Library Page

Job Description

Library Page (542)

(As-Needed)

Education and Experience

Minimum age: 16 years at the time of application. Completion of the tenth grade and no experience required.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This is an entry-level, as-needed position, requiring no previous training or experience. After training, a Library Page is assigned routine tasks and duties, and works under direct supervision.

Typical Duties

Under direct supervision, performs routine, repetitive, manual work in connection with the use and maintenance of library resources. Depending upon the unit assigned: shelves, sorts, shifts, and files library materials following established procedures; retrieves magazines and other library materials in storage and returns those materials to their proper storage locations; checks in returned materials, observing their condition and bringing damaged materials to the attention of higher level library personnel for disposition; removes accumulated "Date Due" stickers and security check cards; organizes returned materials and delivers them to proper sorting shelves; maintains shelved materials in proper order; performs simple mending, processing, and jacketing of library materials; delivers library materials to appropriate locations; clears tables and other library areas of materials, returning them to their proper locations; straightens seating areas; picks up litter and discarded materials throughout the library; ensures buildings are properly closed and locked; uses typewriter or personal computer to perform simple clerical tasks; duplicates and collates materials; assists in the preparation and installation of displays; answers telephones; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Working knowledge of proper English usage in oral and written form. Satisfactory ability to: understand and carry out written and oral instructions, recognize and report significant problems to the appropriate supervisor(s); perform a variety of work with frequent change; do repetitive work; perform duties accurately and neatly; learn and apply principles of filing systems; establish and maintain good working relationships with others; and type accurately at a speed of 25 wpm.

Supervision Received

Works under the immediate supervision of the Senior Library Assistant or other supervisor as assigned.

Supervision Exercised

None.

Other Requirements

Performs physical tasks, such as lifting, bending, stooping, reaching, carrying, and walking up and down stairs. Must be able to lift and carry library materials weighing up to 40 lbs. Must be able to perform all the essential functions of the job assignment.

Special Conditions

Required to work evenings and weekends.

Approved, June 1996