Holds Clerk

Allen County Public Library; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discounts

Voluntary insurance options

Job summary

Allen County Public Library is seeking a Part-Time Holds Clerk for the Main Library. In this behind-the-scenes role, you will prepare holds, search for misplaced items, and keep materials organized so patrons have timely access to requested resources.

The position suits someone who is detail-oriented, reliable, and comfortable working independently during morning hours, Monday through Friday. This is a part-time opportunity with library community impact.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail.
• Comfortable working independently for much of your shift.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and organized.
• Basic computer skills.
• A friendly, service-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve and prepare hold items from throughout the building and storage areas.
• Search for missing or misplaced materials.
• Sort and organize items with accuracy and care.
• Help keep materials moving so patrons have timely access to what they're looking for.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Reliable

Organized

Basic computer skills

Customer service mindset

Job description

Do you enjoy quiet, focused work and being part of something that helps your community every day? Join our team as a Part-Time Holds Clerk at our Main Library.

In this behind-the-scenes role, you'll help make sure books and materials are ready and waiting for the people who need them. It's a great fit for someone who is organized, dependable, and comfortable working independently in our large downtown library during the morning hours.

What you'll do

• Retrieve and prepare hold items from throughout the building and storage areas
• Search for missing or misplaced materials
• Sort and organize items with accuracy and care
• Help keep materials moving so patrons have timely access to what they're looking for

What we're looking for

• Strong attention to detail
• Comfortable working independently for much of your shift
• Reliable, self-motivated, and organized
• Basic computer skills
• A friendly, service-oriented mindset

Part-time benefits include

• Paid Time Off (vacation and sick accrual)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts
• Voluntary insurance options

Schedule is Monday - Friday mornings (either 7:00-11:00 or 8:00-noon)

If you like steady, meaningful work and want to support a welcoming space for learning and connection, we'd love to have you on our team.