Collection and Technical Services Clerk St. Cloud-HQ, #2026-49

Great River Regional Library; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Great River Regional Library is seeking a Collection & Technical Services Clerk to find and track requested library materials and prepare them for checkout. You will support librarians, search materials online, update catalogs, repair items, handle mail, and maintain supplies while ensuring accuracy and timely processing.

Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic library setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Computer skills to use email, research online, enter data.
• Ability to do routine work and follow instructions.
• Ability to complete manual and repetitive tasks accurately and neatly.
• Effective communication skills, written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Searches, tracks and requests materials online.
• Helps keep library materials and the catalog up to date.
• Supports the librarians by locating online reviews about requested materials and evaluating donated materials.
• Sends notices to patrons or other libraries regarding unreturned materials.
• Receives and prepares new library materials for patron use.
• Repairs damaged library materials.
• Processes incoming and outgoing mail.
• Fills supply requests for the region and maintains a supply inventory.

Skills

Organizational skills

Data entry

Email proficiency

Online research

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Manual tasks

Time management

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Collection & Technical Services Clerk finds and tracks requested library materials for patrons, prepares and repairs library materials for patrons to check out.

The following are the regular duties for this position. These duties are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned based on the needs of GRRL.

1. Searches, tracks and requests materials online.
2. Helps keep library materials and the catalog up to date.
3. Supports the librarians by locating online reviews about requested materials and evaluating donated materials.
4. Sends notices to patrons or other libraries regarding unreturned materials.
5. Receives and prepares new library materials for patron use.
6. Repairs damaged library materials.
7. Processes incoming and outgoing mail.
8. Fills supply requests for the region and maintains a supply inventory.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Computer skills to use email, research online, enter data
• Ability to do routine work and follow instructions
• Ability to complete manual and repetitive tasks accurately and neatly
• Effective communication skills, written and verbal

A successful candidate will have:

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Enjoy working with people from diverse backgrounds
• Organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills
• Ability to self-direct and work as a team member
• Ability to meet deadlines and follow instructions
• Ability to foster positive working relationships and an inclusive workplace
• A desire to learn and develop skills and abilities
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changes

Our commitment to growth:

GRRL is committed to helping our future and present staff develop preferred knowledge, skills and abilities.