Shelver (Fairlawn-Bath Branch)

Akron-Summit County Public Library; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 15,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick leave

11 paid holidays

Voluntary benefits (health, dental, &

OPERS retirement

Job summary

Akron-Summit County Public Library is seeking a full-time Shelver at the Fairlawn-Bath Branch. The role involves shelving, checking materials, and basic clerical tasks, with shifts including evenings and Saturdays. The position supports public service operations and light circulation duties.

The role requires ability to lift light objects, tolerate frequent bending, and maintain orderly shelves, with a background check for applicants 18+. 37.5 hours weekly at the Akron area library system.

Qualifications

• Ability to arrange materials in alphabetical and numerical order.
• Skill in customer service.
• Knowledge of the principles of intellectual freedom as they apply to public libraries.
• Available to work between 8-20 hours per week, including evenings and Saturdays.
• Criminal background check required for those 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Sorts and returns library materials to their proper place on the shelves.
• Lifts, bends, and climbs as associated with shelving routines.
• Reads shelves for correctness of arrangement of materials.
• Shifts shelves where necessary.
• Moves Library material carts as needed.
• Checks for missing and/or damaged materials.
• Fills and routes holds.
• Searches shelves for specific materials as assigned.
• Performs simple clerical tasks, such as photocopying and labeling.
• Assists with opening and closing routines, as needed.
• Performs various tasks assigned by professional Library staff.
• Maintains neatness in the public service areas.
• Works at the service desk during employee meal or break periods, as needed.
• Moves furniture and displays, as needed.
• Assists with packing and unpacking delivery crates and other circulation duties, as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Alphabetical order

Intellectual freedom knowledge

Job description

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Shelver (Fairlawn-Bath Branch)

Full Time Admin. Support Fairlawn-Bath, Akron, OH, US

Salary Range: $11.00 To $11.00 Hourly

ABOUT THE LIBRARY

Since 1874, the Akron-Summit County Public Library (ASCPL) has been an essential community asset. We’ve been recognized nationally as one of the finest public libraries in the United States due to our excellent customer service, collaborative community involvement, and high level of customer and employee satisfaction.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including

• paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays
• voluntary benefits (health, dental, and vision)
• ASCPL-provided life insurance
• retirement through the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS)

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Fairlawn-Bath Branch Library seeks a full-time Shelver who works 37.5 hours per week (including evenings and weekends) and:

• Sorts and returns library materials to their proper place on the shelves.
• Lifts, bends, and climbs as associated with shelving routines.
• Reads shelves for correctness of arrangement of materials.
• Shifts shelves where necessary.
• Moves Library material carts as needed.
• Checks for missing and/or damaged materials.
• Fills and routes holds.
• Searches shelves for specific materials as assigned.
• Performs simple clerical tasks, such as photocopying and labeling.
• Assists with opening and closing routines, as needed.
• Performs various tasks assigned by professional Library staff.
• Maintains neatness in the public service areas.
• Works at the service desk during employee meal or break periods, as needed.
• Moves furniture and displays, as needed.
• Assists with packing and unpacking delivery crates and other circulation duties, as needed.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to arrange materials in alphabetical and numerical order.
• Skill in customer service.
• Knowledge of the principles of intellectual freedom as they apply to public libraries.
• Available to work between 8-20 hours per week, including evenings and Saturdays.
• Able to frequently bend, stoop, and stand; to lift light objects (less than 25 pounds) and carry them short distances (50 feet or less); and to push Library materials carts up to 200 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Age and Schooling Certificate ("work permit") required for those under 18 years of age.
• Criminal background check required for those 18 years of age or older.

THE AKRON-SUMMIT COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY IS AN EQUAL OPPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER