PAGE I - HARVARD - LEE

Cleveland Public Library; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cleveland Public Library is seeking a Page I for the Harvard-Lee Campus. This role focuses on shelving and organizing library materials to ensure easy access for patrons and staff, with an emphasis on accuracy and efficiency.

The Page I position involves 12–17 hours per week, at $13.00 per hour, and requires reliable transportation. Candidates must pass a basic library math and alphabetizing assessment and meet the age requirement of 14 or older.

Qualifications

• Age requirement: 14 years or older for Page I.
• Ability to pass a library math and alphabetizing assessment.
• General knowledge of English and mathematics; ability to work with numbers and order.

Responsibilities

• Sorts books and other library materials for shelving and accessibility.
• Retrieves materials for patrons and staff.
• Reads shelves periodically and dusts/vacuums stacks.
• Shifts or moves books and AV materials as needed.
• Assists patrons with basic inquiries and directions; helps with programs.

Skills

Alphabetizing

Numerical ordering

Following instructions

Repetitive tasks

Work prioritization

Materials handling

Job description

Description

PAGE I – HARVARD - LEE

HOURS: Up to 17 hours per week.

BARGAINING UNIT: Non-Bargaining Unit

PAY RATE: $13.00 per hour

LOCATION: Harvard-Lee Campus

EXTERNAL POSTING OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Cleveland Public Library strives to be the driving force behind a powerful culture of learning that will inspire Clevelanders from all walks of life to continually learn, share, and seek out new knowledge.

The successful applicant will be a self-directed professional with a strong work ethic, a collaborative work style, and the skill set to thrive in a welcoming service environment for patrons and staff.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Page I position is responsible for performing basic library work, primarily shelving materials by arranging them in proper order for accessibility to patrons and library staff.

Page I will be required to work 12 hours per week, but can work up to 17 hours per week, typically at a specific location or department.

Reliable transportation is required to work in the branches.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Age Requirements: 14 years of age for a Page I.

Education: N/A

Experience: Ability to pass a library math and alphabetizing assessment.

Technical Expertise:

• General knowledge of the English language and mathematics, 0-9 numbering system.
• Ability to organize materials in numerical order.
• Ability to follow written and oral instruction and to identify exceptions.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks efficiently and accurately.
• Ability to prioritize work demands.
• Ability to learn the Library of Congress and/or Dewey Decimal filing systems.
• Ability to learn and implement best practices in handling of library materials.
• Ability to handle/process library materials.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Evaluation of this position is based primarily on performance of the following essential functions, which include, but are not limited to:

• Sorts books and other library materials such as magazines, newspapers, and AV materials.
• Retrieves books and other library materials for patrons and librarians.
• Reads shelves periodically.
• Dusts and vacuums books and stack area periodically.
• Shifts or moves books and other library materials.
• May assist patrons with basic inquiries and directions.
• May assist library staff with programs including preparation and clean-up.
• Files pamphlets and brochures.
• Shelves and retrieves AV materials.
• Paste labels and bookplates.
• Assist with opening and closing duties such as: turning lights on and off; arranging chairs; clearing tables; picking up and discarding newspapers.
• Delivers library materials to agencies throughout the library.
• Runs errands inside and outside the library.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

EXTERNAL POSTING OPEN UNTIL FILLED