Library Page

City of Allen
$12.71 - $18.43 Hourly
while this role doesn't come with traditional benefits like health or retirement packages, it offers a wealth of opportunities for growth, experience, and making a real impact in your community!
United States, Texas, Allen
Mar 10, 2025
Description HIRING RATE: $12.7096 per hour FULL HIRING RANGE: $12.7096 - $15.5697 per hour The City: With over 100,000 residents, the City of Allen is a dynamic and welcoming community. Its strong economy, diverse population, excellent educational institutions, and quality of life make it the ideal place to work, live, and play. The City of Allen has something to offer everyone. The City's Mission is " to achieve excellence in managing the development of the community and in providing city services so that conditions of living and public confidence are continually enhanced." Our employees serve the citizens of Allen with the PRIDE values. We do *"Work that MATTERS!"* People First - Giving priority to others Respect - Treating others with courtesy and dignity Integrity - Serving with honesty, trust, and hard work Deliver - Following through on commitments while exceeding expectations Excel - Creating an innovative and improving work environment The Library Page is key in ensuring that library materials are well-organized, accessible, and in good condition for patrons. This position is responsible for shelving books, maintaining library collections, assisting with basic patron inquiries, and supporting library staff with general tasks. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and enjoys working in a structured environment. This seasonal position requires up to 20 hours per week, including weekends and varied hours. The Allen Public Library is temporarily located at the former Rountree Elementary School campus: 800 E Main St, Allen, TX 75002, USA Essential Functions This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent. Library Material Organization: Sorts, shelves, and arranges books and materials using the library's classification systems (alphabetic, numeric, and alphanumeric). Ensures proper order, alignment, and spacing of materials to maintain an organized collection. Collection Maintenance: Regularly checks shelves for misplaced items, relocates materials to eliminate overcrowding, and straightens materials to enhance accessibility. Patron Support: Assists patrons with locating materials, answering basic directional questions, and referring complex inquiries to appropriate staff. Provides guidance on library equipment such as self-checkout stations, the library catalog, microfilm readers, and copiers. Library Upkeep: Ensures the tidiness of public areas by retrieving misplaced materials, straightening chairs, and preparing the library for opening and closing. Library Displays: Assists in creating engaging library displays by researching themes, gathering materials, and decorating designated areas to enhance the patron experience. Job Requirements Education & Experience Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: High School diploma or equivalent and no previous work experience. Work Schedule 19 hours per week, weekends, varied hours Overall Physical Strength Demands Light - Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree. Supplemental Information A strong candidate for this position will possess the following skills: Organizational Efficiency - Shelving books, managing materials, and maintaining a well-structured and visually appealing library space. Attention to Detail - Ensuring proper placement of books and materials according to classification systems and correcting misplaced items. Time Management & Task Prioritization - Handling multiple responsibilities such as shelving, patron assistance, and collection maintenance efficiently. Customer Service & Public Interaction - Engaging positively with library patrons, assisting, and referring inquiries to appropriate staff. Basic Troubleshooting - Assisting patrons with library equipment and identifying minor issues for staff resolution. Collaboration & Teamwork - Working alongside library staff to support daily operations and special projects. Problem-Solving & Adaptability - Addressing misplaced materials, resolving minor technical issues, and adjusting to changing library needs. Technology Use & Data Entry - Utilizing library software, catalog systems, and digital tools for organization and inventory tracking. This position is ideal for detail-oriented, organized individuals who enjoy contributing to a structured, community-focused environment. General Supervision: Work is typically reviewed upon completion, with occasional spot checks while in process, to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and conformance to established standards. Autonomy is granted at the service or program level. Work is subject to general and departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as needed. THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED .