Adult Services Clerk, Part-time

Do you get overly excited when you see someone reading in public and do that awkward lean to see if you can read the book cover?  Have you gotten a rush helping a non-tech savvy family member set up an account on a streaming device?  Do you feel a sense of pride when you're able to find the exact resource a friend needs?  Well then, have you considered working at a public library?

Greenwood Public Library is looking for a friendly, patient, passionate individual to serve our diverse community as an Adult Services Clerk.  If you possess a passion for people, a love of reading, have a flexible schedule, and good organizational skills, keep reading to see if this is just the job you're looking for!

Position Details

Title: Adult Services Clerk

Location: Greenwood Public Library

Hours: Part-Time (20 hrs/wk)

Schedule: May vary, but will include day, evening, and every other Saturday hours

Starting Hourly Rate: $15.00

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

 

A successful candidate will…

  • Hold an Associate or Bachelor degree
  • Have previous experience working with customers face to face
  • Be able to navigate basic computer functions including Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, and internet browsing

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
  • Works with Librarians to provide quick reference and research assistance to patrons, referring certain subject-specific questions to Librarians assigned to those collections.
  • Assists patrons with community space reservations
  • Provides assistance and instruction to patrons in using computers, GPL's website, downloadable services, databases, online catalog, printers, and other equipment
  • Assists in operations of the Library's makerspace, The Studio
  • Troubleshoots a wide variety of technical issues with computers, mobile devices, and digital services
  • Assists Librarians 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 including reference assistance, use of materials, and study room usage

How to apply:

Please email a letter of interest, resume, and (3) references to:

Donna Ciriello | Head of Adult Services

dciriello@greenwoodlibrary.us

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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
Sunday: Closed

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