Library Clerk/Passport Agent Part-Time

LaGrange Association Library is looking for an enthusiastic, customer-service oriented individual to join our friendly team as a part-time Library Clerk and Passport Agent.

Responsibilities include:

• checking materials in and out for patrons at the front desk
• assisting library users in person and via telephone with information requests and reader’s advisory
• assisting library users with basic computer usage, printing, faxing, and copying
• answering the phone and directing calls appropriately
• explaining and enforcing library policies and procedures with patrons as needed
• shelving/shelf reading as needed
• other projects as assigned

Online training to become a Passport Agent will be provided and those duties include processing new passports, carefully checking personal documents, and taking passport photos.

This position is Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 2:00pm-8:00pm plus every other Saturday 9:00am-2:00pm. Salary is $15.00 per hour with three (3) flex days upon hiring; sick, vacation, and personal days upon one (1) year anniversary.

Requirements: Graduation from high school or possession of a GED or higher, United States Citizenship (mandatory for Passport Agents), excellent customer service and communication skills, basic computer proficiency, the ability to multi-task, and the physical ability to bend, stretch, kneel, and lift up to 40 pounds. The ideal candidate should enjoy working with the public, have a good sense of humor, have an interest in reading and movies, be able to function independently and as part of a busy library team, and maintain the confidentiality of patron information. Prior library experience is a plus.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person