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Job Descriptions

Circulation & Patron Services Clerk

Qualifications: 
High school diploma, some college experience preferred, or any other equivalent as approved by the director. Through knowledge of the alphabet and competence in spelling and arithmetic is essential. Keyboarding and computer skills are necessary. 

Job Summary:
Responsible for performing routine clerical duties within the library and assisting library staff. Assists students and patrons with locating information, stocks shelves, and checks out books and materials. The person holding this position participates in all library operations as necessary to ensure high levels of service to the community and has responsibility for other duties as assigned by the director.

Primary Responsibilities: 
  • Work closely with the Director
  • Understands and effectively uses standard library materials, including the online catalog and electronic resources. 
  • Handle interlibrary loan requests.
  • Prepare invoices.
  • Code library materials.
  • Order and process new materials and equipment.
  • Stocking, sorting or shelving items.
  • Fax or make copies for patrons.
  • Mend damaged books.
  • Prepare books for binding.
  • Process and maintain periodical files.
  • Assist students with locating information.
  • Help patrons locate print and non-print resources.
  • Check books in and out using computer system.
  • Keep accurate records of overdue and unreturned materials.
  • Process fines and accept payments.
  • Patrol library and ensure rules are being followed.
  • Train staff to use an online catalog.
  • Provide assistance with multimedia use.
  • Register new patrons and issue library cards.
  • Communicates staff and public concerns to the supervisor.
  • Attends local, state and national library meetings as requested
  • Maintains familiarity with policies and procedures, communicates these to patrons and sees that they are implemented.
  • Represents the library in the community and promotes library services when appropriate.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

​​Youth Services
 
Qualifications
Must be able to work independently, deal with multiple on-going projects, and prioritize tasks. Computer skills and proficiency in using office programs is required along with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Knowledge or willingness to learn technical aspects relating to virtual programming and social media promotion. 
This position requires familiarity with library materials as related to needs and interests of children and young adults is essential.

Distinguishing Characteristics
This position has responsibility for management of youth services.  The person holding this position participates in all library operations as necessary to ensure high levels of service to the community and is responsible for other duties as assigned by the director.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Works closely with the director.
  • Plans and presents library programs for children, with an emphasis on 0-5 year-olds, as well as tween and teen programs.
  • Promotes and publicizes programs through flyers, press releases, social media posts, and other outlets as necessary.
  • Prepares reports and monitors statistics related to youth services.
  • Communicates staff concerns to the director.
  • Attends local, state and national library meetings as requested.
  • Maintains familiarity with policies and procedures, communicates these to patrons and sees that they are implemented.
  • Serves as a resource person for the staff and patrons in youth services.
  • Understands and effectively uses standard library materials, including the online catalog and electronic resources.
  • Serves as a primary contact person in cooperative efforts between the public library and local schools and children and young adult organizations.
  • Assists outside groups in planning and presenting appropriate children and young adult programs using library facilities.
  • Represents library in the community and promotes library services when appropriate.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the director.
  • Works at the circulation desk as necessary.


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  • Home
  • Illinois Readers Choice
  • Programs & Events
    • Children & Families
    • Teens
    • Adult >
      • Spice Club
  • Digital Media
  • Online Catalog
  • Illinois Regional Archives Depository (IRAD) System
  • Illinois Veterans History Project
  • CONTACT US
  • 2020 Tax Forms
  • Administration
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    • Job Openings
    • Job Application
  • ABOUT US
    • Mission
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  • FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY
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      • December 2013
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      • November 2012
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    • January 16, 2012
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    • July 18, 2011
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