Library Page

Traverse Area District Library; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Traverse Area District Library is seeking a Library Page for the Youth Services area. The role supports shelving, sorting, cleaning, and organizing library materials, while maintaining accuracy and standing for long periods as needed.

The position reports to the Head of Youth Services with a 15-hour work week. Responsibilities include assisting public and staff, supporting the library’s mission, and potentially working in other departments as required.

Qualifications

• Fulfills library policies and procedures.
• Maintains accuracy in shelving and item placement.
• Communicates effectively with staff and the public.

Responsibilities

• Load and sort book trucks for shelving.
• Inspect, clean, and repair materials as needed.
• Shelve materials in proper location and order.
• Maintain shelf order and aesthetics through reading and straightening.
• Follow cleaning protocols for public health and safety.
• May work in other departments or locations as needed.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Michigan minimum age requirement

Job description

Library Page - Youth Services

Reports to: Head of Youth Services

Posted: 9/24/2026

Close Date: 10/8/2026

Hours per week: 15

Summary

The Library Page, a member of the library support team, is responsible for the handling and distribution of the library materials to ensure proper placement and organization of the collection.

To perform this job successfully, an individual in this position must adhere to the Library’s mission, vision, and core values and be able to meet or excel in the following representative responsibilities, knowledge, and abilities:

Essential Duties And Responsibilities - General

• Loads and sorts book trucks for shelving.
• Inspects, cleans, and/or repairs collection materials as needed.
• Shelves collection materials in their proper location and order.
• Maintains the collection order and aesthetics through shelf reading and straightening.
• Follows department cleaning protocols for public health and safety.
• May work in other departments or locations as needed.
• Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of library policies and procedures.
• Knowledge and application of alphabetic and Dewey Decimal filing systems.
• Knowledge and support of the Library’s strategic Plan.
• Strong attention to details and accuracy.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with the public and other employees.
• Ability to be flexible and creative in a rapidly changing environment.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, bend, stoop, and stretch.
• Must be able to push fully loaded carts of materials on a regular basis.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE or OTHER Qualifications include

• Must meet the State of Michigan minimum age requirements for employment.

Although reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, visual and communication ability is required.