What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Page - Issaquah - 12 Hours position at King County Library System?
JOB
JOB NUMBER 2024-00176 King County Library System (KCLS) is seeking one detail-oriented Library Page to provide service to the Issaquah Library, which is located in the Riverview Region of King County libraries. The Library Page position performs work that involves handling and shelving of library materials in an accurate and timely manner. This position maintains the general order of the library by straightening books and materials on shelves and by keeping floors and tables clean and orderly. The successful candidate will pay close attention to details, be able to sort in alpha-numeric order, and will be able to effectively manage time to maximize productivity. The following work schedule is available: Schedule: Week 1-4Wednesday 11:15 am - 3:15 pmFriday 9:15 am - 1:15 pmSaturday 10:15 am - 2:15 pm All shifts worked at Issaquah Library.Note: Minor applicants must review the above work schedule to ensure compliance with Washington State's hour and schedule rules. More information can be found at https://www.lni.wa.gov/workers-rights/youth-employment/how-to-hire-minors. About King County Library System: KCLS has a vision of a world where knowledge allows diverse communities to prosper and grow. In order to support this vision we create opportunities through meaningful connections by acting as the knowledge sharing center for over 1.5 million diverse patrons. Approximately 1,000 engaged and passionate staff provide service in 50 library locations and in community engagement using direct outreach and virtual assistance. Our service area includes the cities, towns, tribal lands, and unincorporated districts of King County, with the exception of the city of Seattle. From a 2021-2022 comprehensive Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Assessment Demographics and Language Report, of the more than 1.5 million residents who live within the KCLS service area, almost half identify as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC). Moreover, roughly one-third of the KCLS community speaks a language other than English as their first language. The King County Library System is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. KCLS values diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures. KCLS encourages BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA , individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. As part of this commitment, KCLS provides reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position. To request reasonable accommodation to apply, please email employment@kcls.org.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Essential Duties/Major Responsibilities: Any of the following duties may be performed. These examples are not necessarily performed by all incumbents, however, and do not include all specific tasks an incumbent may be expected to perform.Shelves and maintains order of materials. Moves, distributes and assists with processing of incoming and outgoing materials manually and using materials handling equipment. Assists with opening, maintaining and closing libraries, including equipment and grounds activities. Prepares rooms for meetings and assures that accessories needed for meetings are available. Inspects materials for damages and process accordingly. Assists with program setup and takedown. Assists with displays and assigned projects and programs. Provides minimal directional assistance to patrons. Refers other questions. Secondary Duties: Participates in activities such as committee work, training, staff meetings, etc. Performs other related duties, as assigned. Core Competencies: Customer Focus Primarily focused on customer needs, able to deliver high quality, value added services. Constantly strives to find new ways to increase customer satisfaction and understanding, foster equitable services, and forge meaningful connections. Valuing Diversity Manages relationships with all kinds and classes of people inclusively and equitably; respects, values, and encourages the unique dimension each employee adds to the organization and each member of the community brings to the whole. Seeks opportunities to learn from differences. Ethics, Values, and Judgment Exercises best judgment, trustworthiness, and professional standards of conduct; consistently demonstrates organizational values, moral principles, and accountability in behavior, character and action. Defends intellectual freedom and patron confidentiality. Professional & Technical Knowledge Demonstrates proficiency in professional and technical skills/ and or knowledge in position-related areas; purposely keeps up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise, in order to foster personal success and connections for others. Approachability Listens more than they talk; allows appropriate time for interactions; purposely builds rapport, sets positive tone and exhibits confidence by body language and speech. Maintains boundaries. Work Quality Inspires and strives for excellence in all aspects of work including setting high standards of performance for self and others; ensures that results are complete and accurate; exhibits attention to detail. Teamwork/Collaborating Works cooperatively and productively with others to achieve goals and deliverables. Is aware of, utilizes and celebrate their own and team member’s strengths and differences.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly using hands to grasp objects and lift individual books, frequently required to stand and walk and reach at all levels with hands and arms, frequently repetitive to shelve books and up to frequently will bend. The employee will frequently lift/carry 3 pounds, occasionally up to 20 pounds and seldom up to 35 pounds. Will occasionally push/pull carts using moderate force and frequently push/pull with light force to straighten books. Work Environment: Work is performed primarily indoors, though the position requires the removal of light debris from parking or landscaped areas. Almost all tasks involve continuous standing. May encounter situations that involve behavioral issues. Varied work hours, including weekends and evenings, which may change periodically.
JOB NUMBER 2024-00176 King County Library System (KCLS) is seeking one detail-oriented Library Page to provide service to the Issaquah Library, which is located in the Riverview Region of King County libraries. The Library Page position performs work that involves handling and shelving of library materials in an accurate and timely manner. This position maintains the general order of the library by straightening books and materials on shelves and by keeping floors and tables clean and orderly. The successful candidate will pay close attention to details, be able to sort in alpha-numeric order, and will be able to effectively manage time to maximize productivity. The following work schedule is available: Schedule: Week 1-4Wednesday 11:15 am - 3:15 pmFriday 9:15 am - 1:15 pmSaturday 10:15 am - 2:15 pm All shifts worked at Issaquah Library.Note: Minor applicants must review the above work schedule to ensure compliance with Washington State's hour and schedule rules. More information can be found at https://www.lni.wa.gov/workers-rights/youth-employment/how-to-hire-minors. About King County Library System: KCLS has a vision of a world where knowledge allows diverse communities to prosper and grow. In order to support this vision we create opportunities through meaningful connections by acting as the knowledge sharing center for over 1.5 million diverse patrons. Approximately 1,000 engaged and passionate staff provide service in 50 library locations and in community engagement using direct outreach and virtual assistance. Our service area includes the cities, towns, tribal lands, and unincorporated districts of King County, with the exception of the city of Seattle. From a 2021-2022 comprehensive Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Assessment Demographics and Language Report, of the more than 1.5 million residents who live within the KCLS service area, almost half identify as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC). Moreover, roughly one-third of the KCLS community speaks a language other than English as their first language. The King County Library System is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. KCLS values diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures. KCLS encourages BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA , individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. As part of this commitment, KCLS provides reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position. To request reasonable accommodation to apply, please email employment@kcls.org.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Essential Duties/Major Responsibilities: Any of the following duties may be performed. These examples are not necessarily performed by all incumbents, however, and do not include all specific tasks an incumbent may be expected to perform.Shelves and maintains order of materials. Moves, distributes and assists with processing of incoming and outgoing materials manually and using materials handling equipment. Assists with opening, maintaining and closing libraries, including equipment and grounds activities. Prepares rooms for meetings and assures that accessories needed for meetings are available. Inspects materials for damages and process accordingly. Assists with program setup and takedown. Assists with displays and assigned projects and programs. Provides minimal directional assistance to patrons. Refers other questions. Secondary Duties: Participates in activities such as committee work, training, staff meetings, etc. Performs other related duties, as assigned. Core Competencies: Customer Focus Primarily focused on customer needs, able to deliver high quality, value added services. Constantly strives to find new ways to increase customer satisfaction and understanding, foster equitable services, and forge meaningful connections. Valuing Diversity Manages relationships with all kinds and classes of people inclusively and equitably; respects, values, and encourages the unique dimension each employee adds to the organization and each member of the community brings to the whole. Seeks opportunities to learn from differences. Ethics, Values, and Judgment Exercises best judgment, trustworthiness, and professional standards of conduct; consistently demonstrates organizational values, moral principles, and accountability in behavior, character and action. Defends intellectual freedom and patron confidentiality. Professional & Technical Knowledge Demonstrates proficiency in professional and technical skills/ and or knowledge in position-related areas; purposely keeps up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise, in order to foster personal success and connections for others. Approachability Listens more than they talk; allows appropriate time for interactions; purposely builds rapport, sets positive tone and exhibits confidence by body language and speech. Maintains boundaries. Work Quality Inspires and strives for excellence in all aspects of work including setting high standards of performance for self and others; ensures that results are complete and accurate; exhibits attention to detail. Teamwork/Collaborating Works cooperatively and productively with others to achieve goals and deliverables. Is aware of, utilizes and celebrate their own and team member’s strengths and differences.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly using hands to grasp objects and lift individual books, frequently required to stand and walk and reach at all levels with hands and arms, frequently repetitive to shelve books and up to frequently will bend. The employee will frequently lift/carry 3 pounds, occasionally up to 20 pounds and seldom up to 35 pounds. Will occasionally push/pull carts using moderate force and frequently push/pull with light force to straighten books. Work Environment: Work is performed primarily indoors, though the position requires the removal of light debris from parking or landscaped areas. Almost all tasks involve continuous standing. May encounter situations that involve behavioral issues. Varied work hours, including weekends and evenings, which may change periodically.
