Part-Time Library Shelver — Growth, Community Impact

Kenton County Public Library; Erlanger (KY); On-site; USD 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development

Job summary

The Kenton County Public Library seeks a part-time Shelver to help keep our library organized and welcoming. The role includes shelving materials, aiding patrons with basic catalog use, and supporting library operations.

You will work about 20 hours per week, with days including evenings and weekends when the library is open. No specific degree is required, and basic computer literacy is expected.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Ability to shelve materials using alphabetic and Dewey Decimal systems.
• Lift and carry up to 30 lbs and move materials as needed.
• Push or pull loaded book carts up to 100 lbs.
• Stooping, kneeling, reaching, and stretching to retrieve materials.
• Basic computer literacy with Windows-based software, internet and email; willingness to learn library systems.

Responsibilities

• Sort and organize materials to be shelved and load book carts.
• Shelve books, media, and other materials in their correct locations.
• Straighten and maintain shelves in proper order.
• Clear materials from tables and shelves and return them to proper places.
• Assist Circulation with checking items in and out and basic ILS tasks.
• Stay familiar with KCPL website, catalog, events, and databases.
• Assist patrons with basic catalog or website use and guide to staff when needed.
• Perform other job-related tasks to support library operations.

Skills

Team player

Detail oriented

Independent worker

Dependable

Tools

Windows-based software

Job description

The Kenton County Public Library seeks a part-time Shelver to help keep our library organized and welcoming. The role includes shelving materials, aiding patrons with basic catalog use, and supporting library operations.

You will work about 20 hours per week, with days including evenings and weekends when the library is open. No specific degree is required, and basic computer literacy is expected.