Special Services Clerk/Doylestown - Bucks County Free Library

Doylestown PA

30 December, 2020

1:29 PM

Description

The Special Services Clerk searches for items and enters data into databases pertaining to incoming or outgoing reserve items and new library material. Materials and requests received are processed using SIRSI and an external Inter-Library Loan database (OCLC). Additionally, the Special Services Clerk physically retrieves or receives and processes materials for internal or external loan or library distribution, including updating internal and external library user and bibliographic database records. This position physically processes materials, including placing stickers and covers on items. It will require ordering materials from and contacting vendors, including handling problems either by phone or the vendors’ websites. The Special Services Clerk maintains reserve and shipping shelves, handles inbound and outbound packages, including unpacking and fully packing mailing bags, calculating postage and metering packages, and delivering materials to an outside shipper as needed. This is a very physical position, requiring frequent standing, sitting, walking, repetitive hand motion, and lifting up to 25 lbs. The position is located at the Doylestown Library (Collection Management Dept.). This is a non-exempt bargaining unit position. Minimum Requirements: Requires a high school diploma or G.E.D. Some college and familiarity with public libraries is a plusSix months related experience Schedule: Part time – 20 hours per week. Mondays – Fridays 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. Compensation: $12.38 per hour probationary rate; $12.74 per hour regular rate Apply By: Friday, January 15, 2021; however, applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. To Apply: Links to job description and job application are below. Job application includes an opportunity to upload a cover letter and résumé, and complete a supplemental questionnaire and pre-employment testing. Pre-employment testing consists of four tests: basic skills test, Employee Personality Profile, attention skills test, and computer and Internet knowledge test (about 55 minutes for all four). Job Description Job Application