TITLE: LIBRARY CLERK - 5 Hours

NOTE: Employee can choose either Tuesday or Wednesday to come in for 5 hours

DEPARTMENT: All Schools

REPORTS TO: Principal

Wage: $25.71 - $26.98 hourly wage effective July 1, 2024

Summary

Under the regular direction of the teacher-librarian the Library Clerk performs clerical, record keeping and data entry duties for the school library. She/he works cooperatively with other staff, students, parents and the public.

Duties

- Inputs information from a variety of source documents utilizing various computer programs.
- Composes and types a variety of materials such as correspondence, memoranda, reports and book pockets spine labels.
- Assists with or processes materials for school libraries.
- Sorts, distributes, files, shelves and repairs library resource materials; processes book discards and books for rebinding.
- Charges and discharges library materials using an automated system and distributes overdue notices or bills.
- Assists students and/or teachers in locating and selecting library resource materials and in use of library-based computers and the Internet.
- Provides the necessary supervision for a protected environment for students in the library.
- Maintains records of library expenditures and circulation records for accuracy.
- Prepares, processes and maintains a variety of lists, records and files such as list of periodicals, titles sent to the DRC or ordering and/or cataloguing.
- Receives and ensures accuracy and condition of incoming goods and files discrepancy reports.
- Maintains schedules for all shared resources.
- Answers telephones, takes and relays messages and sorts library mail.
- Prepares library orders.
- Assists with organization of book fairs as requested.
- Packs and unpacks resource materials.
- Orders and receives learning resources, library materials and supplies, ensures accuracy in shipping.
- Duplicates, sorts, collates and staples materials.
- Maintains general upkeep of library.




- Annually prepares an inventory of library materials and supplies as requested.
- Assists with the continuous inventory of the library collection during the school year.
- Performs other clerical or emergent duties.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY, SKILLS (School Library Clerk)

- High School diploma or equivalent
- Training in basic library procedures (i.e.

Dewey Decimal

Classification, online circulation functions, online catalogue searching) and a minimum of six months related experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

- Keyboarding skills of 45 words per minute or proof of competency in keyboarding skills.
- Basic level Word and Excel training.
- Basic knowledge of database and computer technology.
- Basic knowledge of office and library practices and procedures
- Experience with Quicken would be an asset.
- Knowledge of Business English, punctuation, spelling and Business Math.
- Ability to use courtesy and tact in the explanation of and discussion of information in contacts with public, parents, staff and students.
- Ability to perform individually and as part of a team.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to plan and schedule work and organize the workload effectively.
- Ability to work with constant interruptions.
- Ability to maintain close attention to detail for periods of sustained duration and to meet deadlines.

Tools And Equipment Used

- Computer, photocopier, telephone, facsimile machine, paper shredder, answering machine, calculator and other office items, audio visual and library related equipment.

Physical Abilities

- Sufficient vision to operate computer.
- Fundamental ability to operate office and audio visual equipment. Manual dexterity.
- Ability to lift and move materials up to 10 kg.

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📌 Library Clerk - 5 Hours (Prince George)
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