Clerk

State; Haverhill (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Haverhill Public Library in Haverhill, MA, is seeking a part-time Clerk to support circulation and Youth Services, with evening and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities include checkouts, checkins, renewals, patron registrations, holds, and fines collection, plus occasional Youth Services duties. The role emphasizes courteous public service and accuracy in a busy library environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (some flexibility).
• Previous library experience, 1-3 years preferred but not required.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform circulation duties: checkouts, checkins, renewals, registrations, holds, and fines collection.
• Work at Circulation and Youth Services desks with occasional Youth Services shifts.
• Represent the library in a pleasant, helpful manner.

Skills

People skills

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Typing

Fast learner

Tact and judgment

Independent work

Time management

Education

BA/BS

Job description

Clerk, Haverhill Public Library (Haverhill)

Excellent opportunity for scaling back to part time orsomeone looking for an introduction to library services.

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs all duties related to the circulation of librarymaterials including checkouts, checkins, renewals, patronregistration, reserves, and collection of fines and fees atboth the Circulation and Youth Services desks. Will havesome regular Youth Services shifts, predominately nights andweekends. Represents the library in a pleasant and helpfulmanner in all aspects of work.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Works under the supervision of the Head of Circulation,receives direction from other Department Heads andAdmin

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

None. May occasionally provide guidance to volunteers.

Qualifications

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the essential functions of this job, theemployee is regularly required to bend and stoop; stand andwalk on a frequent basis; lift and/or move objects weighingup to 50 pounds; must be able to effectively communicatewith the public.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors Degree (some flexibility)

Previous library experience, 1-3 years preferred but notrequired

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND DESIRABLE ABILITIES:

• 1. Ability to meet people easily and get along well withothers.
• 2. Ability to express oneself clearly, concisely andpleasantly in the English language both orally, in personand over the phone, and in writing.
• 3. Ability to handle minute detail and repetitivetasks.
• 4. Accurate typing and word processing skills.
• 5. Ability to learn new skills quickly.
• 6. Ability to handle situations with tact, courtesy,initiative, resourcefulness, good judgment andpunctuality.
• 7. Ability to work independently and with minimalsupervision.
• 8. Ability to work quickly and efficiently, meetdeadlines, and stay organized.

SCHEDULE

Part Time, 12-15 hours per week, will include eveningsand weekends; opportunity to work Sunday shifts for overtimetime and a half pay.

Full/Part Time

Part Time

Education

BA/BS

Salary Range

$18.00- $21.00/hour

Salary Notes

Depends on experience

Closing Date

Open until filled, priority given to applications received by October 23rd.