What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Clerk II - Miller Library [City of Beaumont Employee's Only] position at City of Beaumont, TX?
Essential Job Functions : Performs any or all of the following tasks : checks out books; maintains appropriate record of borrower and date book is to be returned. Responsible for records indicating return of the above items including re-shelving and minor repairs; answers phones; provides information and assistance to the public on library hours, policy, correct use of card catalog, copy machine, locations of books; alphabetizes card catalog and patron's file; collects monies for fines, lost books, and reserves; types library card applications and overdue notices; prepares statistical reports and provides other clerical and library functions as requested.Other Job Functions : Performs other duties as required. Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.Must be available to work the schedule according to library hours.Knowledge : Knowledge of library techniques and procedures.Skills / Abilities : Ability to communicate effectively; ability to follow written and oral instructions; ability to operate equipment including cash register, adding machine, typewriter, and computer; ability to communicate with the public in a tactful and effective manner.Physical Requirements : Constantly sees, stands and walks; frequently cleans, climbs, sits, squats, stoops, twists body and carries, lifts, pulls or pushes objects weighing up to 25 lbs.; infrequently calculates, crawls, sorts, writes by hand or holds objects weighing up to 25 lbs.Education / Experience : Graduation from high school diploma or high school equivalency with some basic experience in typing.Data entry and library skill test administered. Applicant selected for hire will be subject to a background investigation and drug / alcohol screen test. The City of Beaumont provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, The City of Beaumont will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation or other assistance contact a Human Resources representative at (409) 880-3777 or through RELAY Texas at 1-800-735-2989 or mail your request to P.O. Box 3827, Beaumont, Texas 77704. The City may consider all related education and / or experience in determining the applicant's minimum qualifications and starting salary.
