Library Page: Evening & Weekend Shelving & Service

City of San Jose; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

City of San Jose's San José Public Library system seeks part-time Library Pages to deliver direct customer service, assist with shelving, check materials in/out, and explain library policies. The role involves supporting a welcoming environment and collaborating with staff across branches.

Typical shifts include evenings, Saturdays, and Sundays. Bilingual ability is preferred but not required. Apply to contribute to a vibrant, multilingual library community in San Jose.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide direct customer service at the public library.
• Comfort with handling library materials and assisting patrons.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Ability to follow library policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist at the customer service desk and help patrons locate materials on shelves.
• Check materials in/out and file materials quickly and accurately.
• Maintain a welcoming, orderly environment and assist in daily operations.
• Answer questions in person or over the phone and explain library policies.
• Collaborate with team members and support a positive customer experience.
• Move materials and push/pull carts as part of daily duties.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Adaptability

Multi-tasking

Reliability

Teamwork

Digital literacy

Education

High school completion

Tools

MS Office

Job description

City of San Jose's San José Public Library system seeks part-time Library Pages to deliver direct customer service, assist with shelving, check materials in/out, and explain library policies. The role involves supporting a welcoming environment and collaborating with staff across branches.

Typical shifts include evenings, Saturdays, and Sundays. Bilingual ability is preferred but not required. Apply to contribute to a vibrant, multilingual library community in San Jose.