Library Clerk - Part-Time

JOB TITLE: Library Clerk
DEPARTMENT: Library
STATUS: Part-Time-(50% of Full Time), schedule of 19-20 hours per week. See below the tentative schedule based on and around business needs under HOURS.  
STARTING SALARY:  The starting salary for this position is $18.84 hourly. 


JOB OBJECTIVES:

A Library Clerk is responsible for all duties for maintaining circulation, including the checking out of materials, checking in and reshelving return materials, data entry, and assisting with other library operations as directed.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of those specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

• Answer and direct phone calls for patrons.
• Answer questions from the public in person, over the phone, and electronically. 
• Assist patrons in operating copy machine, Public Access Catalog (computer), fax machine, and self-checkout.
• Reserve requested materials using the Horizon terminals, and notify the patron on when the material is available.
• Assist computer lab patrons with general questions about computer use.
• Register new library patrons on the Horizon automated system, issue and collect fees for replacement cards, and provide information about library rules and services.
• Check out library materials and collect library fines. 
• Shelf reading, shelf maintenance, and empty book drop return.
• Assist in sorting mail and distributing to appropriate departments.
• Check-in library materials, re-sensitize and shelf library materials.  
• Add check-in notes for damaged materials.
• Assist in checking in newspapers daily and distributing for patron use. Notify Library Automation Supervisor if any are not received daily/monthly.
• Assist in moving magazines yearly, and newspapers monthly.
• Assist in processing video and audio materials, compact discs, mending same, and maintaining the collection.
• Assist with the delivery process.
• Assist in sorting mail and distributing to appropriate departments.
• Reliable, predictable attendance and punctuality.
• Comply with all rules and policies in order to maintain a safe work environment.
• Other duties, as assigned or apparent.

Access to Not Public Data:

The incumbent may encounter not public data in the course of these duties. Any access to not public data should be strictly limited to accessing the data that are necessary to fulfill the employment responsibility. While data are being accessed, incumbent should take reasonable measures to ensure the not public data are not accessed by individuals without a work reason. Once the work reason to access the data is reasonably finished, incumbent must properly store the not public data according to the provisions Ch. 13.

If a new work assignment requires access to not public data, the incumbent is permitted to access not public data for the work assignment purposes only. Any access to not public data must be strictly limited to the data necessary to complete the work assignment and after the assignment is completed, the employee's work assignment no longer requires access.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT HIRE:
Education
High school diploma or G.E.D.

Experience

• Proficient clerical and office skills, with general typing ability and computer skills.  
• Ability to serve/assist pleasantly and effectively library patrons (including people of all social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds) and situations.
• General knowledge of library resources, materials, and procedures.
• Good reading ability and some breadth of general knowledge. 
• Ability to deal pleasantly and effectively with all types of library patrons and situations.

Licenses and Other Requirements: 
None.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, & QUALITIES AT HIRE 

• Ability to pay attention to detail in all aspects of work.
• Ability to follow directions or take direction from supervisors.
• Ability to be self-motivated.
• Must be able to lift 30 lbs. (see also physical demands below).

PREFERRED / DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Experience

• Previous paid work experience as a Library Clerk or closely related position in a library.
• Previous volunteer work in a library.
• Previous paid work experience as a customer service representative, front desk clerk, help desk, or closely related position.
• Previous experience in a position providing direct customer service to children.

PREFERRED DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, & QUALITIES

• General knowledge of library resources, materials, and procedures.
• General proficiency in using Microsoft Word.
• General proficiency in performing internet searches.
• Ability to clearly explain to others how to use/operate e-books.
• Knowledgeable of children's literature and trends.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Indoors 99% of work time.  Exposure to basic office, computer, and audio/visual equipment. Works with and around others constantly.

HOURS
Seeking a part-time employee with scheduling flexibility to work a regular schedule of 19-20 hours per week, to include 2 nights a week (Tues/Wed) and every other Saturday (Option 1)
Or willing to work 2 nights (4-8 pm) and 1 day shift (9-1) and every Saturday (9-4) (Option 2).  

OPTION #1 (Rotating every other Saturday) 

Week 1                                                Week 2                       

Mon: 10-2 (4 hours)                             Mon: OFF                                                          

Tue: 4-8 (4 hours)                               Tue: 4-8 (4 hours) 

Wed: 4-8 (4-hours)                              Wed 4-8 (4 hours) 

Thur: 9-1 (4-hours)                               Thur: 4-8 (4-hours) 

Fri: 10-2  (4 hours)                               Fri: OFF                                                 

Sat: OFF                                              Sat: 9-4 (7 hours)             

20 hours--total 19 hours --total  

OPTION #2- to work every Sat 9-4
Mon: OFF
Tue: 4-8 (4 hours) 
Wed: 4-8 (4 hours) 
Thur: 9-1 (4 hours)

Fri: OFF
EVERY SAT: 9-4 (7 hours) 
19 hours—total
  
Physical Demands can involve, but are not limited to:

Amount Lifted:
Amount Lifted Up to 30 lbs.: Constant; Amount Lifted 21 to 50 lbs.: Occasional; Amount Lifted 31 lbs. to 40 lbs.: Occasional; Amount Lifted 41 to 50 lbs.: Occasional; Amount Lifted 51 to 101 lbs.:  Not Present
Amount Pushed or Pulled:
Amount Pushed or Pulled Up to 50 lbs.:  Frequent; Amount Pushed or Pulled 51 to 100 lbs.: Rare; Amount Pushed or Pulled 101 lbs.:  Not Present 
Vision:
Near & Far Vision:  Constant; Depth & Field of Vision: Constant; Color:  Constant
Contact with Others:
Works Alone:  Rare; Works With, Around Others & Customer/Public Contact: Constant; Clients with Behavior Challenges:  Rare
Communications:
Talking, Hearing, & Reading:  Constant; Sitting & Standing:  Frequent  
Basic Body Positions:
Walking/Moving About: Constant; Climbing:  Occasional; Balancing:  Not Present; Crouching & Kneeling:  Frequent; Crawling: Rare
Motor Skills:
Handling, Grasping & Using Fingers:  Constant; Reaching & Feeling:  Constant; Driving:  Occasional
Exposures To:
Mechanical, Moving & Electrical Equipment:  Frequent; Pressurized & Burning Material Equipment:  Not Present; Explosive & Radiant Energy :  Not Present; Heights:  Not Present; Fumes/Odors, Gases & Dirt/Dust : Not Present
Environmental:
Inside: Constant; Outside:  Frequent; Confined :  Not Present; Extreme Hot & Cold:  Not Present; Wet: Not Present; Noise & Vibration:  Not Present
Infectious Diseases and/or Body Fluids: Rare
Shift & Extended Day: Occasional

Note: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, communicate, or hear; occasionally required to walk; must be able to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing up to thirty pounds. The employee must be able to load, move, and unload mobile book trucks that weigh between 75 and 125 pounds. Vision and hearing at or correctable to normal ranges. Physical requirements may also include setting up the physical space for the programs, moving library furniture to accommodate seating, arranging chairs and tables for performances, returning the space to its original order following the programs, and/or driving with a valid driver's license.

See also the Physical and Environmental Factors Form.

EXAMPLES OF EQUIPMENT USED
Book carts, book drop, computer, printer, paper cutter, copy machine, and other office equipment, library material check-in/out stations, Public Access Catalog (computer), fax machine, and self-checkout.

OTHER
Receive anniversary step increases for earning a potential of $23.93 hourly. In addition, receive annual cost-of-living adjustments (COLA) per the current Collective Bargaining Agreement. 

*Douglas County contributes to a (PERA) pension plan. Douglas County is also a qualified Employer for the Public Sector Loan Forgiveness Program. 
The Library is closed and observes the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Veterans’ Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving (in place of Columbus Day), Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, 


Supervision Received: Works under the general supervision of the Youth Librarian and Circulation Clerk Supervisor/Adult.
Supervision Exercised: None.
Labor Group: Non-Union.
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt.
Grade: 3
EEO Job Category: Paraprofessional
Work Comp Code: 8810

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.

Revised: 1/25.

Salary : $19 - $24