Library Clerk - Part-Time - University Branch Library - Fort Bend County

Overview

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation.  We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home.  Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation.  The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all.  Live Here! Work Here!

JOB SUMMARY:  

Assist with library materials and services in a courteous, professional manner.  

Responsibilities

• Responds to patron inquiries by phone and in person.
• Shelves library materials, maintains shelf order.
• Charges/discharges library materials using an automated system.
• Receives, sorts and processes delivery items.
• Prepares items for the Hold Shelf.
• Reroutes circulation materials to other branches.
• Registers patrons; issues library cards.
• Collects fines and fees.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, Staff Development Day, committee meetings and training sessions.
• Other duties as assigned.
• May perform one or more of the following: Orders supplies, process periodicals; process, mend and clean books and/or AV items; order and receive library materials/check invoices.  Create records, change holdings using and automated system; processes mail for the library system; and perform database maintenance. 
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to bend, stoop, reach, stand, talk, listen; and lift materials up to 25 lbs. on a daily basis; occasional sitting (varies by unit); close vision, distant vision, ability to distinguish color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED. 
• Relevant customer service and cash handling experience preferred.
• Strong computer skills; keyboard and typing skills.
• Good communication skills and ability to interact easily with staff and the public. 
• Ability to understand and carry out instructions.
• Position requires evening and weekend hours.

SALARY: Part-Time $15.00 per hour, 24 hours per week

CLOSING:  Upon filling position

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal  and local  laws, unless  such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.

For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply

To be considered for employment, all interested candidates must complete the required Fort Bend County online employment application located at www.fortbendcounty.jobs

Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.