Pt Library Clerk - Easley

The purpose of the class is to perform routine library functions and general clerical work in assigned service or administrative area, and to perform related work as required. This class works according to set procedures under close supervision.

• Assists the public in a professional and courteous manner.
• Performs routine library and general clerical work in assigned service or administrative area of the County Library.
• Answers the telephone; provides accurate information as requested and/or forwards calls to appropriate staff person; takes messages, as necessary.
• Checks books in and out; registers patrons for library cards; places holds on books as requested; inspects returned materials for damage; verifies due date; computes and receives fines.
• Shelves library materials; reads and straightens shelves; searches for missing materials.
• Assists patrons in using various resources and equipment of the Library, to include online catalog. Refers persons needing additional assistance to a Librian; locates books and other materials for patrons; interprets Library policies and procedures to the public.
• Receives and responds to public inquiries, requests for assistance and complaints in areas of responsibility.
• Keeps supervisor informed of all issues and concerns encountered.
• Assists co‑workers with duties as required.
• Receives and deposits monies using the cash register; generates receipts and reconciles money daily; prepares reporting paperwork.
• Assists in training new or volunteer staff as assigned. Addresses or evaluates patron concerns or complaints and makes adjustments to patron account, as necessary.
• Performs routine clerical work as required, including but not limited to entering and retrieving computer data, copying and filing documents, sending and receiving faxes, assembling materials, processing daily mail, etc.
• Attends training, meetings, seminars, and/or workshops to enhance job knowledge and skills.

Performs other related duties as required.

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on‑the‑job injury or illnesses.

Data Involvement
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Requires gathering, organizing, analyzing, examining, or evaluating data or information and may prescribe action based on such data or information.

People Involvement
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Requires giving information, guidance, or assistance to people to directly facilitate task accomplishment; may give directions or assignments to helpers or assistants.

Involvement with Things
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Requires handling or using machines, tools, or equipment requiring brief instruction or experience, such as computers for data entry, fax machines, copiers, telephones, or other similar equipment; may service office machines, including adding paper and changing toner.

Reasoning Requirements
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Requires performing semi‑routine work following procedures with occasional problems.

Mathematical Requirements
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Requires using basic addition and subtraction, such as making change or measuring.

Language Requirements
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Requires reading technical instructions, procedures, manuals and charts to solve practical problems; composing routine reports and specialized reports, forms and business letters with proper format; speaking compound sentences using normal grammar and word form.

Mental Requirements
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Requires doing clerical, manual or technical tasks requiring a wide range of procedures and requiring intensive understanding of a restricted field or complete familiarity with the functions of a unit or small division of an operating agency; requires normal attention with short periods of concentration for accurate results or occasional exposure to unusual pressure.

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