Part-Time Library Materials Shelver

Cuyahoga County Public Library; Parma (OH); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

The Cuyahoga County Public Library in Parma, OH is seeking a part-time Library Assistant to help with shelving, organizing, and preparing materials for re-shelving. You will also provide basic customer service to patrons and support daily library operations.

Responsibilities include sorting materials, locating items, assisting with opening and closing, and keeping shelves orderly. No formal education is required, and punctual attendance is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of alphabetizing and Dewey Decimal system.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to work courteously and effectively with other employees and the public.
• Consistent attendance according to schedule.

Responsibilities

• Sorts and shelves returned materials onto carts; returns and shelves them in proper designated areas.
• Ensures materials are organized and arranged on shelves in correct order; shifting and straightening as necessary.
• Collects materials from book drop, and prepares them for re‑shelving.
• Searches and locates materials per request lists and other requests.
• Straightens patron areas returning materials to proper place, moving furniture and replenishing supplies.
• Provides basic customer service to patrons as needed, such as answering directional questions or carrying materials.
• Prepares meeting rooms, ensuring they are properly arranged, doors are unlocked and needed equipment is in place.
• Rotates/purges dated newspapers and periodicals.
• Flags materials for repair, mending or processing.
• Assists in daily opening and closing of library building as needed.
• Clears walkways of snow and ice as needed.

Skills

alphabetizing

Dewey Decimal

interpersonal skills

attendance

Education

No formal education required

Job description

The Cuyahoga County Public Library in Parma, OH is seeking a part-time Library Assistant to help with shelving, organizing, and preparing materials for re-shelving. You will also provide basic customer service to patrons and support daily library operations.

Responsibilities include sorting materials, locating items, assisting with opening and closing, and keeping shelves orderly. No formal education is required, and punctual attendance is essential for this role.