Library Clerk Resume

The main tasks of a library clerk is to maintain records of customers, check the condition of books at the time of return, collect payment, late fees, etc. He or she has to assist patrons in picking the relevant books, journals, magazines and reference materials. The person will also help assistant librarians in shelving library items and other assigned tasks. As library clerks deals in direct contact with customers, they have to be good in verbal and written communication.

Library Clerk Resume Sample Format

Richard Anderson
1234, West 67 Street
Carlisle, MA 01741
(123) 456 7890

Objective:
To work as a library clerk and contribute my experience and skills in providing excellent customer services to patrons and looking after library assets.

Summary of Skills:

Able to maintain manual and electronic files
Familiar with library on-line system
Hold in-depth knowledge of prioritizing, organizing and managing tasks
Excellent communication skill to maintain good relations with customers and co-workers
Familiar with the tools, terminologies and standard operating procedure used in libraries
Ability to check and unpack large boxes of books and records according to the purchase orders and invoice
Competent in performing multidimensional assignments of different levels of complexity
Familiar with the operating procedures of fax and photocopy machines, including scanner

Computer Skills: Proficient in

MS Outlook
MS Word
MS Excel
Power point

Experience:

Library Clerk - Friendly County Library, Carlisle, MA
2011 - present

Register and welcome new patrons
Perform circulation services wherever needed in the Friendly County Library for about 16 branches
Resolve disputes about fines and other charges on patrons account
Instruct patrons to manage their accounts by phone, in person and online
Change and review the status of patrons who have canceled membership
Attend meetings of community services team
Participate in solving problems in materials movement and processing
Add input in the library website creation

Library Clerk, Central Circulation and Book Store Department
University of Carlisle, MA
2009 - 2011

Worked according to the standard protocol of the library
Prepared, issued and renewed membership cards
Entered details of new and opted-out members into the system
Listed the details of books that needed special attention for preservation
Attended auctions and fetched books on decent prices
Monitored in the housekeeping staff and maintained clean work area

Library Clerk, Liberty Library, Carlisle, MA
2008 - 2009

Handled the book shelving duties as instructed by librarian
Maintained a register and soft copy of books in and out
Greeted customers and listened to their interest and requirements in books
Drafted reminders and collected fines from patrons for late submission
Prepared a sheet for late fee and return schedule for patrons' references
Contributed in the enhancing of filing system of the library

Education:
High School Diploma
Faith High School, Carlisle, MA
2008

References:
Available upon request.