Library Circulation Attendant I - Part Time

ABOUT THIS POSITION

Phoenix Public Library serves a diverse multiethnic clientele of over 4.8 million people, with a central library and 16 branches. The library offers collections in multiple languages, a full range of cutting-edge electronic resources and customer focused public services. Phoenix Public Library is a large system seeking motivated candidates to advance their career opportunities through a pathway designed for upward mobility. We offer a variety of development opportunities for supervisors through leadership and mentor programs. Join this innovative team today!

The part time Library Circulation Attendant I provides direct customer service in person, via telephone, or e-mail and performs a variety of clerical tasks at one of the library branch locations. They issue library cards, process customer payments, handle cash, and assist customers with checking out materials on a daily basis. They also provide basic customer service in using the copy machines, making computer reservations and printing, and placing holds on library materials.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Ability to multitask, resolve problems, and work with a diverse customer base in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other Windows based programs.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish.

SALARY

$17.72 per hour.

BENEFITS

Part-time employees are eligible for earned paid sick time, city training, and free or discounted bus and light rail fares.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• One year of library clerical experience.
• AND One year of general clerical experience including experience serving the public and demonstrated typing skills.
• OR One year experience at the level of Library Clerk I.
• Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.
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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The minimum qualifications listed above, plus:

• Experience with:
  • Customer service.
  • Cash handling.
  • Working in a library.
  • Windows based PC/software, mobile devices, eBooks, and eMedia.
• Working irregular hours, weekends, and evenings will be required.

RECRUITMENT DATES

Recruitment closes October 15, 2024. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date.

This is a position-based recruitment and will not result in any ongoing eligibility list. This recruitment and any selection processes resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill other related vacancies within the organization now or in the near future.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online by completing the required information and attaching, as one document, your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. Only the highest qualified may be posted to the eligible to hire list. The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address.

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REFERENCE

Library Circulation Attnd I, JC:01550, ID# 55641, 9/27/24, USM, AJ, Benefits: PT

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