Law Library Clerk
Hidalgo County, TX - Edinburg, Texas, United States, 78539Work at Hidalgo County, TX
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Overview
$13,520.00 Annually
Location :
Edinburg, TX
Job Type:
Regular Part-Time
Job Number:
2024-02372
Department:
EXECUTIVE OFFICE - LAW LIBRARY
Opening Date:
07/22/2024
Closing Date:
Continuous
Work Hours::
1PM - 5PM
Status::
External Advertisement
Open Positions::
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Please attach resume with application.
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General Description
Compiles records, sorts and shelves books; issues and receives materials and assists library patrons, receives cash and issues receipts, assists with circulation desk duties, updates and maintains legal material current.
Examples of Work Performed
Assists with circulation desk duties, including checking in and out materials.
Assists library patrons in person and over the phone.
Receives cash and issues receipts for service rendered.
Performs various clerical tasks including typing, photocopying, faxing and scanning.
Inspects and re-shelves books and legal material.
Keeps card catalog current.
Updates and maintain legal material.
Be familiar with the legal titles and services to which the law library subscribes.
Direct patrons to the most appropriate resource for their needs.
Keeps record of sign-in and computer logs.
Knowledge of library procedures, and the types of resources and services available to library users.
Ability to communicate well both orally and in writing.
Ability to deal effectively with judges, court personnel, and the general public.
Types and prepares correspondence, reports, book lists, and other materials as requested.
Posts daily information into computer databases.
Posts legal seminar information on library bulletin board.
Responsible for filing and updating loose-leaf services of various legal publications.
Acquire basic skills in Westlaw Online Research.
Monitors patrons to prevent theft of materials.
Receives cash and issues receipts on computer print-outs, copies, faxes and scans.
Performs a variety of tasks as assigned by librarian.
Other duties may be assigned.
Education and Experience
Graduation from a high school or equivalent (GED).
Experience in library, archival or general office work preferred.
Certificates, Licenses and Registration:
Must have a current valid Texas motor vehicle operator's license.
Must be able to be insured by the County's insurance carrier.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of library, archival, or data records procedures.
Skill in the use of electronic programmed equipment.
Ability to answer questions regarding library or archival services or program activities.
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Did you graduate from a high school or obtain an equivalent (GED)?
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Do you have experience in library, archival or general office work?
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