Library Clerk (Circulation) (Part-time)

Lincoln Intermediate Unit 12- Special Projects; Yorktown (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid holidays and paid leave

Job summary

The County of York seeks a paraprofessional to support library services in a busy circulation environment. Responsibilities include checking materials in/out, registering patrons, updating records, and handling fines with accuracy and courtesy.

The role involves assisting patrons, operating library equipment, and maintaining daily reports. Applicants should have a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and the ability to lift up to 25 pounds; training and supervision of peers may be

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• General knowledge of PCs, Windows, MS Office and the Internet.
• Ability to assist patrons in a tactful and courteous manner.
• Some knowledge of record keeping and reporting.
• Capacity to lift up to 25 pounds and perform light physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Check library materials in and out and register patrons.
• Update patron records and prepare daily automated reports.
• Collect overdue fines and fees; count money in cash drawers.
• Answer telephone inquiries and route to appropriate officials.
• Assist patrons with library equipment and hold requests.
• Read shelves, pull items, and assist with shelving as needed.
• Supervise pages and community service workers when supervisor is unavailable.
• Close and secure the building at the end of the day.

Skills

Clerical skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Description

Responsible for performing paraprofessional responsibilities in assigned area. Performs a variety of clerical tasks in assisting library patrons and maintaining library materials and records including checking library materials in and out, collecting overdue fines, shelving materials, and providing limited reference assistance to library patrons.

Description

Responsible for performing paraprofessional responsibilities in assigned area. Performs a variety of clerical tasks in assisting library patrons and maintaining library materials and records including checking library materials in and out, collecting overdue fines, shelving materials, and providing limited reference assistance to library patrons.
Job responsibilities may include any of the following, depending on the incumbent’s functional assignment. This is not meant to be an exhaustive list of job functions, but a representative sample of the type and level of work that is expected in this position.
Performs a variety of tasks at the circulation division, including checking library materials in and out, registering patrons, updating patron’s records, preparing daily automated reports; and collecting overdue fines and fees; counts money in cash drawers.
Answers telephone and receive inquiries, providing information or referring caller to proper officials, as appropriate.
Takes requests for reserved materials; acts on computer report of outdated "hold" requests; contacts patrons regarding items returned with missing materials or damages to returned materials; applies determined charges to patron’s record.
Assist patrons in use of library equipment, such as computers, copiers, and other equipment.
Collects money for Friends of the Library items; collects money from copiers; performs a daily count report.
Reads shelves; collects requested items and pulls expired holds.
Assists with statistical record keeping.
Assists with training and supervision of less experienced workers.
Oversees pages and community service workers when supervisor is unavailable.
Closes and locks building at the end of the workday.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.
This job is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment checks to include criminal history and background checks.

Supplemental Information

General knowledge of PCs, Windows, MS Office products, and the Internet.
General knowledge of standard office practices and procedures.
General knowledge of basic mathematics to include addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
General knowledge of business English, depending on the particular assignment.
Some knowledge of procedures and practices common to a public library system.
Some knowledge of record keeping and reporting.
Attention to detail.
Ability to assist patrons in a tactful and courteous manner both in person and on the telephone.

Physical Demands

Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including computers, typewriters, copiers, calculators, etc. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally, and to push library carts frequently. There is frequent stooping and bending involved. There is some climbing onto step stools when shelving materials. Standing is frequent when at the circulation desk. Gripping is involved when writing with pen or pencil and when using mouse while on the computer.

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The County of York offers a comprehensive benefit package to include deferred compensation, employee assistance program, paid holidays and paid leave.

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