Part-Time Library Circulation Clerk

Royal Oak, MI; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 16,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Royal Oak Public Library seeks a Part-Time Library Aide to support Access Services. This role involves public service at the circulation desk, processing check-ins and check-outs, issuing library cards, and handling payments.

Schedule is 26 hours per week with evenings and weekends; flexibility is required. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, library experience preferred, and library technical training or college exposure is desirable.

Qualifications

• Excellent public service skills.
• Excellent organization skills with filing ability.
• Computer and keyboarding competency.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions.
• Dependability, energy, self-motivation and positive attitude.
• Ability to stand for long periods and maneuver materials.

Responsibilities

• Public service at the circulation desk including checking in/out items.
• Collecting fines and issuing library cards.
• Using the cash register and handling credit card transactions.
• Data entry, document production and filing.
• Maintain supplies inventory and shelving accuracy.
• Retrieve, shelve and search for materials as needed.

Skills

Public service

Organization

Computer skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Dependability

Flexibility

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma

Library tech degree / some college

Job description

Royal Oak Public Library seeks a Part-Time Library Aide to support Access Services. This role involves public service at the circulation desk, processing check-ins and check-outs, issuing library cards, and handling payments.

Schedule is 26 hours per week with evenings and weekends; flexibility is required. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, library experience preferred, and library technical training or college exposure is desirable.