27-029 Library Page, Part-Time

City of Dover; Dover (NH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Dover's library is seeking a Library Page for an entry-level, part-time role dedicated to keeping materials neatly organized and easily locatable. You will sort, shelve, shelf-read, and assist staff in retrieving items, with some evening shifts for closing duties.

This position requires attention to detail, dependability, and the ability to work independently. Hours include every other Sunday during the academic year and 1–2 afternoon or evening shifts, offering a steady, local role

Qualifications

• Reads and writes basic English; comfortable with simple instructions.
• General knowledge of computers and ability to use basic software/applications.
• Public-facing experience or service orientation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Sort, return, and place materials on shelves in adult, teen, and children's areas and storage.
• Log off computers and close the library, including tidying and securing the building.
• Follow a shelf-reading schedule to keep books neat and organized.
• Assist patrons in finding materials and answer simple questions in the stacks.

Skills

Reading & writing basics

Customer service

Ability to work independently

Attention to detail

Education

Two years of high school completed

Job description

A Library Page is an entry-level, part-time position focused on maintaining the physical organization of library materials. Hours include every other Sunday during the academic year and one or two afternoon or evening shifts during the week. This role is crucial because it ensures that patrons and staff can easily and quickly locate items. Core duties include sorting and shelving books, shelf-reading for accuracy, shifting collections, and retrieving items from book drops and storage. Evening shifts will include specific closing duties such as shutting down computers and securing the building. Attention to detail, dependability, and ability to work independently are all necessary skills.

$13.12 to $18.96 per hour. 8 hours per week. Position is open until filled.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(Except as specifically noted, the following functions are considered essential to this position. The listed examples may not include all duties found in this class):

1. Sort, return, and place materials in their proper place on shelves in adult, teen, and children's circulation areas of library and in the storage collection.
2. Log-off computers and perform duties related to closing the library building such as picking up books, magazines, limited trash, and reminding patrons of closing.
3. Follows a weekly shelf reading schedule to keep books neat and in order.
4. Provide limited patron advisory services and assist patrons in finding materials and books while working in the stacks.
5. Retrieve items requested from the storage area, general circulation shelves, and library archives.
6. Retrieve books returned to the outside book drops.
7. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments and agencies, and the general public.
8. Maintain familiarity with and execute safe work procedures associated with assigned work.
9. Perform other related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Demonstrated ability to read and write basic English. Working knowledge of English, spelling and grammar. General knowledge of computer hardware and software and familiar with database searching. Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written instructions; ability to follow through assignments accurately; ability to alphabetize and sort materials using a numerical system; ability to perform routine and repetitive work and stand for long periods of time. Some experience in public contact or public service work. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with department heads, employees, and the public and to deal with service problems courteously and tactfully.

EDUCATION/LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Completion of at least two (2) years of high school.