[Michlib-l] Job Opportunity - Richland Community Library

[Jack Buck]

Richland Community Library
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Circulation Desk Clerk/Patron Services Assistant
(Part-Time Position: 12-15 hours per week)

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

If you enjoy providing a valuable service in a great small town, working as part of a team, and joining an institution beloved by its community, this is the job for you!

POSITION DESCRIPTION: Responsible for performing routine clerical work in a library and providing basic support services to patrons. Duties include, but are not limited to:

  *   Providing excellent service to library patrons.
  *   Working with patrons and materials at the Library Circulation desk; assisting patrons with computer, printing, faxing/copier, and other general questions.
  *   Answering phones.
  *   Sorting and shelving library materials.
  *   Checking shelves for accuracy.
  *   Maintaining the welcoming and orderly appearance of the library.
  *   Performing other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions
Part-time position (12-15 hours per week) evenings and weekends (Saturdays) required. Library is closed on Sundays and Mondays.

Compensation
Salary ranges from $11.00 per hour +, depending on education and experience.

Knowledge and Abilities Required

  *   Ability to communicate positively with customers and staff in a cheerful manner
  *   Strong attention to detail, with excellent organizational skills
  *   Demonstrated interest in working with children and adults
  *   Experience with social media tools
  *   Experience with applications software (e.g. Excel, Word, and Publisher)
  *   Willingness to learn new technology, including library technologies
  *   Must be confident, personable, and a team player
  *   Must display initiative and problem-solving skills
  *   Ability to responsibly manage petty cash and cash register
  *   Some post-secondary education

Knowledge and Abilities Preferred

  *   Library experience strongly preferred
  *   Experience developing and distributing promotional materials, both in print and electronic formats*
  *   Familiarity with the Dewey Decimal System
  *   Experience with automated library circulation systems

*Possibility of advancement available for candidates with experience in developing and distributing promotional materials

Please submit an application<https://www.richlandlibrary.org/About/job-opportunities/employment-application-form-website-2.pdf> and a cover letter to Main Circulation Desk at the Library or e-mail documents to the Library Director at jbuck at richlandlibrary.org<mailto:jbuck at richlandlibrary.org?subject=Job%20Application>.



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