Library Page

Description:
Position Summary

The Library Page checks in, shelves, and maintains proper order of library materials, as well as operates and helps to maintain an automated sorting machine. This position also performs a variety of simple clerical tasks and related work.

The majority of work hours are spent placing library materials in order, shelving, checking in materials and working with an automated sorter machine.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential

Sorting and Shelving

Sorts and shelves materials according to the Dewey Decimal System. Checks shelves for proper order of materials. May shift collections as needed. Assess materials for damage and other issues and processes as appropriate. Maintains physical appearance of library to make it welcoming, vibrant, and inviting for patrons. Maintains library displays.

Circulation Duties

Operates and performs routine maintenance on the sorting machine. Empties book drop, puts appropriate materials through the sorter. Checks in the remaining items and processes holds. Pulls items to fill patron requests and prepares and processes items for home delivery.

Customer Service

Assists patrons in locating library materials. Answers routine directional questions, referring to appropriate staff members as needed. Arrives at work location on time, ready to interact with the public.

Records and Reports

Maintains good attendance and timekeeping records.

Marginal

Assists with programs, including set-up and takedown, as requested. Assists with opening and closing procedures. Assists with displays, on site collection promotion and other collection maintenance tasks.

Performs other duties as assigned.

. Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Provides exemplary customer service and maintains a favorable public image of the library. The incumbent has a desire to work in a public service role. Has excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with people from diverse backgrounds, including youth, families, volunteers, and coworkers. Builds and maintains positive working relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization and fosters positive partnerships with outside organizations. Must be able to work independently and may be required to work remotely.

Proficient with standard Microsoft applications (including Office and Google applications), online library automation system and online searching. Understands the role of technology in providing library services and is proficient in that technology. Ability to learn and adapt to new software and equipment technologies.

Experience: None

Education: Current enrollment in high school or GED program

Training, Licenses, or Certifications: Valid Driver’s License

Supervisory Responsibility: None

Preferred Qualifications: Bilingual, preferably Spanish-English, Russian-English, or other languages. A High School diploma or G.E.D. and 1 year of work experience in a library, education, retail or customer-service related position or similar experience. Desired personal attributes include: a positive approach to interacting with the public and a sense of humor.

Working Conditions

Physical Requirements: The job requires the employee to constantly stand, twist/turn, maintain flexibility, hear, listen, see, and speak clearly; frequently stoop/bend and walk; seldom sit, kneel, crawl, and balance. The job also requires the employee to lift and carry 10-25 lbs; reach at, above, and below shoulder height; grasp objects weighing 10-25 lbs.; push and pull objects weighing 50 lbs.

Mental Requirements: The job requires the employee to read, write, perform clerical duties, comprehend and use perception, perform alphabetical and numerical sorting/filing, and perform basic math.

Technology, Equipment, and Devices: The job requires the employee to regularly operate and exhibit proficiency with computers and commonly used computer applications, library systems and databases, email and cloud environments, and may use social media. The job requires the employee to operate and occasionally troubleshoot general office equipment, sorting equipment, and book carts. This position requires operation of a vehicle on behalf of the District.

Work Environment: The job requires the employee to be subjected to repetition, working alone, working around others and remotely. The position subjects the incumbent to verbal contact with others, face-to-face contact, inside environments, mechanical equipment, and moving objects.

Expected Hours of Work: The job requires employees to work a varied schedule, including days, evenings, and weekends (Saturday and Sunday). Position schedule is subject to change at any time at the discretion of management.

Expected travel: This job may require local travel to work in a branch location.

Disclaimers: The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Meridian Library District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring and employment practices are done without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or disability. In addition, preference in employment may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.