Kids Services Clerk, Part-time

The Greenwood Public Library is seeking a friendly, customer-focused person with a heart for serving children and families to fill a part-time Clerk position in Kids Services.  The ideal candidate will possess a passion for people, a love of reading, a flexible schedule, good organizational skills, and a dedication to providing the highest level of customer service.

Position Details:

Title:  Kids Services Clerk
Hours: Part-time (16 hours/week)
Schedule: May vary, but will include day, an evening, and every other Saturday
Starting Hourly Rate: $15
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

A successful candidate will...

  • Hold an Associate's or Bachelor's degree
  • Have previous in-person experience working with children and their caregivers
  • Be able to navigate basic computer functions including Microsoft Word, Excel, and internet browsing
  • Knowledge of children's library service and children's literature highly desirable

What does the job look like?

  • Assists patrons with various library services including finding library materials, recommending titles, placing requests, and referring to other community resources
  • Provides quick reference and in-depth assistance and research to patrons, referring certain subject-specific questions to librarians assigned to those collections
  • Provides assistance and instruction to patrons in using GPL's website, downloadable services, databases, online catalog, and other equipment
  • Assists librarians with programming preparation and special projects
  • Assists with collection management activities including weeding, general maintenance as assigned, and shelving materials
  • Creates and maintains displays and promotional materials as needed
  • Records and reports statistics to tasks including reference assistance and use of resources

To apply:

Please mail a letter of interest, resume, and 3 references to:

Linda Messick, Head of Kids Services
lmessick@greenwoodlibrary.us

Position open until filled.

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Greenwood Public Library
310 S. Meridian
Greenwood, IN 46143
317-881-1953

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Friday: 10am - 5pm
Saturday: 10am - 5pm
Sunday: Closed

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Friday: 12pm - 4pm
Saturday: 12pm - 4pm
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