Library Page - Part-Time

City of Idaho Falls; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Idaho Falls is seeking a Library Assistant to maintain the library collection and ensure accurate shelving. You will check books in and out, collect fines, and perform routine shelf maintenance under close supervision by library leadership.

The role emphasizes following written and verbal instructions, good public relations, and reliable teamwork in a busy library environment. Salary is based on the posted pay range, with a supportive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Ability to shelve accurately.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Communicate effectively with public and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Shelve books according to Dewey Decimal System and alphabetical order.
• Straighten and read shelves.
• Check books in and out as assigned.
• Collect fines and provide receipts; may handle specialized collections.
• Perform cleaning as assigned.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Shelving accuracy

Follow instructions

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

No experience required

Job description

Be a part of a dynamic team whose common goal is to make a difference in our community. It is amazing to know that by being a part of the City of Idaho Falls team, you would be doing important work for our community that affects people’s lives. Every day brings new challenges and rewards! Job Description: General Purpose Performs basic page duties related to maintaining the library collection.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED Works under the close supervision of Library Director, Administrative Assistant, Assistant Director, Library Supervisor, Library Technician or Program Specialist.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None.

Essential Functions

• Shelves books according to Dewey Decimal System and alphabetical order.
• Straightens and reads shelves.
• Checks books in and out as assigned.
• Collects fines and makes proper receipts; May be assigned specialized collection maintenance assignments in different areas of the Library.
• Performs cleaning as assigned.
• Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

1. 1. Education and Experience: A. Educational background sufficient to demonstrate an ability to perform the above and related tasks; AND B. No experience necessary.
2. 2. Knowledge, skills and abilities: Ability to shelve accurately, ability to follow written and verbal instructions; ability to develop good working relations with fellow employees and the general public; ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
3. 3. Special Qualifications: None.

Work Environment

Incumbent of the position performs in a typical office setting with appropriate climate controls. Tasks require variety of physical activities, and may involve minimal muscular strain, such as walking, standing, stooping, sitting and reaching. Talking, hearing and seeing essential to the performance of essential functions. Common eye, hand, finger, leg and foot dexterity also utilized in performance of daily tasks. Mental application utilizes memory for details, emotional stability, discriminating thinking and creative problem solving.

Disclaimer The above statements describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the incumbent(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified. Job descriptions are not intended to and do not imply or create any employment, compensation, or contract rights to any person or persons. Management reserves the right to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed with or without notice. This job description supersedes earlier versions.

Pay Range: $15.77

Join a team that’s shaping one of the best places to live and work in the country. As the largest city in eastern Idaho—and consistently recognized for job growth and livability—the City of Idaho Falls offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment. Our employees enjoy meaningful public service careers across 11 departments, including parks and recreation, utilities, public safety, and more. We offer competitive pay, generous benefits, and retirement through the Public Employee Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI). With a strong community spirit, beautiful natural surroundings, and year-round recreational and cultural activities, Idaho Falls is more than a workplace—it’s a place to grow, thrive, and make a difference.