What are the responsibilities and job description for the 790527000 - Library Page position at CITY OF TROY?
Troy Public Library
Adult & Youth Services
Part-Time & Substitute
Rate of pay based on qualifications
Opportunities for growth
DUTIES
- Sort, shelve, and retrieve books, magazines, DVDs and other library materials.
- Check shelves for accuracy and re-shelves misplaced items.
- Load, unload, and use push carts and large bins to transport materials and equipment throughout the library.
- Use computer for email, data entry, and check-in/withdrawal of library materials.
- Maintain order and neatness in assigned service area.
- May assist with programs.
- May work in Adult Information Services, Youth Services, and/or Circulation departments as needed.
- Perform other related duties as required.
HOURS
- Part-time; Year-round.
- Average of fifteen (15) hours per week; Schedule will include days, evenings, and weekends.
- Must be able work a minimum of four substitute shifts per year if needed.
- This position offers 40 hours of paid time off per calendar year.
- Substitute; Year-round.
- Up to 15 hours per week; Schedule will include days, evenings, and weekends.
- Must be able work a minimum of four shifts per year if needed.
EVALUATION PROCESS
Interview and Library Page Skills Test
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 16 years of age.
- Must have attention to detail, accurate work, and the ability to interact with the public.
- Must be able to arrange library materials alphabetically and numerically, according to specific criteria.
- Must be able to perform frequent lifting and carrying of library materials, pushing and pulling book carts. Frequent stooping and reaching to shelve books on bottom and up to top shelf of library shelving areas (stacks), which will require use of portable library stools.
- Must be able to transport library materials from return bins to carts (lift up to 25 pounds and push up to 40 pounds).
- Must be familiar with Microsoft Office Suite and be able to use email and perform basic computer tasks.
- As a condition of employment, the successful candidate must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen (including marijuana).
PREFERENCES
- Recent library experience.
- Recent customer service experience.
The Troy Public Library is the hub of the vibrant, dynamic, and diverse City of Troy. The Library sees over 700,000 visitors per year and serves an educated and involved community. This position is eligible for paid time off (Earned Sick Time Act).
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The City of Troy is committed to providing equal opportunity employment to all applicants. The City of Troy will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, height, weight, marital status, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal and law.
