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Library Shelver

City of Cedar Rapids
Rapids, IA Part Time
POSTED ON 12/3/2025 CLOSED ON 12/25/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Shelver position at City of Cedar Rapids?

The City of Cedar Rapids Public Library is hiring a Library Shelver to help keep our materials organized and accessible for the community. In this role, you'll shelve books and other materials, maintain orderly collections, assist with materials handling, and help ensure items are available and easy to find. If you're detail-oriented, enjoy keeping things in order, and like being part of a team that supports learning and discovery—we’d love to have you join us!

About Our Organization

At the City, we are committed to employing individuals who reflect our community’s diverse backgrounds and this position is crucial in the success and strategic direction of a growing and evolving community. We appreciate and leverage the vast experience individuals bring beyond the technical requirements of a job. If you are an individual with similar experience listed here please consider applying. Experience and skills combined with commitment to our core values is key to building a greater community now and for the next generation.

About Our Community

Nestled in the heart of Iowa, Cedar Rapids is our vibrant and diverse community known for its rich history, culture, and natural beauty. Our city has a strong sense of community which can be seen at any of our numerous parks, recreational opportunities, and family-friendly events year round. You can also explore our thriving downtown district, filled with shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, or take a stroll along the Cedar River, which runs through the heart of the city. Cedar Rapids - Why you should live here!

About The Position

Organizes and shelves library materials and empties book returns. Works under the supervision of the Library Shelving Supervisor.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

  • Shelves all types of library materials according to a pre-determined system;
  • Reads shelves to ensure materials are in proper order;
  • Clears reading tables and re-shelving areas;
  • Assists with the Automated Materials Handling system, and pulls traps and removes holds to get materials into the hands of customers as quickly as possible;
  • Processes incoming and outgoing materials deliveries;
  • Conducts searches for missing library materials;
  • Sorts mail; prepares packages and letters for mailing;
  • Assists with inventory of library collections according to a pre-determined system;
  • Assists with training new library shelvers under the direction of their supervisor;
  • Promotes positive relations with library patrons;
  • Provides directional information to the public;
  • Shovels snow and does lawn work;
  • Runs library errands;
  • Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and safety practices;
  • Attends work regularly at the designated place and time;
  • Supports continuous process improvement initiatives;
  • Performs related work as required.

Acceptable Experience And Training

  • No prior experience required.

Schedule is a Regular 3-week rotating schedule plus selected Sundays

Week 1 - Monday 2:15-8:15, Wednesday 9-5:30, Saturday 9-3

Week 2 - Wednesday 9-5:30, Thursday 10-4, Saturday 9-3

Week 3 - Wednesday 9-5:30, Thursday 10-4, Friday 9-3

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