Public Library Clerk - Patron Services & Shelving

Fort Bend County; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Fort Bend County in Sugar Land is seeking a part-time Library Clerk to assist with patron inquiries, shelving materials, and circulation tasks. The role includes handling fines, processing deliveries, and maintaining orderly shelves across the library.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, strong computer and typing skills, and the ability to lift up to 25 lbs. Evening and weekend hours are likely, with 24 hours weekly commitment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Ability to understand and carry out instructions.
• Keyboard and typing skills.
• Good communication skills and the ability to communicate with staff and the public.
• Physical actions: bend, stoop, reach, stand, talk, listen and lift up to 25 lbs daily.
• Occasional sitting (varies by unit).
• Good vision: near and far, color/depth perception, peripheral vision.

Responsibilities

• Responds to patron inquiries by phone and in person.
• Shelves library materials, maintains shelf order.
• Charges/discharges library materials using an automated system.
• Receive, sort and process delivery items.
• Prepares items for the Hold Shelf.
• Reroutes circulation materials to other branches.
• Registers patrons; issues library cards.
• Collects fines and fees.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, Staff Development Day, committee meetings and training sessions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Keyboard and typing skills

Good communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Fort Bend County in Sugar Land is seeking a part-time Library Clerk to assist with patron inquiries, shelving materials, and circulation tasks. The role includes handling fines, processing deliveries, and maintaining orderly shelves across the library.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, strong computer and typing skills, and the ability to lift up to 25 lbs. Evening and weekend hours are likely, with 24 hours weekly commitment.