Library Page

Infodepot; South Carolina; Hybrid; USD 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Spartanburg County Public Library is seeking a Library Page, Grade 3 for the Inman Library. The role requires 10th grade completion and being at least 16 years old. The position is part-time (15 hours weekly) with a schedule including weekdays and a Saturday shift.

Salary is $9.44 per hour. Applicants should prepare a cover letter and resume; deadlines apply for internal candidates. Date available is August 16, 2026.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of public library procedures and basic computer skills.
• Ability to work independently with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to interact positively with patrons and staff.
• Familiar with Dewey Decimal system for item arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Arrange materials alphabetically and numerically on carts.
• Shelve new items and return materials; empty book drop.
• Search for items on hold lists and locate missing library materials.
• Perform shelf reading, straightening and dusting as needed.
• Communicate with staff and assist as needed.
• Handle minimal clerical and computer tasks.
• Monitor email and intranet announcements; follow up as required.
• Assist with closing tasks like re-shelving and straightening.

Skills

Public library procedures

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Customer service

Dewey Decimal knowledge

Lifting 20 lbs

Education

10th grade completed

Age 16+

Job description

To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a cover letter, application, and resume.
*Internal candidates must apply online. Submit a cover letter and updated resume by July 6, 2026

POSTING DATE: June 22, 2026
JOB TITLE: Library Page, Grade 3
LOCATION: Inman Library
DATE AVAILABLE: August 16, 2026
SALARY: $9.44 per hour
HOURS: 15 hours per week

Monday 11:00-2:00; Wednesday11:00-3:00; Friday 11:00-3:00; Saturday 10:00-2:00 (Note: These hours areflexible to accommodate other schedules)

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Must have completed 10th grade and be at least 16 years of age

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Arrangesmaterials in alphabetical and numerical order on carts
• Shelvesnew items and returned materials and empties book drop
• Searchesfor items on daily hold requests lists and for lost or missing librarymaterials
• Performsshelf reading for accuracy, straightening and dusting shelves as needed
• Communicatesand listens to other staff to perform job duties and assists staff asneeded
• Performsminimal clerical and computer tasks
• Responsiblefor email communication and checking the Intranet regularly forannouncements
• Responsiblefor closing tasks which include re-shelving materials left on tables or carts,straightening chairs, taking items to lost and found
• Providesgeneral and directional assistance to patrons
• Assistswith shifting the collection as needed
• Remainsaware of safety and security issues, taking appropriate action as needed

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Combination of education and experience equivalentto completion of tenth grade. Must be at least 16 years old.
• General knowledge of the procedures, practices andequipment of a public library with basic computer skills
• Ability to work independently, quickly andaccurately with attention to detail
• Ability to understand and follow instructionsverbally and written
• Ability to adapt to new tasks with skill and ease
• Ability to interact with patrons in a positive,courteous manner and direct patrons to library staff
• Familiar with Dewey Decimal system and able toalphabetize and arrange items numerically.
• Observant and security minded.
• Ability to exert 20 lbs. of pressure to push cartsloaded with books
• Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach to shelvelibrary materials

The library accepts applications with cover letter and resume when a job position is available. Drug Testing is a partof the library’s hiring process. If you require any accommodations in applying for any position, please do nothesitate to ask. The Spartanburg County Public Library is proud to be tobacco free.