LIBRARY CLERK - HOURLY (MULTIPLE VACANCIES SYSTEMWIDE)

Library Clerk - Hourly (Multiple Vacancies Systemwide)

Job Number: 418888-1

Description: BID/JOB ANNOUNCEMENT LIBRARY CLERK - HOURLY (MULTIPLE VACANCIES SYSTEMWIDE) CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY Library Operations & Patron Experiences Number of Positions: Multiple Starting Salary: $22.82/hourly This position is open to current AFSCME BIDDERS AND THE PUBLIC. Only current City employees covered under the City's Collective Bargaining Agreement with AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY, AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES (AFSCME) BARGAINING UNIT 1, 3, 4, & 5 are considered BIDDERS and are eligible to bid. Qualified BIDDERS who properly submit a bid application will receive preference over any non-bidders. BID INSTRUCTIONS: Apply on the bid site: chicago.taleo.net AND 1. Check the box on your profile titled "Currently employed by the City of Chicago" 2. Enter your employee ID (located on your pay stub labeled 'payee/employee number') 3. Select your correct bargaining unit FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN A REJECTED BID APPLICATION. Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59pm CDT on 7/8/26

ESSENTIAL DUTIES Under supervision, provide public service to library patrons. Charge and discharge library materials, collect fees, register, and maintain database records. Assist patrons with general inquiries and material searches. Processes applications for library cards by reviewing required documents and entering patron data into integrated library system. Assist with processing of library materials. Sort and distribute mail and perform opening and closing desk procedures. Perform data entry, word processing, filing, and shelving of materials. Assist with Holds, interlibrary loan, statistical, and cash reports and maintenance of the newspaper and magazine collection. May assist with library outreach. Works as part of a team to meet city and library goals. Participates in professional development. Interprets the Library's policies and procedures to the public in a customer friendly manner. Upholds the Library's commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Performs related duties as assigned.

LOCATION: Various DAYS OFF: Two days off per week SHIFT: Will be required to work some evenings and weekends HOURS: 80 hours per month to be scheduled during normal unit hours THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE

QUALIFICATIONS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or equivalency certificate (GED) plus six months of customer service or clerical work experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. NOTE: To be considered for this position you must provide information about your educational background and your work experience. You must include job titles, dates of employment and specific job duties. (IF you are a current City employee, Acting Up cannot be considered). If you fail to provide this information at the time you submit your application, it will be incomplete, and you will not be considered for this position. There are three ways to provide the information: 1) you may attach a resume; 2) you may paste a resume; or 3) you can complete the online resume fields. Educational & Employment Verification: Please be advised that if you are selected to be hired you must provide, upon request, adequate information regarding your educational and employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position for which you are applying. If you received your degree internationally, all international transcripts/diploma must be accompanied by a Foreign Credential Evaluation. If the City of Chicago cannot verify this information, any offer extended to you will be withdrawn and you will not be hired.

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS This position requires applicants to complete an interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be selected. Selected Bidders will be hired in seniority order according to the collective bargaining agreement. Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following: Experience working or volunteering for a public library Currently a student majoring in Library Science Bookstore/retail/customer service experience