We're looking for a Library Clerk to join the Circulation Department of our downtown Gainesville library! The schedule is 18 hours a week, some evenings and Saturdays included. Benefits include three paid holidays a year, optional dental and vision benefits, other optional benefits through the Georgia Flexible Benefits plan, and access to the Employee Assistance Program!
About the job:
Duties include performing various circulation activities including checking in/out library materials, registering new patrons for library cards, shelving, processing in-transit library materials, and other duties as assigned. This job performs daily circulation services that require a high level of customer service.
Necessary knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Ability to learn and operate an automated circulation system with a high degree of efficiency.
- Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with patrons of all ages.
- Detail oriented, with the ability to organize and prioritize tasks.
- Basic clerical skills including understanding of alphabetical and numerical order and an understanding of and ability to use the Dewey Decimal Classification system.
- Solid commitment to customer service, the protection of intellectual freedom, and the privacy rights of library users.
- Ability to lift 10 pounds with occasional lifting of heavier items up to 25 pounds and push a cart with up to 100 pounds on it.
- Ability to bend knees, stretch and lift up to 3 pounds over your head.
Required Education or Experience:
- Prior work experience in a position that would provide skills relevant in a library setting.
- Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
Pay and Benefits:
- $13.38 an hour.
- Three paid holidays per year (Thanksgiving, Christmas, and one paid vacation day each fiscal year.)
- Optional participation in the Flexible Benefits Plan of Georgia.
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program.
The Hall County Library System is a Drug Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Successful applicant must pass a drug test and criminal background check. HCLS participates in E-Verify.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $13.38 per hour
Expected hours: 18 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
