Winfield Public Library is hiring a part-time Circulation Clerk. Applications will be accepted through July 10, 2026.
Hours (10-15 hours per week)
Hours vary between 10:00 am – 8:00 pm weekdays / 9:00 am – 5:00 on Saturdays and 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm weekends
Wage: $11 – $13 per hour
POSITION TITLE: Circulation Clerk
REPORTS TO: Head of Circulation & Library Director
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY:
To serve patrons of the Winfield Public Library. This requires knowing the Winfield Public Library’s position on service and access to library resources for all.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Assists patrons at the OPACs, locates materials in all parts of the library, assists with the internet and other public-access computers as well as other library equipment.
- Shelves books.
- Provides direct information and reader’s advisory services, referring questions to SCKLS or other staff members when appropriate.
- Knows and performs all aspects of the circulation function.
- Assists with the overdue and inter-library loan process.
- Maintains patron records.
- Assists with database maintenance that includes withdrawing selected materials, moving new items to the general collection and other similar activities for the general good of the library.
- Assists in supervision of circulation assistants, and training of new staff members.
- Perform daily check-in of periodicals and newspapers.
- Promotes all services and programs of the library.
- Answers and routes telephone calls as received from the public.
- Walks through the library at regular intervals when on desk duty to check the general appearance of the library, making adjustments and improvements.
- Performs general maintenance on library equipment, i.e. changing toner cartridges in copier.
- Implements emergency procedures when appropriate.
- Performs opening and closing procedures.
- Assists in the processing of new materials.
- Assists in the arrangement and management of donated materials.
- Completes special projects as requested and other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCES AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Demonstrated positive support/service attitude is required to meet, communicate with, and serve the public effectively.
- At the level of some college course work, ability to read and comprehend both written and oral instructions, to initiate own work, and to multi-task.
- Proficiency in the application of basic clerical skills and ability to process information effectively using a computer is required.
- Pleasant and courteous service desk response is required.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
This position is operated in an “office” environment and requires the ability to handle informational items and boxes up to 25 lbs; to pull/push book carts, and the ability to reach items on high and low shelves.
How to Apply:
Apply in person at WPL. Applications are available at the front desk
or fill out our application form in advance and send to:
Winfield Public Library
Attn: Director
director@wpl.org
605 College Street
Winfield, KS 67156
Winfield Public Library (WPL) is an equal opportunity employer. WPL does not discriminate in employment with regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other characteristic protected by law.
