Part-time Daytime Circulation Clerk

Part-Time Daytime Circulation Clerk

Requisition Code: PTCIRCLK

Classification:  Non-Exempt -Hourly

Grade/Level/Pay Range:  Level 7; Step 1 $15.05

Reports to: Library Director

Date: July 14, 2022

JOB DESCRIPTION

SUMMARY 
The Oxford Free Public Library is seeking applications for a part-time Daytime Circulation Clerk; most coverage will be in the Children’s Room. The applicant must be comfortable working directly with the public and assisting them with all informational needs. Duties include checking in and out of all library materials, receiving phone calls, answering reference questions, collecting fines and other tasks as assigned.

15 hours per week.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is under the direction of the Library Director, Assistant Director and/or the Children's Librarian. The clerk will assist library patrons at the circulation desk with check in and check out all library materials, books, magazines, videos.  The part time position will consist of working minimum of 15 hours weekly.

•          Collect fines.
•          Sign up new patrons and keep the patron file up to date.
•          Issue new library cards, renew library cards.
•          Re-shelve library materials and keep the collection in proper order.
•          Help patrons locate materials.
•          Assist in answering reference questions.
•          Receive phone calls and answer questions over the phone.
•          Perform any other similar or related duties as directed by the Library Director.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

·        High school diploma or G.E.D.

·        Some library experience preferred.

·        Ability to deal with the public in effective and respectful manner.

·        Organizational and record keeping skills.

·        Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of Library Director, with specific responsibility to the Children’s Librarian. Will oversee pages when Director, Assistant Director or Children’s Librarian is not present.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work is performed in an office environment. The work involves sitting, standing, walking, and stooping, and moderate lifting.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Constant light to moderate physical effort required in performing duties. Constantly required to carry and handle books of all sizes; in small piles and singly, place books on shelves of varying heights (frequently bending, kneeling, squatting, or reaching to do so). Typing required.

TRAVEL
None

WORK AUTHORIZATION 
Provide appropriate documentation to verify your authorization to work in the United States.

OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Salary : $15 - $0