Employment Opportunities

Part-time (PT) Library Clerk

Brighton Memorial Library
2300 Elmwood Avenue
Rochester NY 14618
TO: All Interested
FROM: Deena Lipomi, Circulation Services Manager
DATE: October 6, 2009

Brighton Memorial Libraryhas 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 23, 2009.

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 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
$13.15 - $17.09 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
Email: dlipomi@libraryweb.org or USPS (address 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.


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