Shelver

North Canton Public Library • North Canton, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

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 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 participating as a team player to enhance the Library’s work culture of kindness, respect, and integrity among staff.

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.

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
• Assists with emptying the book drop, inventory, and weeding projects within the department

What This Job Offers

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