Library Shelver

Anoka County • Johnsville, AR

7d • $18 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Are you looking for a rewarding career serving the citizens of Anoka County where you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of others? Do you enjoy providing exceptional customer service and creating a welcoming and inclusive environment? The Anoka County Library system enriches lives by connecting the community to ideas, information, and inspiration. Library staff engage the public through a vast array of library services and resources. The Library Shelver is responsible for the accurate and efficient movement and placement of materials. The Library Shelver assists with special projects including creating and filling displays, shifting materials and processing materials for holds or lists. These two vacancies are part-time, non‑exempt, on‑site positions. Each role is scheduled for 12 hours per week. Interviews for candidates selected to advance in the hiring process will be conducted during the week of April 5.

Requirements

• Requires a high school diploma.

Nice To Haves

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work and communicate effectively with the public and staff members
• Knowledge of standard library procedures
• Knowledge of Dewey Decimal, alphabet, and number classification/filing systems
• Basic computer knowledge and skills
• Able to follow directions and complete tasks of a repetitive nature with minimal supervision while maintaining attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming environment for all by providing excellent customer service.
• Categorize and file library materials using established systems and codes.
• Ensure items are in the correct location based on reading level, item type, genre or decimal, and cutter or specialist collection.
• Replenish materials in displays based on abstract concepts.
• Monitor facilities in order to support patron safety.
• Assess material conditions for damage based on visual inspection, training and guidance.
• Assist with variety of library tasks related to managing processed materials, programs, special collections, etc.
• Work closely with library employees providing assistance in processing and fulfilling requests.

Benefits

• 24 days paid of flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year, pro-rated based on part-time status.
• Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 22: $18.35 to $23.85 per hour, annual salary calculation pro-rated based on part-time status.
• 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays pro-rated based on part-time status.
• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
• Advancement/professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED