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JOB OPENING: CIRCULATION CLERK WATERFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
WEEKEND / EVENING CIRCULATION CLERK This is a part-time position working up to 20 hours per week, with an emphasis on weekend and evening shifts, as well as vacation coverage.
SUMMARY: The mission of the Waterford Library is to provide a welcoming and trusted community resource. We offer open access to ideas, knowledge, technology and opportunities for all ages. Staff of the Waterford Library work together to ensure that all aspects of the services and operations of the library are in support of the library’s mission. The circulation desk is the hub of the Waterford Library and is frequently the first point of contact for patron inquiries about our collection, services, and general library information. As a representative of the Waterford Library, it is essential that the Circulation Clerk demonstrate strong communication and customer service skills and maintains a proactive, positive, and helpful approach while serving patrons.
DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Performs all opening/closing procedures
- Assists patrons at the circulation desk
- Performs the full range of circulation desk procedures using automated circulation system
- Empties and processes book drop and manages items on the requested items/holds list
- Registers patrons and processes collection of fees or fines following appropriate procedures
- Responds to telephone inquires
- Performs other duties as assigned
SKILLS
- Desire to meet and serve the library’s patrons and community
- Ability and desire to provide high level of customer service
- Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment
- Knowledge of computers, the internet, and library software
- Ability to make decisions, follow procedures, and interpret policies
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and the public
- Ability to organize job duties and work independently
REQUIRED High School Diploma or GED equivalent
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
SALARY/BENEFITS $16 per hour to start
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- Professional Development Reimbursements
Interested Candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Library Director Chloe Whittaker at watpublibrary@gmail.com. Priority will be given to applicants who submit materials before February 6, 2026.
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Job Opening: Part-Time Library Clerk Schuylerville Public Library
Job Description: This part-time position requires strong customer service skills, understanding and ability to work with people of all ages, the ability to juggle multiple demands, and a knowledge of and
comfort with current technology. The clerk will assist in circulation, shelving, assisting patrons, and perform other duties as assigned. This position is supervised by the Library Director.
This position pays $17.00 per hour to start. The schedule will consist of Monday evenings 4-8pm plus potential for substitute shifts. This is a Civil Service position; therefore, appointments will be made based on Saratoga County requirements.
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalency required.
Job Requirements: Strong customer service skills, ability to multi-task, dependability
Library hours:
Monday – Friday 10am-8pm
Saturday 10am-2pm
Sunday CLOSED
To Apply:
Send resume and cover letter to Caitlin Johnson, Library Director: cjohnson@sals.edu
Or Caitlin Johnson
Schuylerville Public Library
52 Ferry Street
Schuylerville, NY 12871
Resumes Accepted Until Filled