Public Library Clerk I — Front Desk & Community Support

Paylocity; Ocean Springs (MS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Ocean Springs Municipal Library in Ocean Springs, MS, is seeking a Clerk I to staff the public service desk, assist customers, and support programs and displays. You will help with circulation, reference services, and computer use, working in a friendly, energetic team.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent, strong communication, and the ability to manage materials and assist as PIC when scheduled. Probation and routine evaluations ensure ongoing performance standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year paid full-time office/public contact work experience.
• Computer/Internet skills.
• Ability to place items in correct alphabetical order and numerical sequence.
• Effective written & oral communication skills.
• Must be physically capable of standing for long periods, lift up to 25 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license and transportation.

Responsibilities

• Staff the public service desk.
• Answer telephone.
• Answer in-house requests for information from customers of all ages.
• Assist customers in selecting materials and locating information resources.
• Perform tasks related to patron registration and automated circulation, interlibrary loan, holds, reference services, and other public services.
• Assist customers using the OPAC and bibliographic tools.
• Assist customers in using public computers and library resources.
• Maintain collections through weeding, shelf reading, and shelving.
• Stay up to date on adult best-sellers and adult literature.
• Develop knowledge of children’s literature.
• Recommend titles for purchase to Branch Manager.
• Serve as Person-in-Charge (PIC) as required; handle patron issues per policies.
• Assist with preparation of programs, displays, and exhibits.
• Review policies and training manuals.
• Provide courteous, energetic service at all times.
• AttendBranch/System meetings and training, including overnight travel if required.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Organized

Tech-savvy

Leadership (PIC)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

OPAC

Library databases

Job description

Ocean Springs Municipal Library in Ocean Springs, MS, is seeking a Clerk I to staff the public service desk, assist customers, and support programs and displays. You will help with circulation, reference services, and computer use, working in a friendly, energetic team.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent, strong communication, and the ability to manage materials and assist as PIC when scheduled. Probation and routine evaluations ensure ongoing performance standards.