Library Clerk; PT - Main Library

Essential Job Functions

• Assists patrons with library materials
• Assists the public with correct use of catalog, copy machine and microfilm equipment
• Assists the public with locating books, periodicals and other materials
• Maintains library materials by proper shelf order
• Processes materials for the library records
• Prepares statistical reports
• Types assigned reports
• Assists with other library records management or projects
• Answers phone

• Maintains and assists with processing materials
• May assist with story times and programs for preteens, teens and adults
• Performs other library and clerical functions as required

This position requires 100% onsite work. Normal office environment; approximately twenty (20) hours per week; must be available to work Monday through Friday, hours vary. Hours of operation Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m.

- 8:00 p.m., and Friday 9:00 a.m.

- 6:00 p.m.

Knowledge of library techniques and procedures desired.

• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to operate equipment including adding machine and PC
• Ability to operate a typewriter and type at 30 wpm accurately
• Ability to communicate with the public in a tactful and effective manner
• Ability to maintain library and archival records
• Skill in alphabetizing and mathematical calculations
• Ability to read and make decisions

• Constantly files, sees, hears, sits and sorts
• Frequently cleans desk area, performs data entry
• Kneels
• Operates PC
• Pushing objects weighing up to 60 lbs.
• Stands, stoops, types, walks, writes by hand
• Infrequently operates a calculator
• Carries, holds, lifts, drags, pulls objects weighing up to 30 lbs.
• Squats and twists body

• Graduation from high school or equivalent
• Minimum six (6) months library or records management experience, including typewriter and/or personal computer experience

Data Entry and a library skills test administered. Applicant selected for hire shall be subject to drug/alcohol test.

The City of Beaumont provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, The City of Beaumont will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

To request a reasonable accommodation or other assistance contact a Human Resources representative at  or through RELAY Texas at or mail your request to P.O. Box 3827, Beaumont, Texas 77704.

The City may consider all related education and/or experience in determining the applicant's minimum qualifications and starting salary.