Library Circulation Clerk I — Flexible, Customer-Focused

Mentor Public Library; Mentor (OH); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Mentor Public Library is seeking a Circulation Clerk I for a 32-hour-per-week, grade 3, bargaining unit position starting at $12.75 per hour. The role includes mornings, daytimes, two or more evenings per week, plus Saturdays and Sundays.

Posting closes Friday, October 23, 2026 at 12:00pm. The Circulation Clerk I handles check-ins, check-outs, holds, renewals, and related tasks in a busy library, with supervision by the Circulation Services Manager or designee.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience working with the public preferred. May require a valid Ohio driver’s license.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills essential for public library setting.
• Ability to learn library cataloging and circulation software and perform basic keyboarding.

Responsibilities

• Performs circulation and borrowing services for patrons – check-ins, check-outs, holds, renewals, transfers, and related duties.
• Interprets library loan policies and assists patrons with questions and holds.
• Resolves patron issues regarding fines, fees, and overdue items, referencing senior staff as needed.
• Performs clerical tasks for other departments and handles routine patron records.
• Answers patron inquiries in person and by phone; processes requests and renewals.

Skills

Clear communication

Friendly demeanor

Confidential records

Library procedures

Keyboard 30 wpm

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Mentor Public Library is seeking a Circulation Clerk I for a 32-hour-per-week, grade 3, bargaining unit position starting at $12.75 per hour. The role includes mornings, daytimes, two or more evenings per week, plus Saturdays and Sundays.

Posting closes Friday, October 23, 2026 at 12:00pm. The Circulation Clerk I handles check-ins, check-outs, holds, renewals, and related tasks in a busy library, with supervision by the Circulation Services Manager or designee.