Thursday, October 7, 2010

Sully Branch of RPL

There is a part-time Clerk Typist vacancy at the Sully Branch of the Rochester Public Library. Staff meeting the following qualifications are invited to apply:

1. Anyone who is currently a Part-Time Clerk Typist and would like a
transfer in grade; OR
2. Anyone that possesses a high school diploma or GED.

DUTIES:
1. Register borrowers and issue library cards;
2. Charge and dis-charge materials, assist patrons with title holds and claims returns;
3. Assist patrons with financial transactions, explain policies regarding overdue and lost materials;
4. Operate cash register accurately;
5. Answer telephone, receive and relay messages;
6. Check in new books, audiovisual materials, magazines and newspapers;
7. Prepare new materials for circulation and link them in the library database;
8. Sort and distribute mail;
9. Assist patrons with directional questions and title requests, refer reference questions to Librarian on duty;
10. Assist patrons with basic computer use;
11. Order library materials via electronic ordering system;

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
2. Ability to perform accurate, detailed work;
3. Interpersonal maturity and good judgment;
4. Good customer service skills and ability to remain poised in a busy setting;
5. Initiative, flexibility and good organizational skills;
6. Ability to multi-task;
7. Neat appearance;
8. Experience with Microsoft Office a plus:
9. Physical ability for the demands of the job, including but not limited to:
standing, kneeling, reaching and shared lifting of totes weighing up to 50 lbs.

HOURS: 20 hours per week; to include weekday evenings; Saturdays and Sundays (12 pm – 5 pm) in rotation; Flexibility a plus.

RATE OF PAY: $13.06 - $14.90 per hour

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS: Interested applicants should respond in writing, by submitting a resume and application to: Kathy Fischer – Library Personnel Office by: THURSDAYOCTOBER 14, 2010.

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