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Job Title: Library Clerk

Department: Smithfield Public Library

Supervisor: Library Director

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $14.00-$15.00/hour

POSITION SUMMARY

Smithfield City is currently hiring a Library Clerk. If you love serving the public, talking about books, and creating a welcoming and positive environment for Smithfield residents, this job is right for you! We are looking for a dynamic candidate who is at least 18 years of age, with a high school diploma, who is creative and excited about providing general library services to our patrons. Our Library Clerks work closely with the Director and other staff members to develop innovative and effective services for the public. This is a part-time position working 22 hours a week during evenings and weekends. Applicants must be available to work on Mondays 2 PM-7 PM, Wednesdays 2 PM-7 PM, Thursdays 2 PM-7 PM, and alternating Fridays and Saturdays 9:30 AM-5 PM.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Welcoming patrons to the library; assisting patrons in locating and selecting materials; checking in and out library materials; answering and directing phone calls; providing information services such as assisting patrons with the online catalog; issuing and renewing library cards to new patrons; renewing library cards; receiving money from patrons for fines, copies, ongoing book sale, etc.; helping with shelving as needed.

Offering high quality services by prioritizing patron privacy; treating all patrons with good customer service; promoting, and helping with, library events and services; inspect incoming and outgoing items for missing pieces and/or damage; assisting patrons with library resources and devices as needed; gathering and shelving patrons' holds.

Promoting an informed public by helping arrange and maintain library collections; assist in planning and participating in library programming.

Attending staff meetings as required; sharing ideas for new opportunities such as programs, material recommendations, and displays; understanding and following complex procedures.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Sufficient education and training to demonstrate an aptitude or ability to perform the above and related duties
• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent, and at least 18 years of age. All applicants to Smithfield City must pass a background check and/or a drug test.
• Library experience is not necessary, but it is preferred
• Must be willing to help with programming for children, teens, and adults

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge and understanding of library shelving practices (esp. the Dewey Decimal system, alphabetically by title, author, etc.)
• Knowledge of working in a library setting and familiarity with professional library practices and procedures. Must learn circulation principles and practices for the Smithfield Public Library.
• Skills with computerized information systems and office support work.
• Skill in understanding and following complex procedures and guidelines.
• Skill in processing physical library materials, in a variety of formats.
• Basic knowledge of reference interviews and recommendation best practices.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff and the public.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Problem solving skills.
• Data management and input skills.
• Some literary knowledge is helpful but not required.
• Reach, push, pull, stand, sit, walk, squat and move repetitively (with or without a library cart). Lift/carry materials up to 50 pounds.
• Execute written instruction to a consistent high standard.Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions and discriminating thinking.
• Spanish speaking and other languages such as ASL are preferred but not required.

Essential functions, as determined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the above tasks, knowledge, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions of this class. The approved class specifications are not intended to and do not infer or create any employment, compensation, or contract rights to any person(s). This updated job description supersedes prior descriptions for the same position. Management reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

HOW TO APPLY

Those interested in applying should submit a completed Smithfield City Employment Application and resume. Applications can be found athttps://smithfieldcity.bamboohr.com/careers

Job closes on August 23, 2026