Part-Time Library Clerk - Youth Services

Position Open Until Filled

Job Title: Part-time Library Clerk - Youth Services

Department: Library

Reports to: Youth Services Manager

Location: Marion Public Library

Civil Service: No

Bargaining Unit: Non-Bargaining

Pay Grade: N/A

Overtime Status: Hourly

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

The part-time Library Clerk performs library materials processing tasks under the supervision of the Youth Services Manager.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/WORK PERFORMED

• Prepare children's and young adult library materials for circulation (labeling, laminating, etc.)
• Check materials in after processing and repairing items in the children's and young adult collection.
• Assist with shelving materials as needed.
• Repairs damaged children's and young adult materials in collection for recirculation.
• Withdraws weeded materials from collection; donates appropriate materials to Friends of the Library; disposes of withdrawn materials as needed.
  
• Assists Collection Strategy Coordinator in creating and maintaining children's special collections.
• Maintains supplies needed for materials processing and repairs; coordinate with adult services library clerk as needed. 
• Assists Youth Services Manager with special projects as needed. 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

• Knowledge of library personnel and their responsibilities, library regulations, procedure, and services.
• Knowledge of Information Technology.
• Ability to maintain clerical records and prepare accurate reports as required. 
• Knowledge of word processing and the use of computers. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & PHYSICAL ABILITIES

• Ability to sit, bend, stoop, reach, stand, push, pull as required.
• Physical agility, strength, and dexterity necessary for handling library materials up to 35 pounds. 
• Dexterity to use basic technology equipment, including a keyboard, mouse, and touchpad.
• Interpersonal skills and cognitive flexibility to interface with a variety of internal and external customers in diverse, sometimes high-stress situations. 
• Executive functioning skill appropriate for a busy, fast-paced environment. 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma is required.
• Public library experience is preferred. 

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Works in an office environment.
• The Marion Public Library is a busy, customer-focused library with a high level of use by patrons of all ages. Patrons have high expectations regarding the quality and efficiency of library services. 

REQUIRED BACKGROUND CHECKS

• Criminal Background Checks
• Sex Offender Registry Checks