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Yorkville is hiring : Library Clerk (Adults & Children’s Services, Circulation, a

Yorkville is hiring : Library Clerk (Adults & Children’s Services, Circulation, a

MediabistroKendall Township, IL, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Part-time
Job description

Library Clerk (Adults & Children’s Services, Circulation, and Tech Services) Part Time

Part-time vacancy available for a positive, energetic, team-oriented staff member with a strong public service commitment.

Status : Part-time

Work Hours : up to 20 hours per week with some daytime, evenings, and Saturday hours

Pay Rate : $15.00 per hour

Application Deadline : Open until filled

Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Under the supervision of the Department Managers, participates in the general operation of the department.
  • Shelves materials and participates in general upkeep of the department.
  • Monitors department areas, enforcing policies as needed.
  • Prepares exhibits of books, bulletin board displays, and other promotional items.
  • Works with people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities to obtain resources and use the online catalog and other equipment; provides readers’ advisory services.
  • Safeguards patron privacy in handling records.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Skills :

  • Ability to arrange materials in call number order (alphabetical and numerical).
  • Ability to relate in a friendly and open manner with people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities.
  • Ability to work as part of a cohesive team.
  • Ability to assist in planning and implementation of programs, as assigned.
  • Ability to remain calm while dealing with patrons in stressful situations.
  • Computer literacy required along with knowledge of office equipment.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.

    • Physical Requirements / Work Environment :

  • Work that includes repetitive keyboard use.
  • Work that includes reaching / shelving items on upper shelves and stooping / shelving items on lower shelves.
  • Work that includes carrying several books at a time.
  • Work that includes pushing loaded book carts of up to 100 lbs.
  • Manual dexterity, clear speech, hearing acuity, and correctable vision.
  • Provide own transportation.
  • Must be available for occasional evenings and weekends.

    • Qualifications :

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Apps, and graphic design software.
  • Ability to work independently, making decisions within stated guidelines to solve problems and produce accurate work in a timely manner.
  • Must be available to work assigned hours.
  • Must possess a high school diploma.

    • To Apply : Complete library application and submit along with a resume and cover letter to : Yorkville Public Library, 902 Game Farm Road, Yorkville, Illinois 60560, Attn : Hiring Department or by email to careers@yorkville.lib.il.us.

    The application can be found by clicking here.

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