Flexible Part-Time Library Clerk & Patron Services

Gloucester County, VA; Gloucester (VA); On-site; USD 17,908 - 26,174; Part time

Job summary

Gloucester County Library is seeking a part-time Library Clerk to support circulation services at the Main and Point Branch locations. The role involves helping patrons check out materials, use computers, and access library databases, with some genealogical assistance.

Flexibility is required for evenings and weekends; duties include answering phones, registering patrons for programs, and light office tasks. High school diploma or GED and customer service experience are expected.

Qualifications

• Possession of a high school diploma/GED.
• One (1) year of experience in a customer service environment and some knowledge of Library services.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Performs tasks at the circulation desks.
• Assist patrons with the use of computers and other equipment including copiers and printers.
• Assists patrons with the use of library databases, online search engines, printing of documents and setting up new email accounts.
• Answers phones, in-person reference questions, and provides light genealogical research assistance.
• Assists patrons with reader services and inquiries regarding various topics.
• Registers patrons for library programs.
• May operate a County vehicle to retrieve and distribute inter-office mail, deposit monies, and transport library materials and supplies between County libraries.
• Continues training to keep up with current library trends.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Clerical tasks

Computer usage

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Library databases

Copiers/Printers

Email setup

Job description

Gloucester County Library is seeking a part-time Library Clerk to support circulation services at the Main and Point Branch locations. The role involves helping patrons check out materials, use computers, and access library databases, with some genealogical assistance.

Flexibility is required for evenings and weekends; duties include answering phones, registering patrons for programs, and light office tasks. High school diploma or GED and customer service experience are expected.