Library Page

The purpose of this position is to ensure that library materials are checked-in, sorted and shelved in a timely and accurate manner so library patrons can quickly locate items of interest.  This position will also guide patrons to individual items or collections, or walk them to the appropriate staff resource, as needed.

1. Performs general day to day duties associated with respective department which include but are not limited to:
   1. Check in returned materials
   2. Sort returned materials
   3. Organize returned materials on book carts
   4. Re-shelve returned materials
   5. Shelf read collection
   6. Process new materials for circulation 
2. Reports Library safety and security matters to Library Management or Maintenance staff
3. Performs duties independently without direct supervision   
4. Offers ideas for improving operational effectiveness or efficiency to management team
5. May serve on internal committees
6. Performs other related work as assigned by the Director, Manager, or Page Supervisor

High School student diploma or GED, entry level position-related job experience is helpful

1. Ability to employ appropriate techniques to meet service needs
2. Ability to adapt to changes in the library profession
3. Ability to interact well with co-workers and public
4. Ability to utilize technology as required
5. The ability to effectively communicate ideas and information both in written and oral form.
6. Ability to set priorities in order to meet assignment deadlines
7. Ability to calculate basic arithmetic problems (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) without the use of a calculator
8. Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
9. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions
10. Ability to set priorities in order to meet assignment deadlines

The work environment and physical demands characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

1. Sitting, standing, walking, climbing and stooping
2. Bending, twisting and reaching
3. Talking and hearing; use of the telephone     
4. Far vision at 20 feet or further; near vision at 20 inches or less
5. Lifting and carrying: 50 pounds or less
6. Pushing and pulling: objects on wheels weighing 60-100 pounds
7. Handling: processing, picking up and shelving library materials
8. Fingering: typing, keyboarding, writing, filing, sorting, shelving and processing

Salary : $15