Arnett Branch of RPL

There is a part-time Clerk Typist vacancy at the Arnett Branch of the Rochester Public Library. This position will assist the Librarian I assigned to the WOW bookmobile. 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 possessing a High school diploma or GED.

DUTIES:

1. Register borrowers, issue library cards, charge/discharge materials;
Assist customers with financial transactions; operate cash register;
Provide directional assistance to customers, refer reference questions to
librarian, answer telephone when needed;
2. Process library materials;
3. Enter invoices into CARL Acquisitions module on the computer;

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Ability to work independently;
2. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel;
3. Ability to perform accurate detailed work;
4. Ability to multi-task and work under pressure at a busy Circulation Desk;
5. Provide basic assistance to and troubleshoot problems for customers on
public computers;
6. Ability to formulate creative solutions to customer service problems;
7. Ability to deal with difficult customers;
8. Strong and enthusiastic commitment to delivering excellent customer
service;
9. Enthusiasm for working with the Branch team to develop a vibrant
community library presence in the 19th Ward neighborhood.

HOURS: 20 hours per week; ability to be flexible for scheduling.

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, RPL Personnel Office by Thursday – October 14, 2010.

Lyons Public Library

Library Clerk – Part-Time - $7.25 an hour
Mondays – 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
1 Saturday a month – 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Works the circulation desk, checking materials
In and out, help patrons place holds, locate
materials, answer basic reference questions,
make phone calls, help with simple computer questions.
May include other duties. Answers to the director.
1 Paid Holiday
4 paid personals days after 1 year
Retirement and Social Security included.
Minimun Requirements:
18 years old or older
High School or GED, Some college preferred
Good computer Skills, Friendly demeanor
Ability to learn quickly and take instruction.
Able to bend and reach overheard for library materials.

Library Page – Part-Time - $7.25 an hour
8-12 hours per week
Maintains the library collection by shelving books
and other materials, reading the shelves
and organizing materials into their proper sequence.
Helps patrons locate needed materials and refers
patrons to other staff members when needed.
Also responsible for cleaning and repairing
books, magazines, DVDs and audiobook cds.
May include other duties. Answers to the director.
1 Paid Holiday
4 paid personals days after 1 year
Retirement and Social Security included.
Minimum Requirements:
18 years old or older
High School or GED, Some college preferred
Good computer Skills, Friendly demeanor
Ability to learn quickly and take instruction.
Must be able to lift materials overhead and shelve
down to shelve materials for extended periods of time.
Able to lift up to 30 pounds and move heavy wheeled carts.

Please call the library at (315) 946-9262 for more information.
Job applications can be picked up at the library at 122 Broad St, Lyons.


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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: THURSDAY – OCTOBER 14, 2010.

National Gaming Day

ALA National Gaming Day is November 13, 2010:
ALA's National Gaming Day, first celebrated in 2008, focuses on the social and recreational side of gaming. Gaming at the library encourages patrons of all ages to interact with diverse peers, share their expertise and develop new strategies for gaming and learning. At the library, kids can socialize with their friends and play board and video games while surrounded by books, librarians and a real world of knowledge.

Brighton Memorial Library has openings

Brighton Memorial Library has an opening for a Part-Time (PT) Library Clerk on nights and weekends in Circulation Services. This is a supervisory position. Applications will be accepted through October 15, 2010.

Eligibility

The PT Library Clerk position is a non-competitive title. It requires a high school diploma or a GED.

Major Duties
1. Reports directly to the Circulation Services Manager
2. Serves as nights and weekends supervisor for circulation activities and staff
3. Charges material out for patrons and processes their returns and reserves
4. Collects fines and bills and operates cash register and credit card equipment
5. Issues and updates library cards
6. Reshelves library materials as needed
7. Works with patrons to resolve circulation issues
8. Contacts patrons about library fines
9. Other duties as assigned

Desired Skills
1. Ability to provide friendly customer service to patrons of all ages
2. Ability to retain poise and sense of humor in a busy setting
3. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with all levels of staff
4. Ability to work in a team environment
5. Attention to detail and accuracy
6. Accuracy in math
7. Familiarity with computers
8. Ability to bend to floor and reach overhead with books in hand for shelving
9. Ability to assist with lifting full book totes (60 lbs.) and push fully loaded book carts
(75 lbs.)

Preferred Qualifications
1. Experience working in public libraries
2. Familiarity with CARL circulation software
3. Scheduling flexibility
4. Previous supervisory experience

Hours
Average of 20 hours per week.

Must be available to work the following:
September 15 - June 15
Monday & Wednesday 5:00 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.
Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Sunday 12:45 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.

June 16 –September 14
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 5:00 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.
Sunday 12:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.

Salary Schedule
$13.34 - $17.35 in six steps based on performance and longevity.

Benefits
Prorated paid holiday, vacation, personal and sick leave; NYS Retirement (optional); FICA; progressive, friendly library serving a diverse, well-educated community.

Instructions to Applicants
Submit a completed Brighton Memorial Library application, a brief letter of interest, a resume, and references (the names and phone numbers of three supervisors) via email or USPS (address above) to Deena Lipomi, Circulation Services Manager.

BRIGHTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
2300 Elmwood Ave
Rochester, New York 14618
Tel. 585-784-5300
www.brightonlibrary.org
Email: dlipomi@libraryweb.org

Statement of Non-Discrimination
The Library grants equal opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to an individual’s age, sex, color, religion, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, disability, or sexual orientation. The Library complies with all federal and state regulations dealing with employment practices.

Monday night & Pizza at RRLC - iPad

Rochester Regional Library Council Presents

Monday Night @ the Council Pizza Series
Pizza and Introducing the iPad
with Melissa Frost

Monday, October 18, 2010
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
[Pizza and onsite registration begin at 5:30 p.m.]

RRLC Training Center
390 Packett’s Landing, Fairport

Come learn about the most addicting new piece of technology for education. Learn how the Apple iPad bridges the gap between ebook readers and laptop computers. Practical application of the device for library use will be discussed as well as troubleshooting, maintenance and educational / library related apps. The instructor will be using her iPad to teach the class.

Melissa Frost has served for fifteen years as a School Librarian in the Rochester City School District. Melissa has taught numerous workshops on Follett Destiny and Cataloging to librarians at RCSD, RRLC and Monroe BOCES. Currently Melissa is on Sabbatical from the CSD in order to pursue a PH.D in Elementary Education with an Emphasis in Library Science from the University at Buffalo.

This program is sponsored by the Rochester Regional Library Council and is supported by Regional Bibliographic Data Bases and Interlibrary Resources Sharing (RBDB) funds.

To register go to http://www.rrlc.org and click on “Register for Courses” or call the RRLC office.

For staff at RRLC member libraries and member library systems. Reasonable accommodation will be provided upon request.

FT Senior Library Clerk postion available

BRIGHTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
2300 Elmwood Avenue
Rochester, New York 14618
Tel. 585-784-5300
www.brightonlibrary.org
Email: dlipomi@libraryweb.org

Title
Full-Time (FT) Senior Library Clerk/ Daytime Supervisor in Circulation Services (Provisional*)
Application deadline: September 17, 2010.

Salary Schedule
$30,085 to $39,112 in six steps based on performance and longevity

Eligibility
The FT Senior Library Clerk position is a competitive title. The qualifying candidate must either:

A. currently hold the Monroe County Civil Service Senior Library Clerk title and be eligible for a transfer; OR
B. be eligible for a reinstatement of the Monroe County Civil Service Senior Library Clerk title; OR
C. meet the requirements needed to provisionally* qualify for the Monroe County Civil Service Senior Library Clerk title

Major Duties
1. Reports directly to the Circulation Services Manager
2. Serves as Daytime Supervisor for circulation activities and staff, including 2 FT Aides, 3 PT Aides, 5 Substitute Aides, and 16 PT Pages
3. Charges material out for patrons and processes their returns and reserves
4. Collects fines and bills; operates cash register and credit card equipment
5. Issues and updates library cards
6. Provides information to the public re: library policies and procedures
7. Works with patrons to resolve circulation issues
8. Acts as final ‘go to’ person for patron circulation issues
9. Sends “billed for replacement” letters to patrons of items returned damaged
10. Assigns and reviews work of subordinate staff
11. Settles issues with collection agency; releases patrons to collection agency
12. Creates and maintains weekly Circulation schedule for desk staff
13. Assists desk staff in finding time-off coverage; signs time-off forms
14. Checks and signs off on the PT Clerk and PT Aide time cards
15. Calls in Aides/Pages to cover shifts
16. Conducts weekly Circulation meetings
17. Attends quarterly MCLS Circulation Services Roundtable meetings
18. Other duties as assigned


Desired Skills
1. Ability to provide friendly customer service to patrons of all ages
2. Ability to retain poise and humor in a busy setting
3. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with all levels of staff
4. Ability to work in a team environment
5. Attention to detail and accuracy
6. Accuracy in math
7. Familiarity with computers
8. Ability to bend to floor and reach overhead with books in hand for shelving
9. Ability to assist with lifting full book totes (60 lbs.) and push fully loaded book carts (75 lbs.)

Preferred Qualifications
1. Experience working in public libraries
2. Familiarity with CARL circulation software
3. Scheduling flexibility
4. Previous supervisory experience

Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalent diploma, plus EITHER:

A. One (1) year of paid full time or its part time/volunteer equivalent library clerical experience; OR,
B. Completion of two (2) years (60 semester credit hours) of college; OR,
C. Four (4) years of paid full time or its part time/volunteer equivalent general clerical experience; OR,
D. Any equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A), (B) and (C) above.

Hours
36 hours per week, including the Tuesday evening shift

Benefits
Prorated paid holiday, vacation, personal and sick leave; NYS Retirement; medical and dental plan; progressive, friendly library serving a diverse, well-educated community.

Instructions to Applicants
Submit a completed Brighton Memorial Library application, a brief letter of interest, a resume, and references (the names and phone numbers of three supervisors) via email or USPS (addresses above) to Deena Lipomi, Circulation Services Manager.

Statement of Non-Discrimination
The Library grants equal opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to an individual’s age, sex, color, religion, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, disability, or sexual orientation. The Library complies with all federal and state regulations dealing with employment practices.

* The term ‘provisional’ means that you will be required to take the next Civil Service examination for this title and place among the top three (3) on the examination list in order to be eligible for permanent appointment.