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Library Clerk

Dubuque County

1 Positions

ID: 53848

Posted On 09/18/2024

Job Overview

Description

This part-time Library Clerk I position, primarily providing patron assistance, circulation services, is based at the Holy Cross Branch. This position is approximately 22 hours per week, requiring regular evening and alternating weekend shifts.

 

Job Duties

  • Provide general library services at circulation desks using library management system and knowledge of the collection, including but not limited to:
    • material check in and check out
    • shelving materials and maintaining appropriate organization, presentation, and distribution of collection at assigned branch
    • patron registration
    • placing holds and purchase requests
    • advising patrons in locating materials
  • Perform basic reference and readers’ advisory service.
  • Assist patrons with computer, photocopier, and fax.
  • Collect fines and fees.
  • Answer incoming calls, route to appropriate staff.
  • Rotate collection materials through the branches to meet patron demand.
  • Deliver library materials to the branches.
  • Process new library materials.
  • Purchase supplies.
  • Light cleaning (e.g. dusting, disc cleaning).
  • Perform related tasks as required.

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent and experience in a library or similar setting.
  • Bachelor’s degree and library experience preferred.

Supplemental Information
General Requirements:

  • Ability to operate computer, use Internet and basic software such as Windows, Microsoft Office, etc.
  • Ability to learn assigned clerical tasks and operation of library management system, and to adhere to library policies and procedures.
  • Some knowledge of library principles, methods, and practices.
  • General knowledge of reader interests and of books and authors.
  • Some knowledge of theory and objectives of a public library system.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with library employees and patrons.
    Possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to travel to multiple locations as needed. Access to a personal vehicle may sometimes be necessary.
  • Ability to work evenings and weekends.

Physical Requirements:

The following are required with or without reasonable accommodation:

  • Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing, which permits the employee to communicate effectively.
  • Sufficient vision, which permits the employee to prepare and read a wide variety of materials.
  • Sufficient manual dexterity, which permits the employee to operate a computer keyboard and other equipment.
  • Sufficient personal mobility, which permits the employee to complete various activities such as lifting up to 35 lbs., bending, kneeling, carrying, walking.

Primary Contact

1684871036959

Tracey Martin

HR Generalist, Human Resources

563-589-4441

Phone

Phone

Phone

563-587-3836

Fax

HR@dubuquecountyiowa.gov

Email

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Job Details

Categories

Location

Dubuque, IA

Job Type

Employee

Full/Part

Part Time

Pay/Salary

$19.62 - $22.10 hourly

Company ID

975

Job REQ #

# Positions

1

Start Date

20240918

End Date

20241007

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About the Company

The Dubuque County Courthouse was built in 1891. The Courthouse serves as the center of County Government offices, and is a dominant landmark in the downtown Dubuque area. It is located at 720 Central Avenue in Dubuque.