<div dir="ltr"><div>The Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox County is seeking a full-time Children's Clerk/Library Assistant</div><div>Location: 201 North Mulberry Street, Mount Vernon, OH 43050</div><div><br></div><div>Please send resumes to <a href="mailto:eoberlin@knox.net">eoberlin@knox.net</a></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Title:</span></b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""> Clerk/Library Assistant<span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Department:</span></b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""> Youth Services Department<span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Reports to: </span></b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Head of Youth Services<span></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Job Classification: </span></b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Full time staff member; 40 hours/week. Includes days,
nights, and every other Saturday.<span></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Non-Exempt; Salary Range: $15.55-
$17.78/ hour, depending on experience and education; Benefit Eligible; Holiday
Pay; OPERS Retirement<span></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Job Summary: </span></b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Assist customers in borrowing and using library materials,
services, and equipment; plan and implement Elementary aged children's programs
and assist with other youth programs as needed; organize, plan, and create library
displays; and assist customers with reader's advisory information as
appropriate.<span></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Essential Duties: </span></b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""><span></span></span></p>
<ul type="disc" style="margin-bottom:0in"><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Provide exemplary customer service to customers by
answering directional and reference questions, locating materials,
processing hold requests, monitoring behavior of library users, and
ensuring the library is neat and orderly.<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Perform clerical duties common to a library
environment including: checking in/out materials, issuing library
cards, collecting fines, charge payment for lost or damaged items,
answering the telephone, renewing materials, etc.<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Enforce library policy and procedures, provide
direction, and problem solving.<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Plan and present library programs for youth,
specifically Elementary aged children. Implementation will be alone and/or
with other staff members.<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Instruct and assist customers in how to use Public Access
Catalog terminal and other library equipment.<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Knowledge of available resources related to technology,
including equipment, devices, social media, library website, and other
digital content and audiovisual material that are offered by the library.<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Prepare for opening and closing by turning on/off
lights and equipment.<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Organize, plan, and create library displays.<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">All other duties as assigned.<span></span></span></li></ul>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">General Requirements:</span></b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""> Along with the commitment and desire to provide excellent
service to library customers, all Public Library of Mount Vernon and Knox
County employees must have the ability to maintain predictable and regular
attendance, work a flexible schedule including daytime, evening, and weekend
hours, communicate, and follow library policy and procedure and develop and maintain
positive working relationships with all internal and external customers. All
employees must be able to understand library wide operations, satisfactorily
perform all the responsibilities associated with a specific job title and meet
the physical requirements of the same job. All employees must have the ability
to alphabetize and perform basic math operations. In addition, all employees
must have the ability to work according to the priorities as established by
library administration and/or the library board of trustees and to adapt to
change as necessary. <span></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Minimum Education, Experience, and
Licensing Requirements:</span></b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""><span></span></span></p>
<ul type="disc" style="margin-bottom:0in"><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Must be eligible for lawful employment in the U.S.<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">High School diploma or equivalent required<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Must successfully pass a background check<span></span></span></li></ul>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Minimum Knowledge, Skills,
Abilities, and Other Characteristics:</span></b><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""><span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""><span> </span></span></p>
<ul type="disc" style="margin-bottom:0in"><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Must enjoy working with youth and able to establish a
good rapport with children of all ages.<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Show enthusiasm and commitment to excellent customer
service, show courtesy and patience, and ability to work with all age
groups and diverse populations of customers.<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Uphold the highest level of honesty and integrity and
always represent the library in a positive and professional manner.<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Embrace innovation and experimentation with emerging
technologies and related tools.<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Maintain an awareness of developments in the field of
public library services.<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Excellent verbal, written, and telephone skills.<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Keyboarding, filing, basic math, and alphabetizing
skills.<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Ability to follow verbal, written, and telephone
instructions.<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Ability to maintain confidential information.<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Ability to establish and maintain effective
relationships with customers, staff, and general public.<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Ability to organize and prioritize workload.<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Ability to perform several tasks simultaneously and
under pressure.<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Ability to work independently and with a team.<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Ability to perform detail-oriented duties accurately.<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Ability to operate and instruct others in operation of
computer terminals and other equipment.<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Ability to recognize and respond to potential dangers
to customer and staff.<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Knowledge of and ability to communicate library
policies, procedures, and techniques to the public.<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite and other
software.<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Ability to perform the physical activities associated
with this job, including repeated bending and lifting.<span></span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height:normal;margin:0in 0in 10pt;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Flexibility in scheduling in regard to lunch breaks,
length of workday, staff vacations, illnesses, and emergencies.<span></span></span></li></ul>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Open Date: 3/7/25<span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Close Date: 3/21/25<span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""><span> </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">EOE Statement<span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">We are an equal opportunity
employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability
status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.<span></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif""><span> </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Example schedule: <span></span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Mondays 10-6 or later (program
night)<span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Tuesdays 10-6 or later (program
night)<span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Wednesday 9-5<span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Thursdays 9-5<span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin:0in 0in 0.0001pt;line-height:normal;font-size:11pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><span style="font-size:14pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"">Fridays and Saturdays 9-5 every
other<span></span></span></p>
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