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Northbrook Public Library seeks 2 Clerk II

Regular Part-time: 24 hours/week

Schedule: 

Position 1:  Monday 8am-4pm; Tuesday, 8am-1pm; Wednesday 8am-1pm; Saturday 8am-4pm

Position 2: Sunday 12-5pm; Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 9am-1pm; Friday 10am-6pm

We are seeking two friendly Clerk IIs who prioritize customer service, teamwork, and the ability to interact with a diverse group of people. The ideal candidates will possess the ability to adapt quickly to change, provide feedback, and work independently.

Duties

Applicants must possess the ability to:

1. Perform various circulation functions such as:
   1. check in/out books and materials
   2. open and close the library during an assigned shift
   3. prepare basic circulation reports as pertains to daily work
   4. handle special tasks related to circulation functions including holds, billing, etc.
2. Interact with patrons:
   1. concerning circulation of materials, issuance of library cards, collecting fines/fees, etc.
   2. responding to direct patron inquiries and interacting with outside agencies including other local libraries
   3. answering incoming telephone calls providing routine information, transferring calls and taking messages.
3. Inspect and redirect materials for cleaning, repair, withdrawal, and reordering.
4. In the absence of manager, assistant manager, and supervisors, handle and resolve patron issues.
5. Upon request, assist with training staff on circulation processes and procedures.
6. Sort, shelve, and shift materials.
7. Participate in relevant training, continuing education and/or professional development.
8. Perform other duties as assigned.

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Northbrook Public Library seeks 2 Clerks

Part-time: 18 hours/week

Schedule: 

Position 1:  Monday 5-9pm, Tuesday and Wednesday 1-5pm, Saturday 10am-5pm

Position 2: Sunday 1-5pm, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 5-9pm and rotates one Saturday per month 8am-5pm

 

We are seeking two friendly Clerks who prioritize customer service, teamwork, and the ability to interact with a diverse group of people. The ideal candidates will possess the ability to adapt quickly to change, provide feedback, and work independently.

Duties

Applicants must possess the ability to:

1. Perform various circulation functions such as:
   1. check in/out books and materials
   2. open and close the library during an assigned shift
2. Interact with patrons:
   1. concerning circulation of materials, issuance of library cards, collecting fines/fees, etc.
   2. responding to direct patron inquiries and interacting with outside agencies including other local libraries
   3. answering incoming telephone calls providing routine information, transferring calls and taking messages.
3. Inspect and redirect materials for cleaning, repair, withdrawal, and reordering.
4. Sort, shelve, and shift materials.
5. Participate in relevant training, continuing education and/or professional development.
6. Perform other duties as assigned.

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Regular Part-Time: 20 hours/week including evening and weekend hours

We are seeking an enthusiastic and creative Youth Services Assistant to join our Youth Services Department. This position is responsible for:

• Providing reference and readers advisory at a busy service desk in Youth Services.
• Assisting, developing, and leading programming for children and teens.

The Youth Services Library Assistant will also collaborate with the Storytime team to assist early childhood programs as well as help edit virtual program videos. Other duties include planning, coordinating, and updating weekly and monthly book displays.

 

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