Job Opportunity

EAST ROCHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY

CLERK-TYPIST

Job Summary

The East Rochester Public Library is seeking a part-time clerk-typist to be responsible for opening/closing the Library and Circulation Desk Duties. The position reports directly to the Library Manager.

Major Duties

• Opening/Closing the Library: Includes processing materials from book drops, booting up library computers, confirming money count from previous day, printing out router information to pull books for library patrons, process delivery.

Closing includes counting the cash drawer, checking restrooms and fire door, lock hallway doors, patron counter amount in log.

• Circulation Desk: Check out materials for patrons. Answer phones, take messages and answer questions, renew items. Answer reference questions, locate items for patrons. Search for materials using CARL Solution. Place reserves on materials. Assist patrons with computers, copiers and printer. Call patrons with information regarding library materials or accounts. Issue new library cards/update records. Check returned items for condition/cleaning. Receive money for fines, book reservations, and book sale. Check out materials for patrons.

Qualifications

High School Diploma, Secondary Education or equivalent experience helpful.

Hours

12 Hours per week. Wednesdays 1-5; Fridays 9-5

Instructions to Applicants

Fill out Application at the East Rochester Public Library, or send resume plus three references by July 23, 2008 to:

Meredith Fraser/Library Manager
East Rochester Public Library
111 West Elm St
East Rochester, NY 14445