Library Clerk Job at Dubuque County in Dubuque

Under the supervision of the Library Director, performs a variety of clerical duties, applies bookkeeping principles to the maintenance of accounting, budget, and fiscal records; coordinates meeting room reservations; keeps the official minutes of the Library Board of Trustees; performs work at the Circulation Desk, and performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities:

• Provides clerical support to the Board of Trustees and the Library Director by maintaining the official record of Board actions including the official policies and procedures and transcribing meeting minutes.
• Performs bookkeeping, processing invoices for payment, and budget-related duties.
• Operates a calculator, computer, copier, and related office equipment.
• Prepares statistical data and reports.
• Manages meeting room reservations.
• Maintains files.
• Handles confidential information.
• Uses digital technology.
• Provides general library services at circulation desks using the library management system and knowledge of the collection, including but not limited to:
  • Material check in and check out.
  • Shelving materials and maintaining appropriate organization, presentation, and distribution of collection at assigned branch.
  • Patron registration.
  • Placing holds and purchase requests.
  • Advising patrons in locating materials.
• Performs basic reference and readers’ advisory service.
• Assists patrons with computer, photocopier, and fax.
• Collects fees.
• Answers incoming calls, routes to appropriate staff.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to travel to multiple locations as needed. Access to a personal vehicle may sometimes be necessary.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends.

Clerical and library experience, graduation from high school or its equivalent, supplemented by course work in office computer applications, and secretarial and business practices; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides essential knowledge, skills and abilities.

Physical Requirements:

• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing, which permits the employee to communicate effectively.
• Sufficient vision, which permits the employee to prepare and read a wide variety of materials.
• Sufficient manual dexterity, which permits the employee to operate a computer keyboard and other equipment.
• Sufficient personal mobility, which permits the employee to complete various activities such as lifting up to 35 lbs., bending, kneeling, carrying, walking.

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