Library Clerk (Circulation) (Part-time)

York County, Virginia · Yorktown, VA · 6 days ago

AdministrativePart-time

Performs a variety of clerical tasks in assisting library patrons and maintaining library materials and records.
Checks library materials in and out, registers patrons, updates patron’s records, prepares daily automated reports.
Collections overdue fines and fees, counts money in cash drawers.
Answers telephone and receives inquiries, providing information or referring callers to proper officials.
Takes requests for reserved materials, acts on computer reports of outdated "hold" requests, contacts patrons regarding items returned with missing materials or damages to returned materials, applies determined charges to patron’s record.
Affords assistance to patrons in use of library equipment, such as computers, copiers, and other equipment.
Collects money for Friends of the Library items, collects money from copiers, performs a daily count report.
Reads shelves, collects requested items, pulls expired holds.
Affords assistance with statistical record keeping.
Affords assistance with training and supervision of less experienced workers.

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.
This job is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment checks to include criminal history and background checks.

General knowledge of PCs, Windows, MS Office products, and the Internet.
General knowledge of standard office practices and procedures.
General knowledge of basic mathematics to include addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
General knowledge of business English, depending on the particular assignment.
Some knowledge of procedures and practices common to a public library system.
Some knowledge of record keeping and reporting.
Attention to detail.
Ability to assist patrons in a tactful and courteous manner both in person and on the telephone.
Physical Demands: Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including computers, typewriters, copiers, calculators, etc. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally, and to push library carts frequently. There is frequent stooping and bending involved. There is some climbing onto step stools when shelving materials. Standing is frequent when at the circulation desk. Gripping is involved when writing with pen or pencil and when using mouse while on the computer.

General knowledge of PCs, Windows, MS Office products, and the Internet.
General knowledge of standard office practices and procedures.
General knowledge of basic mathematics to include addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
General knowledge of business English, depending on the particular assignment.
Some knowledge of procedures and practices common to a public library system.
Some knowledge of record keeping and reporting.
Attention to detail.
Ability to assist patrons in a tactful and courteous manner both in person and on the telephone.

The County of York offers a comprehensive benefit package to include deferred compensation, employee assistance program, paid holidays and paid leave.

Do you have a high school diploma or GED?
How many years of experience do you have in public library work?
How many years of experience do you have in administrative or clerical support work?
Which of the following best describes your level of expertise providing customer service support either in person and/or over the telephone?
Which of the following best describes your level of proficiency with Microsoft Office software?
Do you have professional level experience training and directing the work of others?
If selected for this position, you will be required to work a flexible schedule that includes some nights and weekends. Are you able to comply with this provision?
Are you a current York County government employee? (This does not include the employment with the Offices of General District Court, York-Poquoson Social Services, Colonial Behavioral Health, or York County Schools)

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