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Library Clerk, Cambridge Public Library, Cambridge, MA

Posted September 8, 2014

Library Clerk Circulation Department #L422-720

15 hours per week, including regular Saturday shift – initial hours Tuesdays 4 to 9 PM; Fridays 12 to 5 PM; Saturdays 12 to 5 PM

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or high school equivalency required.  A bachelor’s degree or coursework beyond high school is desirable.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

Requires working knowledge of basic public library concepts and resources, competency to follow oral and written instructions accurately and thoroughly, competency to operate a computer terminal, adaptability and dependability to work well in a team situation, flexibility to fill in during scheduling emergencies and vacation periods, ability to recognize situations that require referral to the full time staff, an interest in and enthusiasm for working with the public, tact, patience, maturity, friendliness.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including office equipment such as computers, calculators, copiers, facsimile machines, CD/DVD players
  • Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time to use computer workstations, including keyboard and visual display terminal
  • Strength to push or pull a loaded book cart which can weigh in excess of 100 pounds on level floor and up ramp, to lift or maneuver onto cart loads of up to 50 pounds, and to carry cartons of books
  • Must be able to pay close attention to details and concentrate on work
  • Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, structural or compositional characteristics (whether similar or divergent from obvious standards) of data or things
  • Time management ability to set priorities in order to meet assignment deadlines
  • Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities to permit effective communication
  • Sufficient vision or other powers of observation to permit employee to read books and patron requests
  • Sufficient manual dexterity to permit the employee to type and record library files
  • Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes to permit the employee to re-shelve library materials and work at public service desks

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Works in assigned areas, including office areas, training rooms, various library locations, as necessary.  Normal office exposure to noise, stress and interruptions.  Attends and participates in continuing educational programs designed to keep abreast of changes in profession

DUTIES:

Performs functions related to circulation control:  checkouts, check-ins, inquiries, renewals, reserves, data entry, assesses and collects fines. Answers and routes telephone calls.  Registers borrowers and issues library cards. Processes deliveries, moving and unloading bins and checking-in items. Directs patrons to appropriate service areas. Shelves materials.  Assists in additional service areas as needed. Any other duties required by the Manager of Borrower Services for the good of the department and the library.

SALARY:

$17.21 per hour to $20.52 per hour in five steps

APPLY TO:

Submit both your resume and letter of interest by 5pm on the closing date via email to [email protected] or to Personnel Dept., Room 309, City Hall, 795 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139. Fax 617-349-4312.

DEADLINE:

September 16, 2014 at 5pm

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