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Library Clerk - Youth Services

City of Dubuque

1 Positions

ID: 83246

Posted On 10/15/2025

Job Overview

Position Summary

**Work Schedule:** This position may require varied hours, including evenings and weekends, based on operational needs.

**General Summary:** Under the supervision of the Library’s Youth Services Manager or Library Aide, performs sorting and shelving library materials, recycling newspapers, and limited mail responsibilities. Employees work under direct supervision, although they may operate with some independence once procedures are learned, with only occasional checks for adherence to prescribed standards; and performs other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate possesses a desire to be part of an organization that values service, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation and teamwork.

Job Duties

+ Provide customer service and assist patrons.

+ Clean CDs, DVDs and books.

+ Identify need for repairs to materials.

+ Re-shelve materials.

+ Read shelves for accuracy.

+ Shift collections.

+ Perform closing procedures.

+ Prepare mail for distribution.

+ Run errands.

+ Participate in the City’s intercultural competency training program.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES** **:

+ Possession of strong organizational skills; skill with filing items both alphabetically and numerically; and effective and efficient verbal and written communications skills.

+ Ability to handle information with discretion and confidentiality; to learn routine library procedures; relate to, work pleasantly with and communicate effectively with co-workers and the public; follow oral and written instructions; perform duties such as shelving materials, maintain the organization of the collection and orderliness of public areas by returning materials to their proper locations; and monitor tables, countertops and placement of small furniture.

+ Ability to work without direct supervision; and to initiate independent work with minimal direction and completing tasks in a timely manner.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Must be at least 15 years of age or older. https://www.iowadivisionoflabor.gov/child-labor

+ Selection for hire is dependent upon the ability to complete and pass a library shelving exercise.

PREFEFFED QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Library experience and/or knowledge of the Dewey Decimal System.

Primary Contact

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City Attorney's Office City of Dubuque

City Attorney's Office, City of Dubuque

563-583-4113

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Job Details

Location

Dubuque, IA

Job Type

Employee

Full/Part

Part Time

Pay/Salary

$17.63 - $23.04 Hourly

Company ID

931

Job REQ #

\# Positions

1

Start Date

20251015

End Date

20251029

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City of Dubuque

About the Company

Whether at City Hall or out on city streets, our employees serve our residents, businesses, and visitors every day. Join the City of Dubuque team to be part of a high-performance organization dedicated to the community and to delivering excellent municipal services. We are input-oriented, see problems as opportunities, search for creative solutions, and work as a team to accomplish goals and build partnerships. At the City of Dubuque, your work is meaningful and supports the community.

The City of Dubuque values its employees and offers competitive salaries and benefits such as:

+ Health and Dental Insurance

+ 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave

+ Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Holidays

+ Flexible Spending Accounts

+ Retirement Savings (IPERS)

+ Deferred Compensation Plan

+ Life and AD&D Insurance Coverage

+ Short-Term Disability

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Tuition Reimbursement Program

+ Longevity Pay Starting After 6 Years of Service

+ Flexible Work Arrangements

+ Paid Time Volunteering

With positions in over 30 departments and divisions, your perfect career fit is waiting for you at the City of Dubuque. Ready to join our team? Visit www.CityOfDubuque.org/Jobs .