Library Page, Needham Free Public Library (Needham)

Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Needham Free Public Library in Needham, MA is seeking a part-time Library Page to assist with shelving, shelf maintenance, and pulling materials for patrons. Reporting to the Library Children’s Supervisor, the role supports early literacy programs and day-to-day operations.

Schedule is 16 hours per week, with shifts Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 9 am to 1 pm. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, able to work independently or as part of a team, and committed to excellent

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of alpha-numeric order to shelve books.
• General knowledge of standard office procedures, practices, forms, and equipment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Skill in interpersonal and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Shelve library materials such as books and audio visual materials.
• Retrieve items from shelves using lists or reports.
• Empty book drop materials returned to the library from the outside and inside of the building.
• Pack bins with library materials to go in deliveries.

Skills

Alpha-numeric shelving

Customer service

Teamwork

Independence

Job description

Library Page, Needham Free Public Library (Needham)

The Town of Needham is seeking passionate individuals to fill the part-time position of Library Page at the Needham Free Public Library. Reporting to the Library Children’s Supervisor, the Library Page will assists in shelving books, magazines, and other library materials as well as keep shelves in order, retrieving requested materials for patrons as needed.

It is an exciting time to join the Needham Free Public Library team! Our Strategic Plan and Annual Action Plans position the library to continue to meet the community’s needs for years to come. In addition, our recent Library Space Utilization Study reimagines the library’s interior space in four phases to enhance the work we do for our patrons and the community with our newly opened 4,000-square-foot Teen Room being the first phase. Along with diverse collections, plentiful programming, and great services, the Needham Free Public Library is on track to be the go-to place for new and current library workers.

Work Schedule (16 hours per week):

Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays: 9 am-1 pm

Qualifications

Duties and Responsibilities

• Shelve library materials such as books and audio visual materials.
• Retrieve items from shelves using lists or reports.
• Empty book drop materials returned to the library from the outside and inside of the building.
• Pack bins with library materials to go in deliveries.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of alpha-numeric order to shelve books throughout the library.
• General knowledge of standard office procedures, practices, forms, and equipment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Skill in interpersonal and customer service.