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Description
Applications will be accepted for this position until the position is filled. The selection process may include a written examination and interview.
This hourly position is not in Civil Service and does not receive benefits.
9-15 hours/week
THE POSITION
The main job of a Library Page is putting books, DVDs, CDs, and magazines back on the shelves and preparing the library for opening and closing. The ability to quickly and accurately sort things alphabetically and numerically is required. This is an ideal job for someone who enjoys organizing and who can work quietly on their own.
DEFINITION
Under supervision, sorts, shelves, straightens, relocates, and searches for library materials, re-orders and organizes materials as needed, provides basic directional information to patrons, performs basic circulation duties using computer software, performs physical tasks to support library programs and procedures, performs closing procedures, and does related work as required.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Sorts and shelves materials, assists at public service desks; inspects materials for wear and damage and does basic mending of same; keeps books and periodical shelves in order; assists in taking inventory of books; performs basic custodial tasks as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of: Basic clerical functions, principles of alphabetical and numerical filing, basic record keeping procedures.
Ability to: Sort material quickly and accurately in alphabetic or numeric order; follow oral and written directions; interact positively and cooperate with co-workers, respond politely to library patrons, work as a team member, function under demanding time pressure, respond in a positive manner to supervision, and attend work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis.
Must be physically able to stand for extended periods, walk, bend, kneel, push wheeled carts, lift, reach overhead, go up and down stairs, and use a step stool.
Availability for evening and Saturday shifts is required.
Age: Minimum age of sixteen.
Education: Completion of the tenth grade in high school.
Experience: None
Ideal Candidate
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of: Basic clerical functions, principles of alphabetical and numerical filing, basic record keeping procedures.
Ability to: Sort material quickly and accurately in alphabetic or numeric order; follow oral and written directions; interact positively and cooperate with co-workers, respond politely to library patrons, work as a team member, function under demanding time pressure, respond in a positive manner to supervision, and attend work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis.
Must be physically able to stand for extended periods, walk, bend, kneel, push wheeled carts, lift, reach overhead, go up and down stairs, and use a step stool.
Availability for evening and Saturday shifts is required.
Age: Minimum age of sixteen.
Education: Completion of the tenth grade in high school.
Experience: None
Benefits
This hourly position is not in Civil Service and does not receive benefits.
Special Instructions
Applications will be accepted for this position until the position is filled.
The selection process may include a written examination and interview.
9-15 hours/week