Employment Opportunity Announcement

Do you enjoy helping the public? Do you possess great customer service skills? Do you have cash handling and computer experience? Do you want to try a different career path? Come see the exciting opportunities the Library has for you! We offer a comprehensive benefit package to all salaried staff - even part-time workers (20 and 30 hours a week). And we offer exceptional training opportunities for staff throughout their entire career with the Library.

Attend our Job Fair and learn about opportunities for Circulation Assistants!

Friday, September 26, 2008

10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Laurel Branch Library

Meeting Room

507 7th Street

Laurel, MD 20707

Unable to attend our Job Fair? Contact us for an Employment Application at: Voice 301-699-3500 x 229; TTY 301-808-2061; or email HumanResources@pgcmls.info.

Position Title: Circulation Assistant (eligibility list effective for six months)

Location: Various Locations throughout the Library System in Prince George's County, Maryland

Hours: Full (40 hours/week) and Part-time (20 and 30 hours/week). All schedules include a combination of daytime, evening and Saturday hours.

Salary:

40 hours - $28,939

30 hours - $21,703

20 hours - $14,469

Closing Date for Applications: Library Employment Applications must be received in Human Resources by 5:00 pm on Friday, October 10, 2008.

Examples of Duties: Charges and discharges Library materials; ensures transactions are recorded correctly.  Traps reserve items; sorts returned materials; processes inter-library loans and reserves; notifies customers of item availability and when item is overdue; processes claim returns and collection notices; puts aside materials not on file for entry into database. Registers new borrowers and issues cards; explains Library policies and procedures. Examines returned materials for damage; assesses customer if applicable; places damaged materials in assigned location. Collects money; prepares cash reports; issues receipts. Shelves materials; straightens and reads shelves. Receives and directs incoming calls; responds to directional questions. Follows policies and procedures in Circulation Manual; maintains an awareness of materials and information available to the public; performs major circulation responsibilities on a rotating basis; substitutes in other branches. Enters information into computer system. Performs other duties or responsibilities that are related to the position.

Qualifications/Requirements: A high school diploma, or equivalent, and two (2) years of customer service and cash handling experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Ability to perform circulation tasks, including operating a cash register and computer. Demonstrated ability to follow oral and written instructions and to quickly learn and adhere to prescribed policies and procedures. Demonstrated ability to deal tactfully and efficiently with a diverse public and staff; excellent customer service skills. Work involves extensive standing, reaching, stooping, bending, grasping and moving objects; and use of computer, telephone and other office equipment.

Union Status: Unit Two                

Refer to our main Employment Opportunity Announcement page for more information on applying for salaried positions.