Geneva Public Library Library Clerk Job Description
This is a part-time, permanent position in a public library, working 20-24 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. Additional benefits include paid sick and personal leave after obtaining eligibility.
This position is under the direction of the Library Director, and in accordance with City Code. Under general supervision, the Library Clerk performs clerical services; technical library services in circulation, reference, and processing areas; youth and adult programming services; facility and equipment services; and other related duties as needed.
Clerical Services: The Library Clerk will extensively use the Microsoft Windows operating system and Microsoft Office suite; answer the phone; use a photocopy machine, fax machine, and other general office equipment; regularly read and respond to email; collect and record various fees; handle cash, checks, and electronic payments; and receive and resolve complaints or refer the public to the Library Director. The Library Clerk will also use the computer software, Apollo Biblionix, the library automation system, with on-site training.
Technical Library Services: The Library Clerk will provide circulation services to the public. This includes creating member records in the library automation system; performing inventories; shelving all types of materials according to established policies and procedures; shelf-reading; checking materials in and out; inspecting materials for damage; moving carts and boxes full of books or other materials; regularly checking book drop; coordinating interlibrary loan requests; and ensuring the confidentiality of patron records. The Library Clerk will provide reference services to the public. This includes assisting patrons in person, by email, or by telephone; assisting patrons with computers, printing, and photocopying; assisting patrons with print and electronic resources; conducting reader's advisory services; conducting statistical surveys; and ensuring the confidentiality of patron requests. The Library Clerk will conduct processing activities. This includes creating material records in the library automation system; preparing new materials for checkout; researching series; mending materials; creating spine and barcode labels; applying book covers; processing and/or delivering mail; accepting and processing package deliveries; managing patron reserves and requests; and maintaining the accuracy of the library automation system.
Programming Services: The Library Clerk will work individually and with other staff to develop, prepare, and present programming for youth, teens, and adults. Programs may take place at any time of the day or week, and throughout the year. Programs may be one-time events, while others may be weekly, monthly, seasonal, or once per year. Programs may be simple book displays or more complex multistep programs over a series of weeks. recblid 1jcsdbdsl2a0xtezk4bf35snnue6xa
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