Definition
*NOTE: Starting 1/1/24 the salary for this position will be $16.00 hourly due to CA minimum wage increase*
APPLICATIONS WILL BE REVIEWED AFTER THE DATES LISTED BELOW.
Applications must be filled out completely and thoroughly. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of an application, but may be additionally attached.
The Library Page is a temporary, part-time position which performs a variety of routine manual and clerical tasks in support of library operations and activities, primarily checking in, sorting, and shelving material to maintain the work flow and order of the library.Schedule
- The specific work schedule(s) are typically flexibly scheduled as needed, generally less than 20 hours per week.
- Candidates must be able to work weekends and holidays.
- Schedule will fall within a Tuesday - Saturday workweek.
- Duration: position is ongoing as long as needed and supported by the budget. Budget is currently available through July 2024.
- Non-exempt, hourly rate at $16.00.
- Part-time positions are hourly and not eligible for benefits, and are limited to working 999 hours in a fiscal year (July 1 - June 30). No full-time regular appointment will be made from this class.
Examples of Essential Duties
NOTE: The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all the duties listed.
- Empty book drops and check in library materials using a computerized library system.
- Process library materials for circulation.
- Repair damaged library materials.
- Locate and retrieve materials for patron requests.
- Assist with library programs and displays.
- Assist with training Library Pages and volunteers.
- Sort/shelve library materials accurately according to library classifications systems (alphabetical and alphanumeric).
- Perform shelf reading and reorganize shelves for correct location of materials and attractive appearance of shelves.
- Perform routine clerical and support tasks
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Employment Standards
NOTE:The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the "Examples of Essential Duties" section of this specification.
Knowledge of:
- Modern office procedures and equipment
- Modern computer hardware and software
- Alphabetical, numerical, and chronological filing systems
- English usage and spelling
Ability to:
- Follow oral and written instructions
- Learn library practices and procedures
- Perform detailed work with speed and accuracy
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and written
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
High school diploma, G.E.D., or work permit.
Experience:
One (1) year or equivalent of Library Shelver experience.
Equivalent Experience:
Relevant college courses or career experience could count towards experience on a year-for-year basis (i.e., successful completion of 30 semester units could count as one year of full-time experience). Equivalency could also include experience such as working in an instructional setting or performing other detailed work related to the organization and filing of materials.
License, Certificate, Registration Requirements:
Some positions may require the possession of, or the ability to obtain and retain, a California Class C driver license by the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Physical Requirements: Frequent sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, bending, stooping, and crouching. Frequent lifting up to 50 pounds; reaching overhead to shelve books weighting up to 3 pounds. Perform repetitive hand, arm and body movement on a continual basis for up to an hour. Frequent writing, grasping, holding, and reaching overhead. Push or pull book cards weighing up to 250 pounds. Frequent public and coworker contact, occasional working alone.