We are hiring an organized and detail oriented individual to join our Page team! You will ensure library materials are shelved accurately and create a positive and inviting atmosphere for all patrons. Your work will be with staff and volunteers and you will contribute to the care of the library collection. If you are ready to make a positive impact on the Library's success, then one of these part time positions may be the job for you!

This position is available at the Belmar Library.

This part time position is scheduled 20 hours per week and is fully eligible for benefits. Employees in this position may elect to pick up additional shifts up to 40 hours per week at their discretion.

Apply By

09/02/24

Division

Library Division

Management Level

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

20

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for Standard Benefits which includes dental, medical, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, retirement matching, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

Description

Hiring Wage: $16.00 per hour.

• CORE LIBRARY SERVICE: Participates in tasks such as creating high-level customer service skills to determine patron needs. Creates a positive, inviting atmosphere for all patrons. Instructs patrons in use of self-check-out machines and regularly uses the automatic material handling systems. Processes materials including but not limited to checking library materials in/out. Processes holds and routes materials to other locations as needed. Performs basic author/title and informational searches. Prepares items to be shelved or repaired etc. Maintains records, processes materials form report and assists with various equipment. Along with Operations or supervisor determines status of damaged materials. Maintains a variety of computer and tangible files and generates requests as needed for daily maintenance of library. computers.
• CUSTOMER SERVICE: Answers in-person inquiries, helps patrons locate needed materials and refers patron to other appropriate assistance. Ensures adherence to established policies, procedures, and standards. Notifies operations or other supervisor(s) of problems as non-routine situations arise. Uses library computer systems & automated equipment. Submits records and reports as required by library management.
• MERCHANDISING: Participates in the design/creation of displays and informational/directional aids. Ensures access to all materials both physical and digital. Assists with the general appearance and safety of the location.
• OPERATIONAL ORGANIZATION: Builds and maintains current knowledge of the library profession by utilizing electronic and physical resources. Stays current on new trends and technologies by participating in trainings and other development activities. Participates in staff and division meetings. May participate on committees and/or task forces as assigned. Suggests best practices and procedures for pages. May assist in coordinating the work of volunteers. Keeps current on library policies and procedures relevant to division and library as a whole. Monitors adherence to Library policies procedure and/or communicates polices to patrons as necessary.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• The hiring range for this position is at or near $16.00.
• Be ready for the physicality of the position - standing, lifting, carrying, kneeling, and reaching as you sort, shelve, and organize materials.
• Minimum age: 16, as of the date of your application.
• Ability to stand, bend, crouch, stretch, and push book carts for four or more hours in this physical job.
• Ability to put things in numerical and alphabetical order and pull items (books, CDs, DVDs, magazines, etc.) from sorter bins.
• Ability to be organized, detail oriented, visually creative and have a knack for merchandising our materials on display.
• Ability to exert 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly.
• Available to work 20 hours per week which may include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Page shift times differ by location but are generally morning, afternoon and evening.
  
  

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Library Services