Library Clerk Job at Georgia Public Library Service in Gainesville

Library Clerk, Spout Springs Library Branch
– 18 hours per week
– $13.12 per hour
– Flexible Benefits Plan of Georgia, optional benefit
– Three paid holidays a year
– Access to the Employee Assistance Program

The Hall County Library System is seeking an 18-hours per week library clerk to work at the Spout Springs library branch. This position performs daily circulation services that require a high level of customer service. Reports to the Branch Manager or Circulation Services Manager.

Examples of work:

1. Checking materials in and out, renewing items, registering new patrons, entering data into computer PINES database and orienting new patrons to library services.
2. Collecting and recording fines and fees for lost or damaged items, or collection agency fees.
3. Placing holds for patrons and processing them when they become available.
4. Providing computer assistance for public access catalog, Internet, photocopiers and printers.
5. Shelving materials and maintaining their correct order.
6. Repairing lost or damaged items.
7. Performing shelf checks and doing appropriate follow-up.
8. Processing in-transit items that are shared within the system as well as with distant systems.
9. Inspecting materials for damage.
10. Other duties as assigned.

Works a minimum of one outreach event each year.

Work Schedule:
Subject to evening and weekend assignments.

Staff Development Requirements:
Completes 10 contact hours of continuing education per year.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Ability to learn and operate an automated circulation system with a high degree of efficiency.
2. Skills in using various computer software and hardware including word processing, Internet, search engines, e-mail, office equipment.
3. Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with patrons of all ages.
4. Ability to make decisions within stated guidelines and to sometimes work independently.
5. Detail oriented with the ability to organize and prioritize tasks.
6. Basic clerical skills including understanding of alphabetical and numerical order and an understanding of and ability to use the Dewey Decimal Classification system.
7. Solid commitment to customer service, and the protection of intellectual freedom, and the privacy rights of library users.
8. Ability to lift 10 pounds with occasional lifting of heavier items up to 25 pounds and push a cart with up to 100 pounds on it.
9. Ability to bend knees, stretch and lift up to 3 pounds over your head.
10. Ability to sit in an office chair for an extended period of time.

Required Education, Training, Experience:
Prior work experience in a position that would provide skills relevant in a library setting.

Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

The successful applicant must pass a drug test and a criminal background check. E-verifies. The Hall County Library System is an EOE and a Drug Free Workplace.

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