NEWAYGO AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY
Job Posting
Newaygo Area District Library has an opening for a Library Clerk.
Duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
v Performs all routine duties of the circulation desk, including item circulation tasks, fines and fees collection, opening and closing procedures, and basic reference services.
v Plans, supports, promotes, and conducts library programs and outreach activities.
v Performs routine collection maintenance tasks, including shelving, item retrieval, collection development input, and weeding tasks.
v Maintains library databases and files as connected to assigned tasks, including patron records, item records, and both electronic and physical files of library data.
v Plans and implements special projects as assigned by supervisor or library director.
v Performs other duties as assigned.
Job requirements:
v High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
v Valid driver’s license and available, reliable transportation. Ability to attend occasional training and other library-related events out of the area as assigned.
v Ability to maintain a positive attitude of customer service and team spirit, even under trying circumstances.
v Ability to communicate effectively and with professionalism, both with the public and with other members of staff. Communication skills must be evident in oral and written forms with proper usage, spelling, and grammar.
v Ability to acquire and maintain a working knowledge of current general principles, methods, and practices of public library operations, and of NADL’s specific policies and procedures.
v Ability to acquire and maintain an understanding of library services, materials, and technology sufficient to answer patrons’ directional, informational, or readers’ advisory questions.
v Ability to operate all equipment connected with job duties without direct supervision.
v Ability to consistently and accurately type at 35 wpm or higher.
v Ability to work under general supervision with latitude in exercising independent judgment and discretion subject to NADL policies, procedures, and professional practices.
v Visual acuity and physical skills necessary to retrieve and maintain library materials, operate library equipment/technology, and interact with patrons and staff.
v Ability to push/pull fully loaded book carts and lift/carry materials weighing up to 40 pounds.
v Hearing ability to answer telephone and patron inquiries.
Pay based on education and experience.
Please submit a resume, cover letter and three references to the Library Director. Submissions received by October 28, 2015 will receive early consideration; however applications will be considered until the position is filled.
Library Director
44 North State Road
Newaygo, MI 49337
Newaygo Area District Library (NADL) is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of any characteristics that are protected by state or federal law. If requested in advance, and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, NADL will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants in need of accommodations, so as to permit access to the application, interviewing, and selection process.