What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Page - Multiple Locations - 12 and 15 Hours position at King County Library System?
Join King County Library System as a Library Page!
King County Library System is accepting applications for Library Page positions to fill openings throughout our library system. This recruitment will be used to build a pool of qualified candidates for vacancies across the entire county as we expand service to our communities.
***Please note that available schedules, hours, and work locations will vary by vacancy and will be discussed with candidates during the hiring process. While applying for these roles, you will have the opportunity to indicate your schedule and location availability in the supplemental questions.***
Library Pages play an essential role in creating welcoming, organized library spaces for our communities. In this position, you'll accurately and efficiently handle, sort, and shelve library materials, helping ensure patrons can easily find what they're looking for. You'll also maintain the overall appearance and organization of the library by keeping shelves orderly, straightening books and materials, and helping keep public spaces clean and inviting. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to build positive relationships with both coworkers and patrons from all backgrounds.
If you enjoy staying active, take pride in detail-oriented work, and want to contribute to an outstanding library experience for our patrons, we encourage you to apply!
REQUIRED: Applicants must attach a current resume and cover letter which addresses relevant work experience, education and training as it relates to this position.
Above: map of KCLS library branches and regions
About King County Library System (KCLS):
KCLS has a vision of a world where knowledge allows diverse communities to prosper and grow. In order to support this vision, we create opportunities through meaningful connections by acting as the knowledge sharing center for over 1.5 million diverse patrons, providing an unparalleled collection of library materials, resources, technology, services, and programs.
Approximately 1,000 engaged and passionate staff provide service in 50 community library locations and patron engagement using direct outreach, programs, and virtual assistance. Our service area includes cities, towns, tribal lands, and unincorporated districts of King County, with the exception of the city of Seattle.
From a 2021-2022 comprehensive Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Assessment Demographics and Language Report, of the more than 1.5 million residents who live within the KCLS service area, almost half identify as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC). Moreover, roughly one-third of the KCLS community speaks a language other than English as their first language.
The King County Library System values the diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures of all qualified individuals. We seek applicants that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, including BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and other people of color), immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA , individuals with disabilities, veterans, etc.
KCLS welcomes reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities as an opportunity to assist qualified individuals to participate in the job application or interview process and/or perform the essential functions of the position upon hire.
Need an accommodation to apply or interview? Call (425) 369-3224 or email employment@kcls.org.
KCLS ensures equal opportunities and consideration for all job applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. KCLS does not tolerate discrimination or harassment during any stage of employment, including in recruiting, hiring, promotion, termination, leave of absence, compensation, or training.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Shelves and maintains order of materials.
- Moves, distributes and assists with processing of incoming and outgoing materials manually and using materials handling equipment.
- Assists with opening, maintaining and closing libraries, including equipment and grounds activities.
- Prepares rooms for meetings and assures that accessories needed for meetings are available.
- Inspects materials for damages and process accordingly.
- Assists with program setup and takedown.
- Assists with displays and assigned projects and programs.
- Provides minimal directional assistance to patrons. Refers other questions.
Secondary Duties:
- Participates in activities such as committee work, training, staff meetings, etc.
- Performs other related duties, as assigned.
Customer Focus
Valuing Diversity
Ethics, Values, and Judgment
Professional & Technical Knowledge
Approachability
Work Quality
Teamwork/Collaborating
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly using hands to grasp objects and lift individual books, frequently required to stand and walk and reach at all levels with hands and arms, frequently repetitive to shelve books and up to frequently will bend. The employee will frequently lift/carry 3 pounds, occasionally up to 20 pounds and seldom up to 35 pounds. Will occasionally push/pull carts using moderate force and frequently push/pulls with light force to straighten books.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed primarily indoors though the position may include outdoor tasks such as managing exterior book drops or removing light debris from walking, landscaped or parking areas. May encounter situations that involve patrons with behavioral issues. Varied work hours, including weekends and evenings, which may change periodically.