Library Circulation Clerk

City of Jacksonville, Texas Position Description

Job Title: Library Circulation Clerk (Part Time)

Department: Library (700)

Reports To: Library Circulation Supervisor

Positions Supervised: None

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Grade: H03

Education and Experience

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.

• Education: High School diploma or GED.
• Experience: One-year previous experience required, cash handling & customer service.
• Certifications: None required.
• Licensing: Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License, with a clear driving record.
• Residency: None
• Worksite/Schedule: Average of 19 hours a week, Monday through Sunday, morning, and evening shifts.

Summary

Work the Circulation Desk to check books and other materials in and out; wait on patrons; answer questions; find books or materials requested.

Essential Job Functions

• Offer assistance to patrons interested in checking resources in and out, assessing resources, and participating in activities supported by the library. Help patrons find books, materials and use library computers, copier, microfilm/fiche reader, etc.
• Check accounts for fines, accept payments, provide receipt for any payments that are made and receipt for items that are being checked out. Check condition of items that have been returned, putting items in/out of quarantine.
• Maintaining stacks. Shelving books. Shelf reading of call numbers for accuracy of placement. Making sure books, movies, and resources are in order and aligned appropriately for presentation.
• Reference calls and inquiries. Helping patrons find particular information for many things. Assist them in finding locations, legal forms, finding/requesting books, movies or other materials. Assisting them in printing and operating computers.
• Assist in planning, promotion, and setup for events. Assist for events, book clubs, and book readings. Assist in event set up and snacks. Assist in planning book selections. Compose and post activities to social media with the approval of the Director, Circulation Supervisor and the Communications Director.
• Ensure Library mascot is well fed, cared for, and displayed for patrons of all ages.
• Conduct research.
• Assisting patrons on computer. Logging in, basic navigation, teaching basic computer skills when needed.
• Generate reports.

Ancillary Job Functions

• Contributes to team effort by performing other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to interact with patrons and staff openly, courteously, skillfully, and accurately.
• Ability to handle customer issues and complaints appropriately.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate and work as an active member of a team.
• Ability to show personal effectiveness and creditability.
• Ability to demonstrate flexibility in moving from one task to another.
• Strong computer skills. Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and social media.
• Able to use Online Public Access Catalog to help patrons search or searching for the patron.
• Familiarity with the location of all library items and equipment.
• Ability to take continuing education courses as directed.
• Must be able to relate to other people beyond giving and receiving instructions: get along with co-workers without exhibiting behavior extremes, perform work activities in a team setting requiring negotiating, instruction, supervision, persuading, or speaking with others, respond appropriately to constructive criticism from a supervisor.

Equipment Used

• Computer, copier

Work Environment

The physical demands described are representative of those required to perform essential functions. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities.

• Work is primarily performed in an office setting with close contact with the public.
• May be required to work in high or dangerous places.
• Work may involve potentially life threatening exposure to extreme temperatures, humidity, noise, chemicals/gases, contagious diseases, airborne particles/pathogens, and/or physical trauma.
• May often be exposed to uncomfortable temperatures, humidity, noise, chemicals/gases, contagious diseases, airborne particles/pathogens, and/or physical trauma.
• May be required to work in confined spaces.
• May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
• May be exposed to biohazards or bloodborne pathogens.
• Work may potentially involve risk of exposure to electrical shock.

Physical Abilities

• Work requires the ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time.
• Work requires the ability to complete repetitive wrist, hand, and/or fine motor movement.
• Work requires the ability to grasp, pull, push and reach.
• Work requires the ability to climb and balance, stoop, kneel and crouch.
• Work requires the ability to talk, hear, listen and comprehend.
• Work requires the ability to drive and/or operate mechanical equipment.
• Work requires visual acuity of 20 feet or more, 20 inches or less, three dimensional vision, precise hand eye coordination, and the ability to identify and distinguish colors.
• Must be able to lift 20 or more pounds.

Total Compensation (Eligible Positions)

• Paid holidays.
• 9 days per year of paid vacation accrued the first year of service.

Additional Requirements

• Criminal history, drug test, and driver's license check required.
• City of Jacksonville conducts random drug testing in accordance with Texas law and applicable federal guidelines.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Jacksonville provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status.
This description is not an employment contract. Employment is at-will and may be terminated by either party at any time. Duties may be reassigned as necessary to comply with state or federal law.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 19 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person