Page, Library

Basic Function

Under the supervision of the Library Associate, Circulation, processes library materials to ensure their prompt availability to patrons and perform routine public service functions.

SALARY: P2A

REPORTS TO: Circulation/Bookmobile Services Manager

POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None

SHIFT: Monday-Friday, 6hr/day. 30hrs/week

Typical Duties

• Sort and shelve library materials according to Library of Congress Classification and other filing systems.
• Assist patrons with self-check, answer directional questions, and handle other minimal patron interactions.
• Shelf read, clean, straighten, and shift library stacks; Prepare stock, and pull book sale items. and Alaska Library Consortium (ALC) transactions.
• Check in/out library materials using computerized system; interpret basic messages from multiple computerized systems. Search library system to determine item sorting.
• Inspect library materials for condition; clean covers; perform minor taping of pages and similar damage mitigation tasks as needed.
• Empty book drops; pick up library materials left in public areas.
• Monitor library and report any safety incidents and problems immediately.
• Help prepare library for opening/closing: replenish supplies; sharpen pencils; turn on/off equipment; clean computer screens and keyboards, and similar tasks.
• Work on other library special projects as assigned.
• Occasional clearing of bookdrop walkway/areas of snow & spread sand (for intermittent workday "inclement" situations).
• Perform routine collection inventory tasks.
  
  

Position Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to file alphanumerically.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Previous library work experience preferred.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to work effectively and courteously with the general public and other staff members.
• Ability to work efficiently and independently.
• Awareness of the purposes and functions of a public library and the ability to learn routine library procedures.
• Ability to perform repetitious tasks for extended periods with accuracy.
  
  

Other

• A PROFICIENCY TEST MAY BE ADMINISTERED.
• This position requires a criminal background investigation.
  
  

Additional Information

Job Contacts

Frequent business contact with other employees in own department; continuous routine public contact.

Job Responsibility

Does not supervise; mostly routine with a few minor problems, supervisor usually required for help and instruction; the consequences of error, carelessness or mistaken judgement require minimal effort to recover. No more than 25% of the employee’s scheduled work time may be spent performing minor clerical duties of a routine nature entailing minimal responsibility.

Work Environment

General office where conditions are pleasant; good, clean conditions where accidents/hazards are negligible; requires short periods of moderate lifting (26-50 lbs.), pushing or pulling carts, crouching, stooping, and stretching. Up to ¾ of time is spent standing or walking.

Application Procedure

Apply Online

Individuals interested in applying for this position must submit a completed online application on or before the closing date and time as specified in the Job Posting. Online applications can be located at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/FNSB.

For additional information please call (907) 459-1202 or the Borough Direct Job Line at (907) 459-1206.

The Borough complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation to participate in the application/interview/selection process, contact the Human Resources Office at (907)459-1202 or the EEO office. The EEO Compliance Officer can be contacted at (907) 459-1309.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The FNSB offers its employees generous benefits that include competitive pay, affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance, optional Flex-Spending Account, and retirement benefits via PERS, the state of Alaska's retirement system.

You will also enjoy 14 paid holidays and a minimum of 24 personal leave days per year for full time employees.

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How many years of previous library experience do you have?

• None
• 0-1 year
• 1-2 years
• 2-3 years
• 3-4 years
• 4-5 years
• 5 or more years
• Required Question