Library Page | Main Library (Afternoon)

Grand Rapids Public Library; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Grand Rapids Public Library is seeking a part-time Library Page for 20 hours per week. Duties include sorting, shelving, and maintaining order of materials, with a posted schedule across main and branch locations.

Applicants must be at least 14 years old and able to obtain a work permit; completing the 10th grade or equivalent is required. Light lifting and basic computer use are expected. Schedule may include Sundays and shifts at other branches.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 14 years of age and able to obtain a work permit.
• Completion of the tenth grade or an equivalent combination of training and experience required.
• Ability to work the posted schedule for at least 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Sorts, routes, checks-in, and shelves library materials accurately and efficiently.
• Reviews shelved materials to ensure accuracy of placement.
• Maintains order and attractiveness of library collections through balancing, edging, and shifting materials.
• Clears areas such as carts, baskets, and tables of library materials.
• Performs other tasks of a similar nature as assigned.

Skills

Physical stamina

Tech literacy

Attention to detail

Alphabetical filing

Education

High school level education

Work permit eligibility (14+)

Tools

Computer basics

Job description

This is a part-time, 20-hour-per-week position involving various tasks related to the physical flow and upkeep of library materials.

We currently have the following position available:

Main Library:

Week A:

• Monday - Thursday: 1 - 5pm
• Saturday: 1 - 5pm

Week B:

• Monday - Friday: 1 - 5pm

Occasionally required: Sundays from 1-5 pm

This position will be regularly scheduled at the listed branch. However, this position will also be required to periodically work shifts at other branches as needed.

Examples of work:

• Sorts, routes, checks-in, and shelves library materials accurately and efficiently.
• Reviews shelved library materials to ensure accuracy of placement.
• Maintains order and attractiveness of library collections through balancing, edging, and shifting materials.
• Clears areas such as carts, baskets, and tables of library materials.
• Performs other tasks of a similar nature as assigned.

• This position requires no previous training or special knowledge of library routines, but applicants must be able to work the posted schedule.
• Must be at least 14 years of age and able to obtain a work permit.
• Completion of the tenth grade or an equivalent combination of training and experience required.

• Ability to work the stated schedule for at least 6 months.
• Ability to stand, walk, reach, and bend in order to place materials on shelves for a period of at least four hours.
• Ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance and to push carts of materials weighing up to 400 pounds.
• Visual acuity sufficient to read call numbers on spine labels of items and information on computer screens.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks independently, accurately, and efficiently is required.
• Possession of basic technology skills; ability to access, input, and receive information from a computer workstation or related technology.
• Ability to sort and file alphabetically and numerically; ability to pass related Page Test.

Applicants will need to pass the Page Test after their interview to be considered for the position. The Page Test involves putting call numbers in alpha-numeric order and will be administered on site directly after the interview.

All questions related to this posting should be directed to:

Grand Rapids Public Library

111 Library St NE

Grand Rapids, MI 49503

616-988-5400 [e-mail]

GRPL proudly promotes diversity and inclusion in employment, and strives to maintain a workplace culture where respect and positive recognition of differences are cultivated. Grand Rapids Public Library provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination of any type without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, height, weight, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. GRPL will make reasonable accommodations for employees and job applicants with disabilities. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, transfer, training, promotion, discipline, termination, leaves of absence, compensation, and benefits, as well as work-related events and activities.