Library Page

Town of Hamden • Hamden Library, CT

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About The Position

The Library Page is an indirect service provider who helps maintain the availability of library materials by shelving books and other materials, reading shelves, and keeping materials in proper sequence. The position may include providing simple directions to patrons and supporting library programs and procedures. At a branch library, duties also include maintaining inter-library loans and assisting patrons with information and placing holds. The role may also perform general clerical office tasks.

Requirements

• Must pass the Page test.
• Enjoy working with a diverse public and demonstrate cultural humility.
• Ability to engage with people in a positive manner.
• Comfort using computers and various software.
• Strong commitment to working within a team environment.
• Ability to acquire a working knowledge of library principles and practices and integrated library system software.

Responsibilities

• Check items to determine their proper place in the library.
• Regularly shelve library materials and maintain the proper order of shelves.
• Make phone calls to patrons who have holds on materials, as necessary.
• Check the shelves for items as necessary.
• As a back-up to the Borrower Services department, charge and discharge materials, answer the phone, and provide information to patrons.
• Prepare new materials for circulation, review their condition, and repair them where possible.
• Assist staff in preparing for and running various programs.
• At a branch library, maintain inter-library loans and assist patrons by providing information and placing holds on materials.
• Perform general clerical office tasks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed