Library Page (Part-Time)

Department: Library

Announcement Date: October 20, 2025

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Announcement Type: External

Announcement Number: 25-19

Hours: Varies (Generally 12-15 hours per week, 2-4 hour shifts)

FLSA Classification: Hourly, Non Exempt

Application Process

Applications may be obtained from the City of Guntersville Human Resources (Personnel) Office located at 341 Gunter Avenue, Guntersville, AL or by visiting our website at www.guntersvilleal.org. Completed applications for qualified applicants should be returned to the City of Guntersville Human Resources (Personnel) Department at 341 Gunter Avenue, Guntersville, AL 35976 or be emailed to humanresources@guntersvilleal.gov. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Nature of Work:

The Library Page supports operations by shelving materials, maintaining shelf order, and assisting at the public service desk only as needed. This role is primarily focused on keeping the library’s collection organized and accessible. Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Assistant Director and general supervisor on the Director

Essential Functions:

• Shelve returned library materials promptly and accurately.
• “Read” (check) shelves to ensure materials are in proper order.
• Keep shelves and displays straighten and tidy.
• Shift materials as needed to prevent overcrowding.
• Assist with materials pull lists (holds, discards, etc.)
• Assist circulation desk at designated times or as needed.
• Assist with basic closing tasks as directed.
• These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive duties. Other duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at any given time at the discretion of the Director of Library Services or immediate supervisor. It may be done formally or informally, either verbally or in writing.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Knowledge of business English, spelling, and math.
• Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment.
• Knowledge of library material categorization within areas such as fiction, non-fiction, and reference.
• Strong computer and technology skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to demonstrate accuracy in shelving and attention to detail.
• Ability to understand and follow simple written and oral instructions.
• Ability to explain rules, polices, and procedures of the Guntersville Pubic Library to patrons and general public in a polite and helpful manner.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, co-workers, patrons, general public, and those in the course of work.
• Ability to be reliable and punctual.
• Ability to work evenings and Saturdays as scheduled.

Minimum Qualification:

• Current high school or college student (must be as least 16 years of age).

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift on an occasional basis a maximum of 50 pounds with frequent or constant lifting of 25 pounds. Ability to stand for at least an hour at a time. Ability to reach heights of 72 inches on a frequent basis. Ability to bend, kneel, squat, twist, push, and pull on a frequent basis.

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the ADA) expected of an incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of an incumbent. An incumbent may be ask to perform other duties required. This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and position responsibilities. Nothing in the job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

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