMFirst Saturday of every month 9 AM to 5 PMOccasional fifth Saturday 9 AM to 5 PM

Salary: $15/hour

The Phoenixville Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious belief, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information or any other category protected by the law.