Part-Time Library Clerk — Friendly Help, Evenings & Weekends

Dixon Public Library; Dixon (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The Dixon Public Library in Dixon, IL is seeking a Part-Time Library Clerk to support patrons, shelve and check in/out materials, and assist in the Adult and Youth Departments. The role emphasizes friendly, informed service in a value-driven community library setting.

The position offers evening and weekend shifts totaling about 10 hours per week, with supervision from the Library Director and senior staff.

Qualifications

• Two-year college degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Must be service-oriented and have a positive attitude toward the library and its patrons.
• Must have computer experience sufficient to adequately use automated library systems, as well as basic word processing and internet search skills.

Responsibilities

• Interact with members of the public and colleagues.
• Check in and out library materials.
• Respond to public inquiries in person or by telephone. This includes reader’s advisory and reference questions, using both print and online resources.
• Issue library cards.
• Manage and monitor public computer use.
• Provide assistance with library equipment (such as computers, copy machines and microfilm reader).
• Keep public areas orderly.
• Shelve, shelf read, straighten and dust materials collections, as necessary.
• Sanitize computer hardware/headphones/mouse pads as needed.
• Uphold patrons' constitutional and legal rights, abide by federal and state statutes, and implement board policies and library procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Positive attitude

Education

Two-year college degree or equivalent

Tools

Automated library systems

Word processing

Internet search skills

Job description

The Dixon Public Library in Dixon, IL is seeking a Part-Time Library Clerk to support patrons, shelve and check in/out materials, and assist in the Adult and Youth Departments. The role emphasizes friendly, informed service in a value-driven community library setting.

The position offers evening and weekend shifts totaling about 10 hours per week, with supervision from the Library Director and senior staff.