Circulation Clerk (Part-time)

Job Summary:

Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library is in search of a Circulation Clerk to work at Perkiomen Valley Library in Schwenksville. This position is responsible for providing outstanding public library service to patrons. It also supports the activities of Perkiomen Valley Library (a branch of MC-NPL) by staffing the public service desk, performing clerical tasks, and assisting the Branch Manager and other staff with projects and programming. As needed, the Circulation Clerk acts as substitute staff at the main library, bookmobiles, and branches. The ideal candidate must be self-motivated, have a positive attitude toward customer service, possess personal integrity, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work individually or on a team.

Benefits we provide:

• Starting wage of $16.05 per/hr
• Work Schedule: 16 hours per week
• Paid sick leave
• Credit Union
• Employee Assistance Program

About Us:

Our mission at Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library (MC-NPL) is to be a gateway to lifelong learning by providing convenient access to resources that inform, educate, entertain, and enrich people’s lives. MC-NPL has been fulfilling our mission for over 225 years. In addition to library services, we also serve as the district center that provides consultation, support and delivers items to all 34 libraries throughout Montgomery County Pennsylvania. In 2023 our main Library, bookmobile services, and four branches circulated over 682,902 items. MC-NPL is committed to serving our communities by providing them with sources of information, entertainment, and knowledge within our libraries and outside of our library walls.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous work experience of 0–4 years.
• Good organizational ability.
• Good reading and filing skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to deal effectively and pleasantly with the public.
• Good workstation computer literacy.

Potential employment is contingent on submitting the results of the following background checks: PA State Police Criminal History, PA Child Abuse History Clearance, and FBI Criminal Background Check. Completion of PA State Mandated Reporter Training within 30 days of hire is also required.

Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.05 per hour

Expected hours: 16 per week

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Schwenksville, PA 19473 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Schwenksville, PA 19473: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16