Circulation Library Clerk

Westside Library; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

Westside Library in Spartanburg is seeking a Circulation Library Clerk, Grade 14 at the Headquarters Library. The role focuses on customer service, circulation tasks, registration, and information assistance to patrons of all ages.

This part-time position requires 20 hours per week with Tue–Thu 4:00pm–8:15pm and every other weekend; flexibility for schedule changes may be needed. Apply with cover letter, application, and resume.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent with some clerical or public service experience.
• Creative, flexible, organized with good time management and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with library procedures and equipment; strong customer service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Provides exceptional customer service to all age groups in person, by phone, or electronically.
• Assists with circulation duties, library card registration, patron accounts and collection maintenance.
• Works with library software and automation programs; communicates ideas to supervisor.
• Performs readers’ advisory, information assistance, holds, and material handling.
• Supports department projects and daily workflow; monitors information channels and safety concerns.

Skills

Customer service

Public service

Time management

Communication skills

Technology literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Library software

PCs and Internet

Microsoft Office

Mobile devices

Job description

To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a cover letter, application, and resume.
*Internal candidates must apply online. Submit a cover letter and updated resume by October 5, 2026

POSTING DATE: September 21, 2026

JOB TITLE: Circulation Library Clerk, Grade 14

LOCATION: Headquarters Library

DATE AVAILABLE: November 1, 2026

SALARY: $995 (Includes some benefits)

HOURS: 20 hours per week

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 4:00pm - 8:15pm, and every other weekend(Saturday 9:30am - 5:15pm, Sunday 12:30pm - 5:15pm) (Note: Must be flexible toaccommodate schedule changes may be asked to work other times)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provides exceptional customer service to all age groups whileassisting patrons with questions in person, over the phone, orelectronically
• Assists with all circulation duties, library card registration,patron account services and collection maintenance
• Works with a variety of software and library automationprograms
• Communicates ideas and concerns to the supervisor
• Contributes to departmental meetings and departmental workflow bymaking suggestions and sharing ideas
• Regularly checks email, Intranet, and library website for newinformation
• Remains aware of security and safety concerns taking appropriateaction as needed
• Evaluates returned materials for damage, missing pieces, andoverall condition
• Performs basic readers’ advisory and information assistance,material retrieval and places hold requests
• Responsible for special department projects as assigned

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Any combination of education andexperience equivalent to graduation from high school and some clerical orpublic service experience
• Creative, flexible, and organized with good time managementskills, attention to detail, and strong work ethic
• General knowledge of the procedures, practices, and equipment of apublic library
• Comfortable and proficient using technology including experiencewith PCs, Internet, and Microsoft Office and mobile devices
• Knowledge of popular books, pop culture and current events
• Ability to alphabetize and arrange items numerically
• Excellentinterpersonal and customer service skills that display a positive attitude,cultural sensitivity, a sense of humor, and the ability to interact with peoplefrom all backgrounds and age groups
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks, take direction and work independentlyor in a team environment
• SCPLuses multi-factor authentication for network and program access. Employees maybe required to use their personal device for MFA.

The library accepts applications with cover letter and resume when a job position is available. Drug Testing is a partof the library’s hiring process. If you require any accommodations in applying for any position, please do nothesitate to ask. The Spartanburg County Public Library is proud to be tobacco free.