Position Title: Library Page
Reporting Relationship: Shall operate under the supervision of the Director or other staff members designated by the Director.
Overview of the Position: Part Time Position
Library Page must be dependable and have the ability to get along with people. Must have an eye for detail, good organizational skills, be able to type and work independently. This position requires knowledge of basic spreadsheet and word processing applications. Strong customer service skills are essential.
Essential Functions of the Position:
- Staffs the circulation desk, registers borrowers, checks out material to users, returns material from users, assesses and clears fines and processes holds as requested.
- Shelves Books
- Assists with Interlibrary Loans procedures.
- Provides various clerical support services.
- Carries out policies established by the Board of Trustees, always dealing with the public in a professional manner.
- Effectively communicate the library’s activities and services to the public in the library.
- Demonstrates a commitment to learning new skills and ideas that support the library’s mission and goals.
- Participates in all staff meetings (if unavailable for meetings Director will update at a later date).
- Performs other duties as requested by the Director.
Required Knowledge:
- Knowledge of basic library services and procedures, including copyright and confidentiality laws.
- Knowledge of customer service principles.
- Knowledge of basic computer applications (WORD, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
- Operational knowledge of standard office equipment.
- Knowledge of the Dewey Decimal system.
- Knowledge of filing techniques.
Required Skills:
- Skills in communication sufficient to ensure quality services to diverse public library users.
- Skills in use of a computer.
- Ability to work independently on a multi-task-oriented basis.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes days, evening, weekends and emergencies.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Enrolled in High School or have a High School Diploma/GED.
Please submit your resume and cover letter to director@sandownlibrary.us
