Library Clerk

Open Until Filled

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Receive and check-in books, audiovisuals, and computer software for elementary, middle school, and high school libraries.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Education/Certification:

High school diploma or equivalent

Library Technical Assistance training - preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Strong communication, public relations, organizational skills

Computer skills are mandatory

Proficient skills in typing

Proficient keyboarding and file maintenance skills

Ability to shelve books following district cataloging system

Ability to work well with children

Effective, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)

Physical and Mental Abilities

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals;standard library equipment

including imaging equipment; standard instructional equipment

Posture: Regular sitting, standing, kneeling, squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling,

and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; regular overhead

reaching; climbing ladders

Lifting: Frequent light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds); occasional moderate lifting and

carrying (up to 40 pounds)

Environment: Work inside; work alone; exposure to biological and chemical hazards such as

mold and dust

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruption; maintain emotional control under stress

Regular attendance is an essential function

Minimum Experience:

One or more years working in a Harrington Library Consortium library is preferred.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Work closely with Purchasing, vendors, librarians, other Library Center staff in the acquisition of materials.
2. Complete technical processing as required for each item according to library profiles.
3. Receive all shipments of library materials. Maintain accurate records of orders.
4. Verify purchase orders on all materials.
5. Check shipment for damaged material; contact vendors to claim if necessary.
6. Do complete technical processing as required by each item.
7. Work with classifiers to initiate download of MARC records, check records for accuracy.
8. Clean and repair damaged books sent in from schools.
9. Communicate with librarian and Shipping and Receiving Department to arrange for shipment.
10. Pack and re-shelve campus library collections as necessary for remodeling and/or library routine weeding.
11. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
12. Ensure compliance with all local policies and state and federal statutes including the Educator Code of Ethics.
13. Perform such other tasks and accepts such other responsibilities as may be assigned.

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