Materials Handling Clerk I

WAGE: $15.30 - $22.38
DEPARTMENT: Library
PERSONNEL STATUS: Part Time
BENEFITS: Retirement, 401k match, Sick/Vacation
This is an entry-level, part-time position that contributes directly to a positive customer experience through the efficient organization and shelving of library materials and some clerical tasks. If an active job requiring excellent attention to detail appeals to you, apply today. This open recruitment will be used to fill current openings at library locations throughout Weber County. It is not a seasonal position.
JOB OVERVIEW:
As a member of the Library's program implementation team, under the supervision of the branch manager and the circulation manager, this employee contributes to the daily operations of the Library System by sorting and shelving materials; shelf-reading and shifting shelves to maintain ordered, safe condition; pulling materials to fill hold requests, inspecting newly returned materials for damage, and processing new materials to prepare them for checkout. This position may be assigned to the Library's technical services area or in the circulation area of any Library building.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Sort and shelve materials according to the Dewey Decimal Classification scheme and established Library procedure.
Process new materials for checkout.
Maintain Library shelves in ordered, neat condition through shifting and shelf-reading.
Locate and retrieve requested materials to fill hold requests.
Collate and clean returned materials to discover damage and maintain integrity of the collection
Uphold established mending/repair procedures for print/nonprint collections
Set up meeting venues for public events
Assist the public, on a limited basis, directing them to general resources, event locations, and service points within the building
Preserve safety, appearance, and condition of Library facilities and property
Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the listed examples include all duties which may be found in positions of this class. Applicants must be prepared to demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Education: Any
Experience: Previous library or retail customer service experience preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA):
Knowledge of: Knowledge of alphabetization and basic arithmetic. Understanding of the relationships and responsibilities of Library divisions and buildings. Understanding of Library mission and roles, and the general role of public libraries within a community.
Skills and Abilities to: Ability to communicate in more than one language preferred. Ability to work methodically with strict attention to detail. Ability to complete assigned tasks within established time frame. Ability to work as a team member to accomplish results. A commitment to public service and the ability to work effectively with a diverse patron base. Ability to implement Library Board policies and procedures.
YOUR SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Due to the nature of this position, the successful candidate may be required to complete a pre-employment background check prior to starting the position.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, sit, talk, hear, crouch, crawl, balance, reach, stoop, and kneel. Must use hands and fingers to operate a computer. The employee is regularly required to lift up to twenty-five pounds, and occasionally up to fifty pounds. The employee must be able to remove library materials from shelves at a maximum height of six feet and push library carts weighing up to 175 pounds. Must be able to move about the work area, talk clearly with customers, and hear customer responses. Must have excellent close vision and good distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the essential duties of this position, the employee regularly works indoors in a library public service or office environment.
Employees must be able to work rotating shifts (seven days a week) and flexible hours (morning, afternoon, evening, and holiday hours) when the Library is open. All employees will work up to two evenings per week and will alternate weekend shifts with the other employees in their division. Employees will also work holiday hours of equal proportion to those of other employees in their division.