Library Clerk I (Haverstraw King’s Daughters Public Library)

Library Clerk I (Haverstraw King’s Daughters Public Library) The Haverstraw King’s Daughters Public Library welcomes qualified candidates to apply for the position of Library Clerk I. This is an opportunity for an enthusiastic and customer-centered person to work at our Patron Services desks at the Main Library in Garnerville and Village Library in Haverstraw. This is a full-time position (35 hours per week) which includes one evening shift (1pm-9pm) per week and one Saturday shift per month. Haverstraw King’s Daughters Public Library supports a vibrant community of 39,000 people with collections and programming at two locations in Garnerville and the Village of Haverstraw, New York. We are certified as a Sustainable Library under the Sustainable Libraries Initiative. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This is specialized clerical work which involves providing support to the library staff in the efficient operation of the library. May assist with library programs and events, including setting up displays and promoting library services; May give work direction to lower-level clerical employees. TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES Assists patrons with locating and checking out materials, organizing and shelving books, maintaining library records, performing circulation activities and ensuring a welcoming and orderly library environment Provides information and assistance to library users regarding library policies, procedures and resources Maintains accurate and up-to-date records of library materials, including cataloging and shelving books Performs circulation activities, including issuing library cards, processing returns and handling overdue fines Uses computerized library software to update library database and perform routine searches Inspects returned library materials for damage Keeps records of the movement of library materials and maintains appropriate files Compiles data for reports on library usage, circulation, holdings, etc. Performs other routine clerical tasks, such as answering phone calls, responding to emails and processing interlibrary loan requests SKILLS The clerical duties of this position require an understanding of library terminology, application of library practices, principles and services, carrying out assignments independently and the use of judgment in handling a variety of clerical duties. The work is performed in accordance with prescribed procedure under the supervision of a professional librarian or higher-level clerical employee. Excellent customer service and communication skills Ability to engage with people of all ages and backgrounds in a friendly and welcoming manner Experience working with an ILS system (Koha preferred) and searching an online catalog Working knowledge of current technology, standard computer applications Working knowledge of arithmetic, ability to process documents, ability to file alphabetically and numerically WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to work an assigned schedule Physically capable of bending, lifting, reaching and pushing loaded book carts May be assigned at Village Branch in Haverstraw or Main Library in Garnerville MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma and two (2) years of clerical experience; one (1) year of which must have been library clerical work. NOTES: 1. Additional qualifying experience or any academic, technical or vocational training may be substituted for schooling on a year-for-year basis. 2. Post high school education may be substituted for the one (1) year of general clerical experience on the basis of thirty (30) college credits per year of experience Appointee must be a legal resident of New York, New Jersey or Connecticut SALARY AND BENEFITS The annualized salary range is $42,387-$50,650 Benefits include NY State Retirement, NYSHIP, dental/vision, 403(b) and paid time off #J-18808-Ljbffr Ramapo Catskill Library System