Shelver – Patron Services Department (up to 19 hours/week)

Job Type

Part-Time

Work Location

Pay Rate

$11 per hour

Immediate Supervisor

Patron Services Manager

Description

The North Canton Public Library is looking for a motivated, detail-oriented individual to assume the position of Shelver in its Patron Services Department. The successful applicant must be dedicated to (1) ensuring that the Patron Services Department is neat and orderly and that its customers and staff members can easily find the materials they are seeking and (2) participating as a team player to enhance the Library’s work culture of kindness, respect, and integrity among staff.

Responsibilities

  • Accurately and efficiently sorts, loads, transports, and shelves all Library materials according to title, author, date, call number, or other identifying feature
  • Provides exemplary customer service by answering directional questions from patrons and assisting them as needed
  • Regularly shelf reads to ensure materials on the shelves are neat and in order
  • Identifies materials for relocation or repair and submits to supervisor for evaluation
  • Cleans and straightens within the department at the end of each shift
  • Shifts Library materials as necessary

Qualifications & Requirements

Ability to work independently and multitask. Ability to helpfully communicate with the public to determine customer needs. Ability to use and understand technology. Ability to analyze needs and situations. Ability to make sound decisions. Ability to work well with others and to promote positive staff and community relations. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to follow and apply Library procedures and policies. Must have a thorough understanding of the Dewey Decimal System and proper alphabetization. Must be able to reach high shelves and use a ladder. Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull 40 pounds. Must be able to bend and reach. Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent OR Ability to Obtain a Work Permit

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Account, Employer Paid Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

Hours

Variable Part Time: up to 19 hours/week, including evening and weekend hours

Schedule