Part Time Clerk

Salary: $16.94 Hourly
Location : City of Danbury, CT
Job Type: Part Time Position
Job Number: 00566
Department: LIBRARY
Opening Date: 06/15/2026

Description
The City of Danbury is announcing an opening for the position of Part-time Clerk
- Library

Essential Functions:

Provides engaged and friendly customer service at all library public service desks, including Information Services, Junior, and Technology. Performs routine circulation desk duties, including but not limited to:

• Using an automated library circulation system to check materials in and out to patrons of all ages.
• Greeting patrons
• Reserving material
• Issuing library cards
• Answering phones and directing calls
• Assisting patrons with locating library material, registering for programs, and utilizing computers, copiers, printers, and self-check systems.
• Work is performed under the immediate supervision of the Lending Services Manager, but the candidate will also work with the Head of Reference and Senior Computer Technician.

Minimum Qualifications:

Must have computer and peripheral skills, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office,email, copy and fax machines, telephones, printers and scanners. Must be proficient with basic computer software such as Microsoft Office and Google suite. At least one year of customer service experience is required. Position requires standing, sitting, and bending for periods of time. Bilingual English/Spanish/Portuguese preferred.

Hours:

Up to 19 hours per week. Three shifts during the week of either 10 am - 3 pm, or 3 pm - 8 pm, and Saturday from 10-2.

Application Information
Application Submission:

Qualified applications must be submitted online at www.danbury-ct.gov/employment. This position will remain open until filled. EEO/M/F/D/V

Important Note:
Paper applications will not be accepted.

The application must be completed in its entirety. Omissions, false, misleading or inaccurate information will result in rejection of the application.

Please contact the Human Resources/Civil Service Department at  or if you need assistance or if you have any general questions.

The City of Danbury will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of sex, race, color, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, national origin, ancestry, age, veteran status, or disability, except where it is a bona fide occupational qualification.

We encourage African Americans, women, Hispanics, and other minorities who meet the minimum qualifications to apply. EEO/M/F/D/V
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