Library Circulation Clerk

Provo City Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Provo Recreation Center access

Free Provo City Library Card

25% discount on recreation memberships

Vendor discounts

Job summary

Provo City Library is seeking a part-time Library Circulation Clerk to perform customer service duties, process library cards, handle fines, input data, and greet patrons. The role involves cash handling, shelving, and simple repairs, with a focus on friendly public interaction.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, about 20 hours per week, evenings and weekends, and a drug screen/background check as part of the process.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Ability to read, spell, alphabetize, count, follow directions, and interact with the public.

Responsibilities

• Check in/out library materials and process card applications.
• Answer phones, accept fines, input data, and assist patrons.
• Assist staff and perform basic library material repairs and reshelving.

Skills

Customer service

Money handling

Public interaction

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Position Title

Library Circulation Clerk

Job Posting Closing Date: 09/30

The Circulation Division of the Provo City Library at Academy Square is looking for a part time Circulation Clerk to perform customer services tasks in support of the patrons frequenting the Library. Qualified, civic-minded individuals are encouraged to apply.

Job Details

What is the compensation?

Pay: $12.00 per hour. Payment will be by direct deposit.

Part-time Provo City employees are eligible to contribute to individual retirement savings plans through the City (401k, 457, Roth IRA, and/or Traditional IRA) and receive the following great benefits:

• a) free admission to the Provo Recreation Center, Peaks Ice Arena Public Skating, and Provo Shooting Sports Park;
• b) a free Provo City Library Card;
• c) a 25% discount on Provo Recreation Center memberships (direct family only);
• d) discounts from various local and national vendors.

What will I do?

Perform customer services tasks include checking in and out materials, accepting fines, answering phones, inputting computer data, processing library card applications, greeting and assisting children and adults with facility and material use, and handling money in a cashiering capacity. Reshelve books. Clean and perform simple repairs on library materials. Assist library staff as needed and perform other related work as required.

What requirements do I need to apply?

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

Ability to read, spell, alphabetize, count, follow directions, and interact with the public at a level sufficient to perform the duties of the position.

May also require ability to handle monies in a cashiering capacity and data input on computer terminal menus.

Library experience and strong public relations/customer service skills desired.

What are the hours?

Approximately 20-24 hours per week. Weeknights and weekends will be required. Specific schedule will be discussed at interview and may be subject to change.

What are the physical and environmental factors?

Requires bending, stretching, shelving books (on eight-foot shelves), pushing and pulling book carts that weigh up to 175-200 pounds, standing for up to four hours at a time, lifting up to 25 pounds, and dealing with the public in sometimes stressful situations.

What is the selection process?

Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted, with the first screening being held on October 1, 2026. Applicants must meet the minimum requirements listed above to be eligible for consideration. If selected for hire, candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

Why Provo City?

By planning growth thoughtfully and managing resources responsibly, we maintain a future for Provo that is vibrant, connected and welcoming for families, students, seniors, and business for generations to come. All of this makes Provo well-managed, friendly, economically vibrant, and livable for people at all stages of life.

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Part Time / Position Type

Part time

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 20

We appreciate your interest in Provo City employment. Provo has a wide range of jobs you can consider to start and build a fulfilling career serving your community. Opportunities are updated regularly, so check back frequently.

Provo City provides Equal Employment Opportunity under the law to all applicants and employees regarding all terms and conditions of employment regardless of sex, race, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristics. Provo City also adheres to Federal and State anti-discrimination law and will make reasonable accommodations during the application, selection, and employment process for individuals with disabilities unless those accommodations impose an undue hardship on the City.

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