FULL-TIME CIRCULATION ASSISTANT

Come join the friendliest library in Rockland County!

The Valley Cottage Library seeks an enthusiastic and dependable person for a full-time position with the Circulation Staff. As the first face our patrons encounter in person or by phone, our successful candidate must be friendly, approachable and able to greet and guide our patrons as they enter our award-winning facility.

​RESPONSIBLITIES:
The position will require you to spend your days surrounded by books while handling the check-in and out of library materials, assisting with library records, collecting fines, and answering the telephone. Circulation staff members must have strong customer service skills and be able to perform physical work for the duration of their shift, balance competing priorities, work well with a diverse clientele and problem-solve.

​REQUIREMENTS:
The successful candidate will possess strong computer skills including comfort in the MS Office environment as well as the ability to handle web-based interfaces. This position requires the ability to do physical work such as standing, bending and lifting (up to 30 pounds). The FT Circulation Clerk works closely with the Head of Circulation to assist with the day-to-day operations of the department.

The Valley Cottage Library hires individuals who can share their love of books, service, and community.

​MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A bachelor’s degree or three years of office or library experience is required. Familiarity with Symphony library software is a plus.

​Spanish-fluent applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

​HOURS & BENEFITS:
This position requires a 35-hour work week and will include evening and Saturday assignments. The 7-hour work day includes a paid 30-minute lunch period. The library offers a generous vacation/sick plan, a matching 403B plan and health insurance benefits. Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

​COVID-19 CONSIDERATIONS:
Applicants must be able to follow all of the Library’s COVID-19 health protocols including being able to tolerate a proper face covering for the duration of the work shift.

Valley Cottage Library is an equal opportunity employer.

​A completed employment application is required and can be obtained at www.valleycottagelibrary.org under ‘Library Services->Jobs at VCL’. Please email the completed application, a cover letter and resume using the subject “Circulation Assistant position’ to: Mia Clowes, Head of Circulation; vclsearchcommittee@rcls.org​

Deadline for submission is 10/13/2021. Qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Submit specified application materials to vclsearchcommittee@rcls.org.