Job Description

The City of Avondale Parks & Recreation Department is currently seeking qualified applicants for Library Page.
This is a part-time, FLSA non-exempt position scheduled to work 19 hours per week.

Shelves and organizes library collection materials; retrieves and checks-in items from book return; tidies and maintains library areas. Provides customer service support at the information desk; assists patrons with locating materials and helps with technology-related questions. Assists with library programs, events, and outreach.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of books and authors.

Previous experience with alphanumeric filing and using the Dewey Decimal System is desirable.

Previous work experience involving; filing and shelving procedures is desirable.

Customer service experience preferred.

Supplemental Information

Work requires the ability to read the public library catalog, manuals, Dewey decimal classifications, book reviews, order forms, and computer screens.

Work requires the ability to perform general math calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Must have good organization skills and be able to file numerically and alphanumerically.

Work requires writing notes on patron’s records and describing a problem or concern.

Planning responsibilities include workloads.

Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, volunteers, or temporary employees.

Within this job, the employee normally performs the duty assignment according to his or her own judgment, requesting supervisory assistance only when necessary. The assignment may be reviewed upon completion. Performance is reviewed periodically.

The incumbents in this position contact others within the organization. Must be able to effectively communicate with library patrons as well as staff to provide seamless customer service. Employees must maintain regular attendance. Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.