Library Clerk II-Circulation-West Houston Area/Mission Bend Branch Library

Responsibilities

• Serves as first point of service for patrons entering the building or calling the library for assistance, referring to other departments as necessary.
• May encounter irate patrons or handle emergency situations.
• Affords training and supervision of part-time library clerks.
• Serves as In-Charge staff in absence of Clerk III.
• Charges/Discharges library materials using an integrated library system, including Interlibrary loans, patron holds and Partnership library reserves.
• Routinely uses software applications, shelving classifications, internet, email, spreadsheets to complete daily tasks, utilizes Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), converts collections on-the-fly as necessary.
• Inputs and maintains patron data in automated circulation system.
• Maintains patron records.
• Issues library cards.
• Follows Patron Confidentiality Policy.
• Assists patrons paying for overdue fines and/or lost materials-handles cash, cash register, credit cards and equipment.
• Counts, reconciles and balances accounts, prepares daily deposits and monthly reports.
• Reroutes circulation materials to other branches.
• Routinely loads/unloads bins of library materials weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Receives, sorts and processes new, existing and/or donated delivery items.
• Routinely pushes loaded book trucks, searches shelves for missing or requested items, shelves books and other library materials, prepares items for the Hold Shelf.
• Receives/checks-in new periodicals, journals and newspapers, processes and maintains the collections.
• Weeds older or damaged materials.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, Staff Development Day, committee meetings and training sessions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED; Some college preferred.
• Two years job related experience.
• Strong computer skills; proficient with Internet, email and Microsoft Office products.
• Communication skills and the ability to work well with a diverse public and staff.
• Ability to learn library software applications and shelving classifications.
• Ability to interpret policy and problem-solve, and work with frequent interruptions.
• Position requires evening and weekend hours.

Salary Range

SALARY RANGE: $15.30 - $21.47 hourly based on qualifications.

Closing Date

CLOSING DATE: Upon filling position

Benefits

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

About the Role

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!

Pay

SALARY RANGE: $15.30 - $21.47 hourly based on qualifications.

Schedule

Position requires evening and weekend hours.