Library Page - Multiple Locations - November 2026

Jefferson County•Lake, MS

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Library Page supports library operations by accurately sorting, organizing, and shelving materials, maintaining appealing displays, and contributing to materials processing and back-room functions. Pages work with library staff and volunteers and help create a welcoming environment for patrons. Positions are part-time and open at multiple library locations and the Bookmobile; applications are placed in a pool and reviewed as vacancies arise. The position is limited-benefit eligible and may not exceed 130 hours per calendar month. Hiring pay is $16.71 per hour or the applicable local minimum wage, whichever is higher. This is a union-represented position. Employees must comply with patron privacy and confidentiality laws, the American Library Association Code of Ethics, and ADA requirements for public access to space and technology.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, or currently pursuing a high school diploma or equivalent.
Must be at least 16 years of age as of the application date.
Strong customer service and communication skills.
Ability to stay organized and manage multiple tasks.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to put items in numerical and alphabetical order and pull items from sorter bins.
Ability to stand, bend, crouch, and push book carts for four or more hours.
Ability to lift and carry 20–50 pounds occasionally, 10–25 pounds frequently, or up to 10 pounds constantly.
Availability to work 12–16 hours per week, potentially including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

Sort, organize, and shelve library materials accurately, including placing materials in numerical and alphabetical order.
Pull items such as books, CDs, DVDs, and magazines from sorter bins.
Collaborate with fellow Pages on materials processing and back-room library functions.
Create visually appealing displays and assist with merchandising library materials.
Provide welcoming and friendly customer service.
Occasionally help patrons locate materials, answer directional questions, or use the self-check kiosk.
Troubleshoot equipment to ensure it operates correctly.
Participate in staff meetings and required trainings.
Comply with patron privacy and confidentiality laws, the American Library Association Code of Ethics, and ADA requirements.