Library Circulation Clerk - Customer-Focused

Erie County, Pennsylvania; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Erie County Public Library, Blasco Library in Erie, PA, is seeking a part-time Library Clerk to provide efficient circulation and patron services.

The role includes working rotating Saturdays and up to two evenings per week, handling transactions, assisting patrons with equipment, and maintaining the catalog and databases.

Starting pay is $12.81 per hour with a 20-hour work week; candidates must meet minimum requirements and pass a background check.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must type at least 30 WPM with accuracy.
• Must lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Reliable transportation to off-site locations at any scheduled time.
• Must be able to work rotating Saturdays and up to two evenings per week.

Responsibilities

• Provide circulation and patron assistance; maintain circulation database.
• Assist patrons with equipment and software use.
• Process holds, renewals, and deposits.
• Handle cash register transactions and daily deposits.
• Explain library policies and register patrons for library cards.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Team player

Technology literacy

Cash handling

Typing 30 WPM

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Polaris LEAP

Job description

Erie County Public Library, Blasco Library in Erie, PA, is seeking a part-time Library Clerk to provide efficient circulation and patron services.

The role includes working rotating Saturdays and up to two evenings per week, handling transactions, assisting patrons with equipment, and maintaining the catalog and databases.

Starting pay is $12.81 per hour with a 20-hour work week; candidates must meet minimum requirements and pass a background check.