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January 22, 2025  

MCLS Services Full-Time Circulation Librarian, Ridgeland Branch

Locations:
Ridgeland, MS
Job Description:
Position Summary: Must have great interpersonal communication skills and enjoy working with people, as this job requires a high level of interaction with the public. An ability to multi-task and prioritize while exceeding the needs of our patrons is also desired.
Requirements:
Education/Experience/Skills: Undergraduate degree, customer service and computer experience required. Previous library experience preferred.
Responsibilities:
Duties and responsibilities include the following but are not limited to:

• Works under the supervision of the Head of Circulation Librarian and Branch Manager
• Registers patrons, issues cards, and updates records
• Collects monies, uses the cash register to keep up with all money
• Checks materials in and out using the automated ILS system
• Calls patrons regarding in-house holds
• Answers telephones and provides routine information or refers and transfers calls
• Provides research assistance, reference help, and readers’ advisory services to the public
• Assists patrons with computer activities, such as basic level word processing, email tasks, and search activities
• Provides access as needed to the Genealogy and History collection
• Assists with shelf reading, shifting books and re-shelving materials as needed
• Responds promptly and courteously to resolve patron complaints
• Refers patrons, whose complaints cannot be resolved, to the Head of Circulation Librarian
• Assists Branch Manager with all steps of programming within the branch.
• Other duties as assigned by Branch Manager.

Hours: This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Work days and times will vary among MCLS branches.

Salary: Salary dependent upon education and experience. Full state benefits package including state health and life insurance, basic dental and vision insurance, state approved holidays throughout the year, paid sick and vacation leave, and participation in state retirement and deferred compensation.

Physical Requirements: 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. While performing normal duties of this job, employees may be required to sit or stand for longer periods of time and/or move from one area of the library to another. The employee may be required to climb ladders or step stools, stoop, bend, kneel, reach, push or pull loaded book carts, lift and carry stacks of books, or move boxes of materials of considerable weight from one location to another. The employee may be required to lift up to 35 pounds. The employee should have sufficient vision and hand/eye coordination to perform repetitive movements and job duties. Tasks require visual perception and discrimination as well as oral communications ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

APPLY ONLINE OR IN PERSON AT ONE OF OUR BRANCHES:
Submit resume, cover letter, and employment application online at http://www.mclsms.org/employment.php
Email resume, cover letter, and employment application to tterry@mcls.ms
Drop off resume, cover letter, and employment application in person at any of our MCLS branches.

Posted: January 22, 2025
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Available: February 1, 2025

All applicants are required to fill out a complete and accurate MCLS Job application. (Resumes supported by transcripts, copies of degrees and continuous education certificates are helpful in giving consideration to full qualifications.)

This job description is subject to be changed by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

MADISON COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Madison County Library System
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Canton, MS 39046
601-859-7733

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