Job Opportunity

Title: Circulation Assistant and Shelver                

Reports To: Circulation Manager                                                             

Wage: $15.00/hour

Work Schedule:

Part-time (14 hours per week)

Wednesday & Thursday 4-8

Every Saturday 9-3

Kendallville Public Library

Job Summary:
This position requires a wide range of public service, data entry and paraprofessional duties related to the general services and operations of the circulation department.

1. Use an online circulation system to check out materials to patrons, check in returned materials, renew library materials, locate library materials, and place holds and requests.
2. Register patrons for a library card or statewide public library access card (PLAC); processes library card applications; renew and replace lost cards.
3. Accept payment for fines and fees, subscription and PLAC fees, also receives and records miscellaneous revenue (copies, faxes, etc.) received at the circulation desk
4. Schedule meeting room use with the library’s electronic calendaring software.
5. Explain and enforce library circulation policies and resolve simple patron issues.
6. Empty book drop
7. Provide basic assistance, maintenance, and support for copy/fax machine.
8. Direct patrons to each department or other appropriate locations.
9. Answer and direct incoming phone calls; Aware of staff schedules and library activities
10. Inspect returned library materials for damage. Clean materials and prepare them for use.
11. Open bags/boxes when Evergreen shipment is delivered. Process holds.
12. Pull holds and prepare Evergreen shipment for next day pickup.
13. Shelving library materials, straightening and organizing the collection
14. Other tasks assigned by Circulation Manager

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be 18 years in age
• High school diploma required
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency with a mouse and keyboard
• Personable, with a good work image and attitude, detailed orientation, and enthusiasm for public service
• Able to lift 50 pounds, stand for a reasonable length of time, bend and stoop
• Fluent in English both oral and written; articulate over the phone and in person

Background Checks:

As part of the hiring process, the Kendallville Public Library will conduct a thorough background check to ensure the safety and security of our employees, patrons, and assets. The background check may include criminal history, employment verification, education verification, and other relevant checks as required and allowed by Indiana law. We are committed to complying with all applicable laws and regulations regarding background checks and will only use information obtained through these checks through lawful and permissible purposes.