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.