Job Description

About Westchester Community College:

Westchester Community College was founded in 1946 as the New York State Institute of Applied Arts and Sciences in White Plains. In 1957, the County of Westchester bought the 360-acre John Hartford estate in Valhalla and designated 218 acres for the community college. Westchester Community College is more than just the county's largest educational institution. It is a living, breathing part of Westchester that goes beyond the influence of a typical college and affects the lives of all who enter its doors.

Job Description:

The P/T Library Clerk performs general duties related to the circulation of library materials using the Alma library management system (i.e. checking in and out materials, processing holds, renewals, billing, and other library user requests). Other responsibilities include shelving and organizing materials, and assisting users in the use of library equipment.  All other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Possession of a high school/equivalency diploma and one year of general clerical experience. (The satisfactory completion of 30 credits at a recognized college or business school may be substituted for the one year of experience.)  Strong computer skills (i.e. MS Office, e-mail management and data entry). Other requirements include customer service skills, the ability to multitask, written and oral communication skills, and attention to detail. Physical conditions are commensurate with the demands of the position, including standing, bending and lifting.

Additional Information:

POSITION EFFECTIVE: The position will remain open until filled.

WORK SCHEDULE:  28 hours per week maximum. Two (2) week nights: 5:00 pm-9:30 pm (Monday - Thursday) and alternate weekends, Saturdays: 9 am-5 pm and Sundays: 1 pm-4 pm are required.

SALARY & BENEFITS: $15.10 per hour. No benefits.

Application Instructions:

TO APPLY:    Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire.  Please submit your resume and cover letter.  Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Westchester Community College provides accessible, high quality and affordable education to meet the needs of our diverse community. We are committed to student success, academic excellence, workforce development, economic development and lifelong learning. 

The College will provide equal opportunity in all of its employment practices to all persons without unlawful discrimination on the basis of political affiliation, age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, arrest or conviction record, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, or use or non-use of lawful products off College premises during nonworking hours, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.