CITY OF MADISON HEIGHTS
PART-TIME LIBRARY PAGE
(NON-UNION POSITION)
***Please note: This position will start on Thursday, July 9 and will have a starting schedule of: Fri, 3pm-5pm; Sat, 1pm-5pm; Mon, 3pm-6pm.
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
To perform routine work with library materials and events to ensure information and materials are easily accessible.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Work is performed under the general supervision of the Library Director or their designee; however, an employee in this position is expected to work independently without constant supervision.
TYPICAL EXAMPLES OF WORK:
An employee in this class may be called upon to do any or all of the following: (These examples do not include all of the tasks which the employee may be expected to perform.) Other duties may be assigned as necessary; employee holding this position is expected to maintain and update knowledge in job-related skills, procedures, and equipment.
- Provide respectful customer service upon request.
o Direct people to the appropriate staff member to handle a request and introduce the individual to the staff member along with a brief summary of the request.
o When procedures are not followed, inform full-time staff or supervisor.
- Perform routine work with library materials to ensure an accessible collection.
o Organize and place items in alphabetical or numerical order.
o Use a computer to scan items into the library database.
o Use a computer or tablet to create, review, and update reports, including, but not limited to:
§ Items requested by other libraries.
§ Items that have not recently been used.
§ Missing or lost materials.
o Retrieve materials from reports.
o Prepare, label, and repair materials.
- Work independently without constant supervision to improve efficiency.
o Request assistance from coworkers to ensure people receive accurate information.
o When coworkers are unable to supply needed information, request assistance from full-time employees or supervisors.
o Alert supervisors to safety issues promptly.
o Establish and maintain effective working relations, with coworkers, city employees, elected officials, and others. o Perform related work as required.DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Understanding of alphabetical order and numerical order including decimals.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee primarily works in a library setting. Onsite visits and/or meetings where varying conditions exist may be necessary
The employee must be able to:
- remain in a stationary position for multiple hours.
- move about indoors for multiple hours to place and retrieve materials, primarily at heights of seven feet and below.
The employee frequently:
- communicates with people verbally and professionally in a variety of situations.
- carries items weighing less than 25 pounds.
- uses software programs, including:
o library automation systems, for loaning and inventory of materials.
o word processing, like MS Word and Google Docs.
o spreadsheets, like MS Excel and Google Sheets.
- operates productivity machinery, such as:
o telephones.
o copy machines.
o printers.
The employee may occasionally:
- use stepstools to place or retrieve materials at heights of five to ten feet.
- assist with outdoor events in varying weather conditions.
- carry items weighing more than 25 pounds.
Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. EOE
