The City of Anaheim Public Library seeks several enthusiastic and dynamic Part Time Library Pages to provide accurate and thorough service in a team-oriented library system. The Part Time Library Page is an entry-level support position assigned to various sections of the Library (i.e. circulation or technical services/collection support). Under direct supervision, the Part Time Library Page performs a variety of manual and clerical tasks related to library materials processing, sorting, shelving, and retrieving; unpacks and checks in library material; participates in the preparation and organization of shipments and deliveries; provides meeting room support such as positioning chairs and tables for room set-up and take-down; and performs related work as required. Prior library experience is highly desired.
This is a part time position, typically assigned 15-20 hours per week with no minimum number of hours guaranteed. Scheduled hours will include Saturdays and/or Sundays and evening shifts.
About Anaheim Public Library...
Anaheim Public Library promotes literacy, lifelong learning, and a love of reading through traditional print materials as well as virtual services. Our mission is to promote information through programming and engage our community while providing a safe space for the diverse members of Anaheim to share, thrive, explore, create, enjoy, honor, celebrate, and engage with one another.
There are eleven Library outlets serving the City of Anaheim and surrounding communities. This includes a Central Library, six branch libraries, a mobile library, a mobile STEAM van, the self-service branch at ARTIC Transportation Center, and the Anaheim Heritage Center which houses our local history collections.
Online Application First Review Date: Friday, August 7, 2026, at 5:00 pm
The following functions are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed functions and/or may be required to perform additional or different functions from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
Performs sorting and shelving of library materials such as books, audio-visual media, newspapers, magazines, and other material; retrieves library materials from shelves and book trucks; sorts and prepares library materials for shelving; arranges and maintains a variety of library material in order on shelves, including shifting of the materials to make room for more books and for esthetics.
Searches for, sorts, and prepares library materials for daily delivery.
Unpacks library shipments of materials and supplies; verifies contents against a packing list.
Checks in library materials.
Processes and prepares new library materials for circulation and public use, including newspapers, magazines and paperbacks.
Organizes and prepares outgoing delivery and patron request items.
Uses computer equipment to retrieve item records and print barcodes and call number labels.
Searches for and retrieves library materials for staff and patron use (e.g. requests, in-transit, claim returns, closed stacks).
Shelf reads to ensure that library materials are shelved correctly; maintains newspaper and magazine archives.
Answers the delivery intercom and phone; signs for library deliveries.
Packs and empties book bins; unloads book drops.
Cleans, repairs, and mends library materials; cleans library shelves and equipment.
Clears library tables and bookshelves of unused or mis-shelved books and other library materials.
Prepares conference rooms for meetings, library programs, and community gatherings; moves and arranges furniture (e.g. tables, chairs, podium) into specific configurations requested for the meeting; sets up coffee service and other refreshments.
Performs a variety of clerical and office support tasks such as assembling and breaking down boxes, raising and taking down flags, unlocking and locking of the public doors, shredding of library materials, and storage and retrieval of library supplies.
Prepares outgoing mail and package shipments; picks up and delivers library mail and materials to library staff.
Provides directional assistance to patrons upon request; may help patrons find the shelf location of library materials and appropriate services desks.
Sorts and tallies library card applications.
Accepts and sorts donated materials from the public.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
This is a part time position, typically assigned 15-20 hours per week with no minimum number of hours guaranteed. Scheduled hours will include Saturdays and/or Sundays and evening shifts.
IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTION
Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The deadline for the first review of applications is on Friday, August 7, 2026, at 5:00PM. Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applicants that apply after the first review are not guaranteed to be considered for this recruitment. This recruitment may close at any time without notice after the first review date.
The selection process will consist of a minimum of skills examination and oral interview.
The eligibility list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill the current and/or additional vacancies throughout the City.
Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for this position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check (to include a conviction record) and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug/alcohol screening). The City of Anaheim utilizes E-Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization.
Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communications by any other method.
Equal Opportunity Employer
