The City of Long Beach Department of Library Services is seeking interested candidates to apply for the position of Library Clerk I, Non-Career. Under general supervision, Non-Career Library Clerks perform a wide variety of clerical duties and interface with library patrons in providing public and technical library services at possibly all 12 Long Beach Public Library locations.

Non-Career employees are limited to 1,600 work hours per service year, are not guaranteed a minimum number of work hours, and are considered temporary, at-will employees. Typical hours for this position vary between 15 and 20 per week. Non-Career employees are not typically eligible for health/dental/vision benefits; however, they may be eligible for sick leave benefits.

• Performs circulation and service desk duties using the automated system to check out and check in library materials and registers new borrowers;
• Receives, refunds, and reconciles cash;
• Interprets and resolves questions regarding library circulation policies and procedures;
• Uses automated system to receive, transmit, and adjust information;
• Prepares books and library materials for circulation;
• Maintains statistical and other records;
• Types letters, reports, and forms;
• Operates office machines; and,
• Performs other related duties as required.

• One (1) year full time experience performing routine clerical and customer service duties in a library system or six (6) months full time experience performing routine clerical duties with the CIty of Long Beach Public Library System;
• Completion of twelve (12) units in library science may be substituted for the six (6) months full time experience performing routine clerical duties with the City of Long Beach Public Library System;
• Some positions may require the routine lifting of 20 to 40 pounds;
• Valid motor vehicle operator's license may be required at time of appointment.

• Organization skills, meticulous with details, and ability to complete paperwork accurately and consistently;
• Strong computer skills (Internet, MS Office, databases) and the ability to learn library related technology;
• Ability to work weekends, and evenings; and,
• Ability to exercise professionalism by combining tact, patience, and a personable demeanor.

Recruitment for this position will begin on Thursday, November 4th, 2021 at 8:00 a.m. This job opportunity is limited to the first 100 applications and will close when the 100th application is received.

Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures. The selected candidate will be required to go through a background check and a physical examination prior to appointment. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements, including submission of all required attachments, will not be considered.
 
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:
The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of Long Beach intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format, please call (562) 570-6944.
In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer and/or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public. This information is available in an alternative format by request at the agency contact on the bulletin. If a special accommodation is desired, please contact the agency two (2) business days prior to the test, if applicable.