Job Application

Fayette County Public Library Employment Opportunity

Job Title: Library Clerk

Location: Fayette County Public Library

Job Type: Permanent part-time 20-34 hours a week

Salary and Benefits: $12.00 an hour, retirement plan, 22 board-approved holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Job Application can be found at: https://fayette.lib.wv.us/jobs/

Apply via email to: becky.kellum@mail.mln.lib.wv.us

Education & Experience Required:

• High School Diploma required
• Customer service experience desired; Library experience preferred
• Background checks, drug tests, and reference checks required

Under the general supervision of the Library Director or Assistant Director, the Library Clerk provides quality customer service, programming, and performs general library duties.

Principal Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides reference, adult, and juvenile services
• Maintains computerized patron accounts; prepares and issues library cards
• Required to work at other branch library locations and on bookmobiles when needed, and at short notice
• Deliver library materials to other locations, including homebound
• Maintains knowledge of available materials and patron reading preferences
• Maintains familiarity with various technologies, including our online catalog, digital devices, Microsoft Windows, Internet, online databases, and email
• Assists in organizing library materials, which includes shelving, shifting, and weeding
• Assists with library programming as assigned
• Interacts appropriately with patrons and staff and adheres to library guidelines and procedures

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements

• Must have a valid West Virginia Driver’s License, reliable transportation to and from work, and proof of auto insurance
• Knowledge of adult, children, and young adult literature
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
• Able to work independently and with others
• Able to work a flexible schedule, which includes evenings and Saturdays
• Must be able to sit, stand, stoop, stretch, climb, lift, carry, shelve, and retrieve books and materials from shelves and storage locations generally not exceeding 50 pounds

Bookmobile Driver Job Description

Job Title: Bookmobile Driver

Job Type: Full-Time 40 hours a week

Salary and Benefits: $25,000 a year, health insurance, life insurance, retirement plan, 22 board-approved holidays, vacation, and sick leave

Education & Experience Required: Must possess a High School Diploma or G.E.D. Some college preferred.

General Summary: Under the general supervision of the Assistant Director, the Bookmobile Driver drives the bookmobiles and assists the other bookmobile driver at schools, community stops, and fills in at the other branch libraries in the county. The library has a mid-size and a large bookmobile that serves Fayette County.

Essential Job Duties:

• Drive the bookmobiles to specified locations on a predetermined schedule. Assist the other bookmobile driver when needed.
• Greet patrons and assist them in the use of the bookmobile.
• Assist patrons in locating library materials, including reader’s advisory, interlibrary loan, and new materials requests.
• Perform general circulation routines as appropriate: Check-in, check-out, and renewal of materials.
• Collects fines and fees.
• Process applications for and issues new library cards following appropriate procedures.
• Process new materials before adding to the bookmobile collection.
• Shelve materials on the bookmobile and in the office.
• Responsible for weeding the collection and reading the shelves to keep the shelves looking neat and orderly.
• Rotates bookmobile inventory regularly.
• Maintains knowledge of available materials and patron reading preferences, especially at school stops.
• Work at the branch libraries when needed and on short notice.
• Assist with programming (Summer Reading and Fayette County Adventure Days) and other outreach efforts (homebound, Head Start, and driving the bookmobile in various parades)
• Deliver materials to the other branch locations in Fayette County and the Raleigh County Public Library.
• Maintains familiarity with various technologies, including our online catalog, digital devices, Microsoft Windows, Internet, and email.
• Assists with library programming as assigned.
• Interacts appropriately with patrons and staff and adheres to library guidelines and procedures.
• Keeping the bookmobile clean inside and out. Responsible for vacuuming the carpets and shampooing them when needed, and dusting shelves. Washing the outside of the bookmobile when needed, especially before a parade.
• Responsible for the maintenance of the vehicle by performing daily inspections, refueling the vehicle, and keeping track of when oil changes are needed in the generator and engine as recommended by the manufacturer. Report any mechanical issues to the Director or Assistant Director.
• Respect the confidentiality of library users and records.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director.

Job Requirements:

• Must possess a valid West Virginia Driver’s License and proof of auto insurance to drive the bookmobiles. May be required to obtain a Class D driver’s license to drive the larger bookmobile.
• Must have a clean driving record.
• Safely operate library vehicles.
• Effectively promote the services and mission of the library.
• Ability to read, follow, and understand maps and GPS navigational systems.
• Effectively manage vehicular emergencies and be aware that the driving environment involves various and unpredictable driving conditions, which are affected by weather, other drivers, potential traffic hazards, and changing road conditions.
• Understand basic mechanical systems of the bookmobile.
• Shelve and access materials in close quarters.
• Must be able to sit, stand, stoop, stretch, climb, lift, carry, shelve, and retrieve books and materials from shelves and storage locations generally not exceeding 50 pounds.
• Must be able to learn and follow library procedures and the library computer system, and utilize a laptop computer with proficiency.
• Must possess or learn excellent customer service skills.
• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, and be able to follow directions given by the manager.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public.
• Knowledge of modern office equipment and software preferred.
• Ability to adapt to new technology.
• Able to work a flexible schedule, which will include some evenings and Saturdays. May be required to drive the bookmobile in parades and attend festivals throughout Fayette County.

Please send resume and application to Becky Kellum at becky.kellum@mail.mln.lib.wv.us or mail to 531 Summit St., Oak Hill, WV  25901.