Richland Community Library EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Position: Patron Services/Circulation Desk Clerk (Part-Time Position: 12-19 hours per week) Application Deadline: Open until filled. If you enjoy providing a valuable service in a great small town, working as part of a team, and joining an institution beloved by its community, this is the job for you! POSITION DESCRIPTION: Responsible for performing routine clerical work in a library and providing basic support services to patrons. Duties include, but are not limited to: ● Providing excellent service to library patrons. ● Working with patrons and materials at the Library Circulation desk; assisting patrons with computer, printing, faxing/copier, and other general questions. ● Retrieves and processes materials returned via the inside and outside drop boxes. ● Ensures circulation policies and procedures are followed for the proper handling of patron and materials records for an accurate library database. ● Shelves materials and maintains shelving areas in an accurate, neat, and orderly fashion. ● Demonstrate how to best utilize the library's physical and electronic collections. ● Checking shelves for accuracy. ● Maintaining the welcoming and orderly appearance of the library. ● Performing other duties as assigned. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties. Knowledge and Abilities Required ● Ability to communicate positively with customers and staff in a cheerful manner ● Strong attention to detail, with excellent organizational skills ● Demonstrated interest in working with children and adults ● Willingness to learn new technology, including library technologies ● Must be confident, personable, and a team player ● Must display initiative and problem-solving skills ● Ability to responsibly manage petty cash and cash register ● Ability to work with general supervision and adhere to established policies and procedures ● Ability to operate a variety of equipment including cash register, fax, and copy machines Knowledge and Abilities Preferred ● Experience working in a library. ● Proficient computer skills including familiarity with Microsoft Office and Google Drive ● Familiarity with the Dewey Decimal System ● Experience with automated library circulation systems Working Conditions Part-time position (12-19 hours per week) evenings and weekends (Saturdays) required. Library is closed on Sundays and Mondays. Physical Requirements Ability to stand, sit, bend, twist, stoop, reach and grasp, walk, push, pull or lift materials or equipment weighing 15 pounds or more, manually manipulate computer keyboard, mouse and scanner etc. Ability to bend, reach and shelve a full range of shelving units. Additional Requirements Ability to read and write, type and operate standard computer software, perform basic mathematical computations, communicate effectively, work a determined schedule including evenings and weekends, take and follow direction, work well with patrons, coworkers and management, organize work successfully, maintain confidentiality, give attention to detail, maintain a positive customer service attitude (internal and external), meet deadlines, work independently and perform multiple tasks simultaneously. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions Compensation Salary ranges from $11.00 per hour +, depending on education and experience. Please submit an application<https://www.richlandlibrary.org/About/job-opportunities/employment-application-form-website-3.pdf> and a cover letter to Main Circulation Desk at the Library or e-mail documents to the Library Director jbuck@richlandlibrary.org<mailto:jbuck@richlandlibrary.org>. -- This message has been scanned by E.F.A. Project and is believed to be clean.