Jobs at Valley Cottage Library
Part-time Circulation Clerk
Valley Cottage Library is seeking a dependable and friendly person focused on delivering high quality customer service to join our busy Circulation Department.
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This is a part-time position, 4.5 hours/week with additional weekend hours, reporting to the Head of Circulation.
Minimum Qualifications:
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Three years of office or library experience, Associate’s degree preferred
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Experience with Koha ILS preferred
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Strong computer skills, including the ability to prepare Word documents, send and print emails
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Excellent customer service skills, including experience working with a diverse public
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Ability to multitask and adapt readily to changing software, technologies and processes
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Strong attention to detail and the ability to express ideas clearly and accurately, both orally and in writing
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The capability to do physical work such as standing and bending over, and to lift, pull and push objects weighing up to 30 pounds
Responsibilities Include:
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Circulation Desk duties: checking in and out library materials, issuing library cards, collecting fines/fees, assisting patrons in maintaining their library records in accordance with the procedures and policies of the library
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Opening and/or closing the library on assigned days
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A variety of general clerical duties
This is a part-time position which includes Tuesday evenings 4:30pm-9pm, the first Saturday of odd months 10am-5pm, and the first Sunday of every month 12pm-4pm. The hourly range is $19.00/hr - $22.00/hr, commensurate with experience. A job description for this position can be found by clicking this link.
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If you possess a passion to work in a team-based and customer-focused environment that strives to provide excellent services to the community apply now!
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A completed employment application is required and can be obtained at below. Please email the completed application, a resume and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience to the attention of the Search Committee at vclsearchcommittee@rcls.org.
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Applications will be accepted until March 27, 2026.
Valley Cottage Library is an equal opportunity employer.