Library Clerk

General Description

The D.R. Evarts Library is looking to hire a part-time (5-15 hours a week) Library Clerk. The Library Clerk will perform a broad range of tasks including, but not limited to, the following: creating/assisting with program planning and facilitation, library circulation and clerical procedures, and daily tasks as assigned.

This position requires a friendly, positive, and energetic personality coupled with creative and innovative thinking. The position requires a general understanding of child/ youth development, the ability to interact successfully with all age groups, and a desire to further local community connections. As a smaller community library, it is necessary that each staff member be willing to work as a team and perform multiple tasks with ease.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Creating, implementing and facilitating programs and events for the community (all age groups)
• Program and event prep work and planning (all age groups)
• Develop social media posts (Facebook and Twitter) and other advertising materials (flyers) for programs
• Circulation desk routines such as checking items in and out, searching the library catalog, collecting fines, shelving books according to library procedures, and maintain accurate patron statistics
• Assisting patrons in finding materials to match their reading interests
• Assisting patrons in the use of library resources including the internet, library materials, and programs
• Assisting with the positive promotion of library programs and services
• Shelving materials and keeping shelves neat and accessible
• General clerical work such as answering the telephone and routing calls/messages as necessary
• Performing opening and closing procedures as necessary
• Performing daily tasks to keep the overall library neat, clean, and organized
• Other duties as assigned

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Day shift
• On call
• Weekends only

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Customer Service: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person