Materials Handling Clerk I

Job Description

WAGE: $15.30 - $22.38

DEPARTMENT: Library

PERSONNEL STATUS: Part Time

BENEFITS: Retirement, 401k match, Sick/Vacation

This is an entry-level, part-time position that contributes directly to a positive customer experience through the efficient organization and shelving of library materials and some clerical tasks.

If an active job requiring excellent attention to detail appeals to you, apply today.

This open recruitment will be used to fill current openings at library locations throughout Weber County.

It is not a seasonal position.

JOB OVERVIEW:

As a member of the Library's program implementation team, under the supervision of the branch manager and the circulation manager, this employee contributes to the daily operations of the Library System by sorting and shelving materials; shelf-reading and shifting shelves to maintain ordered, safe condition; pulling materials to fill hold requests, inspecting newly returned materials for damage, and processing new materials to prepare them for checkout.

This position may be assigned to the Library's technical services area or in the circulation area of any Library building.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Sort and shelve materials according to the Dewey Decimal Classification scheme and established Library procedure.

Process new materials for checkout.

Maintain Library shelves in ordered, neat condition through shifting and shelf-reading.

Locate and retrieve requested materials to fill hold requests.

Collate and clean returned materials to discover damage and maintain integrity of the collection

Uphold established mending/repair procedures for print/nonprint collections

Set up meeting venues for public events

Assist the public, on a limited basis, directing them to general resources, event locations, and service points within the building

Preserve safety, appearance, and condition of Library facilities and property

Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the listed examples include all duties which may be found in positions of this class.

Applicants must be prepared to demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Education: Any

Experience: Previous library or retail customer service experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA):

Knowledge of: Knowledge of alphabetization and basic arithmetic.

Understanding of the relationships and responsibilities of Library divisions and buildings.

Understanding of Library mission and roles, and the general role of public libraries within a community.

Skills and Abilities to: Ability to communicate in more than one language preferred.

Ability to work methodically with strict attention to detail.

Ability to complete assigned tasks within established time frame.

Ability to work as a team member to accomplish results.

A commitment to public service and the ability to work effect...