Employment

JOB SUMMARY:

This is a library clerical position. The Circulation Services Clerk greets and directs library patrons and handles library materials in accordance with established library policies and procedures.

Responsibilities (not all-inclusive)
All the duties listed below are essential job functions. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Nothing in this description restricts the library’s right to change this job description at any time and/or to assign or reassign duties. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Serve at circulation desk, charge and discharge library materials and issue library cards; collect fees for lost or damaged items.
2. Respond to patrons in person or telephone regarding library information, library materials or services, and refer them to appropriate personnel or sources of information.
3. Interpret and answer questions regarding library circulation policies and procedures.
4. Identify overdue and damaged materials; search shelves for overdue, missing or lost materials.
5. Prepare daily cash reports.
6. Process and receive the interlibrary loan and document delivery requests for library materials, maintain interlibrary loan records and prepare statistics as required.
7. Pull and send Pick List Materials for requested items
8. Retrieve, separate and discharge materials deposited in the book drops.
9. Attend library conferences and workshops, which relate to duties as authorized or recommended by the Circulation Services Manager.
10. Ensure the security of library items and that equipment is in proper working order for a secure collection.
11. Sort material by call number prior to shelving materials in the correct location.
12. Shelf read, ensuring materials are in the correct order, shift collections as needed.
13. Bring materials in poor condition to the attention of the department manager.
14. Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Sitting (for extended periods of time), standing, stooping, bending, and the ability to lift/move books up to 40 pounds and full library carts.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing and exchange accurate information with staff and library patrons
• Perform routine clerical work including mathematical calculations.
• Access, retrieve, enter and update information using a computer or tablet.
• Ability to effectively and efficiently operate basic office machinery (computer, printer, copier, telephone, fax machine, paper cutter, laminating machine, smart TVs, media projectors, etc.)
• Perform varied library work quickly, accurately, and under minimal supervision.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Education:
High School diploma or equivalent

Experience:
Customer service experience preferred. Experience working with a library automated system preferred.

Skills:
Ability to count money and make change.
Ability to file alphabetically and numerically.
Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to learn tasks within a reasonable time period.
Ability to prioritize work.

SALARY RANGE:

Salary range is $15.00 to $16.50 per hour, based upon qualifications and experience.

• part-time, 19 hours per week.

BENEFITS:

Illinois Paid Leave

JOB SETTING/ENVIRONMENTAL/SOCIAL CONDITIONS:

• Indoor and outdoor conditions apply.
• Must be able to work independently as well as with a team.
• Must be flexible and patient.
• Working evenings and weekends is expected

TO APPLY SUBMIT YOUR RESUME AND EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION TO:

West Chicago Public Library District
Attn: Human Resources
118 West Washington Street
West Chicago, IL 60185-2803
Email: hr@wcpld.info