City of Killeen, Texas Hiring for Library Clerk at Killeen, TX Full Time

$14.33 Hourly

Location

Library – Killeen, TX

Job Type

Full-time

Department

Community Development

Division

Library

Opening Date

05/02/2025

Closing Date

5/16/2025 11:59 PM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Job Description

Performs a variety of routine and manual clerical work necessary circulate library material, provides basic reference services, assists public computer users, and assists with the creation and delivery of library programs.

Employee has no supervisory responsibilities.

Essential Duties

Core Competencies

Shelve library materials and shelf-read to ensure materials are in proper order.

Transfer mail and daily cash receipts between the libraries and the appropriate City departments.

Perform daily transfer of materials between the libraries, when assigned.

Assist at special events, as assigned.

When Assigned To Circulation Duties

• Register and update patron accounts.
• Check library materials in and out.
• Receive and account for various fee payments.
• Prepare various simple reports.
• Maintain patron application files.
• May be assigned to repair library materials with minor damage.

When Assigned To Programming Duties

• Sets up and assists with story times, craft programs and other programs.
• May plan and lead story times, craft programs, and STEM activities.

Prepares Keeps the Children’s areas neat and orderly.

• craft projects in advance; instructs and assists children and their caregivers in the completion of projects, when assigned to Children’s programs.
• Sets up and supervises movie and game programs.
• Assists Program Librarian or Children’s Librarian at outreach events.
• Keeps the Children’s areas neat and orderly.

When Assigned To Reference Duties

• Prepares reference desk for opening and/or closing.
• Assists patrons at public computer terminals by helping them logon and giving them basic instruction in the use of computers and internet search engines.
• Assists patrons in locating print and electronic sources that meet their informational needs.
• Logs in periodicals and prepares them for use.

Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in the Department and City attendance policies and procedures; ensures all behaviors comply with the City’s Personnel Rules and Regulations.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Possesses and maintains a valid driver’s license and complies with the City of Killeen’s driving policy.

Special Requirements

• Must have a valid driver’s license by date of hire.
• Must obtain and maintain a Texas Driver’s License within 90 days of hire.
• Must be able to work evenings and Saturdays.

Required Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Working knowledge of library classification systems.
• Ability to keep program attendees engaged.
• Ability to interact productively and positively with library patrons.
• Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment.
• Ability to accurately maintain library filing systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to type.
• Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.

Supplemental Information

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Computer, printer, photocopier, telephone; Colibri book covering machine, disc repair machine, book truck, die cutting machines and hand punches; scissors, paints, glues, and assorted craft tools.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk, and hear; to use hands or fingers to handle or use objects, tools, or controls; and to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, or crouch and occasionally required to climb or balance.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is generally moderate.

At City of Killeen, we are committed to your health and well-being. We are proud to provide you and your family with valuable and significant benefits.

We all work together to make City of Killeen a success, and our teamwork extends to your benefits. Your health and well-being are important to us, so we provide benefit options to make your and your family’s lives better. Together, let’s invest in you.

The City of Killeen offers the following Benefits to full time employees:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Benefits
• Medical, Vision Dental
• Health Savings Account/ Flexible Spending Account
• TMRS
• 457 Deferred Retirement Account
• Short Term/Long Term Disability
• Accident/ Critical Illness/ Hospital Indemnity Supplemental Benefits

For more benefit information, visit www.killeentexas.gov

01

Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

02

How much experience do you have working in a Library?

• None
• Less than one year
• More than one year, less than three years
• More than three years

03

Are you able to work evenings, nights, and weekends?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you currently posses a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No
• No, but can obtain by Date of HIre

Required Question

Employer City of Killeen

Address 718 N. 2nd Street

Suite B

Killeen, Texas, 76541

Phone 254-501-7687

Website https://www.killeentexas.gov/