Part-time Library Clerk II

Apply/Register Job no: 498957
Work type: Staff 1199 Union, Staff Part-time
Department: University Libraries
Location: Wilf Campus, 500 West 185th Street, NY, NY
Categories: Library

Position Summary:

Provides support and performs duties related to providing library collections and services for the University community.

Part-time: 24 hours per week

Schedule:

Saturday 8:00pm - 1:00am, Sunday 5:00pm - 1:00am, Monday 4:00pm - 9:30pm, Tuesday 4:00pm - 10:00pm

• Follows predetermined procedures and policies in the library and uses library resources that are simple or of limited complexity
• Checks out and checks in library materials; registers students and other users of the library; performs other circulation-related activities using the ILS (Integrated Library Systems)
• Collects fines and adjusts patron records
• Communicates predetermined library policies and procedures to library users
• Assists patrons with directional questions and responds to simple questions regarding the use of library resources, such as locating items in the OPAC, using the library website to locate information about services, etc.
• Compares, retrieves, and checks online and tangible data against existing files, such as OPAC, OCLC, Books in Print online, etc.
• Collates and prepares materials for binding, including filling out binding slips and updating the OPAC
• Enter data for complex bibliographic and other records
• Extracts data from online records
• Tracks supplies, checks availability and item designations on vendor websites, and submits lists of needed items to the supervisor
• Performs other related duties as assigned

• A high school diploma is required
• 2+ years of related experience preferred
• Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs.
• Good reading, data entry, and word processing skills; accuracy and attention to detail
• Customer service demeanor, good listening skills, and demonstrated patience when dealing with patrons
• Sound judgment about when to respond and when to refer patrons and/or questions to a professional librarian or supervisor
• Should project a positive attitude about the library and the University when interacting with library patrons
• Self-discipline and judgment are essential, as work will often be performed in the absence of a supervisor

Grade 4

1199 New Hire rate: $27.04 and 1199 One Year of Service rate: $27.60

As of July 1, 2026, 1199 New Hire rate: $28.32, and 1199 One Year of Service rate: $28.90

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