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The Mid-Mississippi Regional Library System, an equal opportunity employer, is now accepting applications for the position of Library Clerk for the Carthage-Leake County Library

Under the supervision of the Carthage-Leake County Librarian, the Carthage-Leake County Library Clerk is responsible for providing excellent customer service in the delivery of library services to the patrons of the Carthage-Leake County Library.

Starting base salary of $26,000.00 per year plus co-pay state health insurance, state retirement, and other benefits. A 40-hour-per-week position. Regular working hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

The deadline to apply is Sunday, November 2, 2026

Please review the position summary, requirements, salary, benefits, and system information below before applying. Click HERE or the banner above to complete the preliminary application. If you would like to submit a resume along with your application, email director@mmrls.lib.ms.us and place “Resume (your name)” in the subject line. Resumes must be received by the application deadline date to be considered.

KeyKey Responsibilities:

  • Communicate and interact effectively with the public in order to conduct transactions, accept requests for information, explain services, and provide other assistance as necessary;
  • Assist in the shelving and maintenance of library collections and resources;
  • Collect statistical data and prepare reports as needed or required;
  • Demonstrate a clear understanding of library policies and operations and an ability to carry out and explain those policies when necessary;
  • Maintain an interest, enthusiasm, and knowledge of the informational, educational, and recreational needs of library patrons, as well as current library services and materials;
  • Participate in programs and activities which promote and encourage library use as needed or required;
  • Maintain an understanding and ability to use all relevant technology, including but not limited to library computers, library automation software, the Internet, and clerical equipment;
  • Create and maintain patron records and accounts and maintain the confidentiality of those records;
  • Collect, record, and account for all monies received in the library during work hours; 
  • Help maintain a welcoming, orderly, neat, and safe library environment;
  • Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Core Competencies:

  • Work Ethic: Is productive, diligent, conscientious, timely, and loyal. Conscientiously abides by rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Integrity: Models and demonstrates high standards of integrity, trust, openness, and respect for others. Demonstrates integrity by honoring commitments and maintaining necessary confidentiality.
  • Service Orientation: Demonstrates a commitment to quality public service through statements and actions. Seeks to understand and meet and/or exceed the needs and expectations of customers. Treats customers with respect, responding to requests in a professional manner, even in difficult circumstances. 
  • Self-Management Skills: Effectively manages emotions and maintains a positive attitude. Works effectively and cooperatively with others. Treats all people with respect, courtesy, and consideration.
  • Accountability: Accepts responsibility for actions and results. Takes ownership of tasks and mistakes.
  • Library Advocacy: Communicates the importance of library services to the public.
  • Communication Skills: Receives, attends to, interprets, and responds to verbal and written messages and instructions and expresses information to individuals effectively.
  • Technical Proficiency: Reads, comprehends, and correctly applies all rules, regulations, and policies applicable to work assignments. Performs work with a minimum amount of supervision when necessary.
  • Problem Solving/Decision Making: Identifies, analyzes, and solves problems. Has the ability and willingness to cooperate with other employees in identifying and solving problems in order to effectively and efficiently complete assigned tasks.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School Graduate, or GED is required;
  • Two years of college and some previous customer service work experience is preferred;
  • Education and prior relevant work experience are equalizing factors that will be considered;
  • Leake County residents will be given preference;  
  • Great customer service, computer/technical, and communication skills;
  • Valid Mississippi Driver’s License.

Working Conditions:

A 40-hour-per-week position. Regular hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Overtime and travel may occasionally be required to complete job duties. Employee may be required to work with minimal or general supervision. Tasks may often require standing or sitting for long periods of time. Employee may frequently exert force equivalent to lifting up to 20 pounds and/or occasionally exert force equivalent to lifting up to approximately 35 pounds. Though most duties will be performed in an office environment, employee may occasionally encounter an environment that is dusty and/or dirty with a lack of environmental control. Must have the physical ability to climb a step stool and rolling ladder, move a book truck, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch and bend. Employee may be required to work under stressful conditions, and in environments that present continuous interruptions and background noises. Employee will be required to respond appropriately to unexpected situations and scenarios.

Disclaimer:

The Mid-Mississippi Regional Library reserves the right to modify job duties or job descriptions at any time. The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties, responsibilities, skills, or abilities of the job described, but are instead intended to describe the general nature of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Additional Information:

Training Period: Three Months

Benefits:

  • Access to the Mississippi State and School Employees’ Life and Health Insurance Plan, a self-insured plan that provides coverage for more than 185,000 active employees, dependents, spouses and retirees.
    • Health benefits are administered by Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi through the AHS State Network of physicians, hospitals and other health care providers, available exclusively only to Plan participants. BCBSMS provides participants with an online medical explanation of benefits and many other tools to manage their health care.
  • Optional supplemental employee paid insurance
  • Co-paid state retirement through the Public Employees’ Retirement System of Mississippi (PERS)
  • Annual and sick leave; other miscellaneous leave
  • Approximately 10 – 12 paid holidays per year

System Introduction
The Mid-Mississippi Regional Library System became a regional multi-county public library system in 1957. It is a tax-supported public library organization that serves Attala, Holmes, Leake, Montgomery, and Winston Counties with thirteen branch locations. MMRLS features centralized libraries in Attala County (Kosciusko) and Winston County (Louisville). Two public libraries in Leake County are located in Carthage and Walnut Grove. Three public libraries serve Montgomery County at Duck Hill, Kilmichael, and Winona. Six public libraries are located in Holmes County in Durant, Lexington, and Tchula and the towns of Goodman, Pickens, and West. For more information, visit midmisslib.com.


Mission Statement

The Mid-Mississippi Regional Library System is dedicated to providing outstanding customer service shaped by the needs of our communities.

Vision Statement

The Mid-Mississippi Regional Library System believes that information should be free and easily accessible to all who seek it and that libraries are crucial to providing this access. MMRLS is committed to providing our community with the capability to explore, create, and learn in a safe and inviting environment, guided by a knowledgeable, professional, and courteous staff.