Circulation Library Clerk

Posted September 21, 2026. Location: Headquarters Library. Available November 1, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Provides exceptional customer service to all age groups while assisting patrons with questions in person, over the phone, or electronically
• Assists with all circulation duties, library card registration, patron account services and collection maintenance
• Works with a variety of software and library automation programs
• Communicates ideas and concerns to the supervisor
• Contributes to departmental meetings and departmental workflow by making suggestions and sharing ideas
• Regularly checks email, Intranet, and library website for new information
• Remains aware of security and safety concerns taking appropriate action as needed
• Evaluates returned materials for damage, missing pieces, and overall condition
• Performs basic readers’ advisory and information assistance, material retrieval and places hold requests
• Responsible for special department projects as assigned

Requirements

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and some clerical or public service experience.

SCPL uses multi-factor authentication for network and program access. Employees may be required to use their personal device for MFA.

Skills

• Creative, flexible, and organized with good time management skills, attention to detail, and strong work ethic
• General knowledge of the procedures, practices, and equipment of a public library
• Comfortable and proficient using technology including experience with PCs, Internet, and Microsoft Office and mobile devices
• Knowledge of popular books, pop culture and current events
• Ability to alphabetize and arrange items numerically
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills that display a positive attitude, cultural sensitivity, a sense of humor, and the ability to interact with people from all backgrounds and age groups
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks, take direction and work independently or in a team environment

Pay

$995 (includes some benefits)

Schedule

20 hours per week: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 4:00pm‑8:15pm; every other weekend (Saturday 9:30am‑5:15pm, Sunday 12:30pm‑5:15pm). Must be flexible to accommodate schedule changes; may be asked to work other times.