Part-Time Library Clerk-WAR

Salary: $15.73 Hourly
Location : Gloucester, VA
Job Type: Ongoing Recruitment
Job Number: 10172023-01
Department: LIBRARY
Opening Date: 10/17/2023
Description
Library Clerk-PT/ WAR (Work as Required) are scheduled to work as needed to include: nights, weekends and at both library locations.
Schedules are flexible with varying start & end times.
Under close supervision, performs clerical and technical work at the Circulation Desk to provide customer service to all library patrons. This position assists patrons in finding materials, checking out materials and computer usage. Employee must exercise tact and courtesy in all communication with library patrons.
Reports to designated supervisor.
Job Highlights

• Performs tasks at the circulation desks.
• Assist patrons with the use of computers and other equipment including copiers and printers.
• Assists patrons with the use of library databases, online search engines, printing of documents and setting up new email accounts.
• Answers phones, in-person reference questions, and provides light genealogical research assistance.
• Assists patrons with reader services and inquiries regarding various topics.
• Registers patrons for library programs.
• May operate a County vehicle to retrieve and distribute inter-office mail, deposit monies, and transport library materials and supplies between County libraries.
• Continues training to keep up with current library trends.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

For a complete job description: Library Clerk
Qualifications
Possession of a high school diploma/GED.
One (1) year of experience in a customer service environment and some knowledge of Library services.
Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities
Special Requirements

• General knowledge of books, magazines and related materials available to the public.
• Duties are performed in an office environment at both the Gloucester County Main Library and the Point Branch Library locations.
• Consistent on-site and on-time attendance is essential for this position based on assigned schedule.

To be considered for this position, your online application must include a cover letter & three (3) professional references.
Professional references are indivi duals who canattest to your job- related knowledge, skills andabilities while working or in a volunteer capacity AND are not family or personally related. Professional references should include job title, company name and address, phone numbers and email address if available.
Gloucester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug Free Workplace
Our Community: Gloucester County Library
Gloucester County Government offers an excellent benefit package that includes health care coverage, leave program and retirement benefits for all regular full-time employees. Gloucester County participates in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) which requires a 5% mandatory contribution by employees.
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The supplemental questions are very important and will be used to determine if you meet the basic qualifications as listed on the job posting and in the job description. I acknowledge that I must complete the supplemental questions section in order for my application to be considered complete.

• Yes
• No

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What is your current highest level of education completed?

• I do not have a High School diploma or GED
• HS Diploma or GED
• Some College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher

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Do you possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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Describe your experience working directly with the public or in a customer-service oriented job. Be sure to indicate which employer the experience is related.
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Describe any experience (work and/or volunteer) you have/had working with children.
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Indicate the number of years experience you have working in a library setting.

• None
• 1 to 3 years
• More than 3 less than 5 years
• more than 5 years

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Describe your experience working in a library enviroment.
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Schedules are flexible with varying start & end times. Will you have a problem with this type of schedule? If yes, please explain.
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