Job Description
THE CITY OF PORTALES, NEW MEXICO POSITION POSTING #2026-31 POSITION: CLERK DEPARTMENT: PORTALES MUNICIPAL LIBRARY STATUS: NON-EXEMPT REPORTS TO: LIBRARY DIRECTOR, CIRCULATION SUPERVISOR & YOUTH SERVICES LIBRARIAN SHIFT: REGULAR - 40 HOURS PER WEEK SALARY: $13.48-$17.59 HOURLY/$28,038.40-$36,587.20 ANNUALLY DOE GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Under the supervision of the Library Director, Circulation Supervisor, and Youth Service Librarian, the Library Clerk performs a wide variety of tasks in direct support of library operations. Duties will include assisting with children’s programs, computer lab assistance and checking in and out library materials.
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Although the following are typical of the tasks and responsibilities routinely performed, additional tasks and/or responsibilities requiring comparable or lesser skills, knowledge, or dexterity may be assigned.
- Using computer, check in and out library materials.
- Assist citizens with the general operation of computers.
- Assist with the preparations and participate in children’s programs.
- Shelve library materials.
- Prepare bulletin boards and displays.
- Answer telephones, take messages, handle money transactions and perform general clerical tasks.
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS: - High school graduate, some college preferred.
- Must be able to meet the public in a courteous and efficient manner under sometimes stressful situations.
- Should be familiar with general and clerical office routines, such as typing and filing.
- Ability to work efficiently and accurately in an atmosphere of frequent interruptions.
- Good accurate math skills and the ability to follow through on work assignments.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, and other department personnel.
- Knowledge and experience in computer operations needed.
- Prior experience with children’s programming preferred.
- Bilingual preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: - Ability to lift up to twenty-five (25) pounds occasionally, from ground to waist level, or from ground to shoulder level.
- Ability to sit for up to four hours at one time, and up to eight (8) hours total per day, with opportunities to change positions.
3. Ability to stand or walk up to four (4) hours at a time, and up to eight (8) hours total per day.
4. Ability to crouch and/or kneel.
5. Ability to bend at the waist and twist or rotate if necessary.
6. Ability to work with arms bent for up to (4) four hours at a time, and up to eight (8) hours total per day.
7. Ability to grasp and manipulate such items as paperwork, telephone, writing utensils, and other items
used throughout the workday.
- Ability to coordinate use of hands and eyes in operation of various office equipment.
- While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to talk or hear.
WORK SCHEDULE: The regular work week is 8 hours a day, Monday through Friday, with one hour off for lunch. Some Saturdays are required, at least every other Saturday, as well as some evenings for attending meetings.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: - Limited travel – ability to travel for training may be required.
- Overnight travel may be required.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: - Must pass a background investigation including work history, criminal records, driving records and other records deemed necessary.
DEADLINE TO SUBMIT REQUIRED APPLICATION: Position to remain open until filled. Review is weekly starting Tuesday, September 29, 2026. Applicant must submit required application to Human Resources at City Hall, 1028 W Community Way, Portales, N.M. 88130 or online at
The City of Portales is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace. I have read and understood the above position specifications for Clerk for the Library. I understand the demands and expectations of the position described and to the best of my knowledge, believe I can perform these duties.
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Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Work at office, Monday to Friday, Shift work, Night shift, Afternoon shift