Library Clerk, O’Neill Branch, Cambridge Public Library, Cambridge, MA
Posted February 12, 2016
L422-734
15 hours per week – initial hours: Mondays & Wednesdays, 3:00PM-8:00 and Thursdays, 1:00PM-6:00PM. Hours are assigned and subject to change in order to meet the needs of the department and the Library. Candidates are expected to have a flexible approach to schedules.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or high school equivalency required. A bachelor’s degree or coursework beyond the high school level is desirable. Previous library experience is strongly preferred. ILS experience is also preferred.
DUTIES:
- Performs functions related to circulation such as checkouts, check-ins, reserves, renewals, fine assessment and collection, over-dues, and patron registrations
- Assists borrowers in locating books and materials, referring them if necessary to the professional librarian
- Maintains the orderliness and neatness in the branch; shelves materials and reads shelves as necessary
- May be assigned special tasks like assisting in the implementation of programs for adults and/or children, operating audio-visual equipment in the presenting of library programs
- Performs any other duties required by the Branch manager for the good of the branch and the library system
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 or other materials or equipment
- Must be able to pay close attention to details and concentrate on work
- Time management ability to set priorities in order to meet assignment deadlines
- Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities which permits the employee to communicate effectively
- Sufficient vision or other powers of observation which permits the employee to read books and patron requests
- Sufficient manual dexterity which permits the employee to type and record library files, open boxes and DVDs, cover books
- Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes which permits the employee to re-shelve library materials and work at public service desks
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to person 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
SALARY: $17.30 per hour to $20.62 per hour in five steps
DEADLINE: February 29, 2016
APPLY TO:
Please send 2 copies each of cover letter & resume
City of Cambridge
Personnel Department, Room 309
795 Massachusetts Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02139
Fax: 617-349-4312