JOB
Join King County Library System as a Library Page!
King County Library System is accepting applications for Library Page positions to fill openings throughout our library system. This recruitment will be used to build a pool of qualified candidates for vacancies across the entire county as we expand service to our communities.
***Please note that available schedules, hours, and work locations will vary by vacancy and will be discussed with candidates during the hiring process. While applying for these roles, you will have the opportunity to indicate your schedule and location availability in the supplemental questions.***
Library Pages play an essential role in creating welcoming, organized library spaces for our communities. In this position, you'll accurately and efficiently handle, sort, and shelve library materials, helping ensure patrons can easily find what they're looking for. You'll also maintain the overall appearance and organization of the library by keeping shelves orderly, straightening books and materials, and helping keep public spaces clean and inviting. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to build positive relationships with both coworkers and patrons from all backgrounds.
If you enjoy staying active, take pride in detail-oriented work, and want to contribute to an outstanding library experience for our patrons, we encourage you to apply!
REQUIRED: Applicants must attach a current resume and cover letter which addresses relevant work experience, education and training as it relates to this position.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Candidates whose qualifications meet the needs of the position may be contacted to participate in the next step of the hiring process before the posting closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply early.
Above: map of KCLS library branches and regions
About King County Library System (KCLS):
KCLS has a vision of a world where knowledge allows diverse communities to prosper and grow. In order to support this vision, we create opportunities through meaningful connections by acting as the knowledge sharing center for over 1.5 million diverse patrons, providing an unparalleled collection of library materials, resources, technology, services, and programs.
Approximately 1,000 engaged and passionate staff provide service in 50 community library locations and patron engagement using direct outreach, programs, and virtual assistance. Our service area includes cities, towns, tribal lands, and unincorporated districts of King County, with the exception of the city of Seattle.
From a 2021-2022 comprehensive Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Assessment Demographics and Language Report, of the more than 1.5 million residents who live within the KCLS service area, almost half identify as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC). Moreover, roughly one-third of the KCLS community speaks a language other than English as their first language.
The King County Library System values the diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures of all qualified individuals. We seek applicants that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, including BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and other people of color), immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities, veterans, etc.
KCLS welcomes reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities as an opportunity to assist qualified individuals to participate in the job application or interview process and/or perform the essential functions of the position upon hire.
Need an accommodation to apply or interview? Call (425) 369-3224 or email [email protected].
KCLS ensures equal opportunities and consideration for all job applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. KCLS does not tolerate discrimination or harassment during any stage of employment, including in recruiting, hiring, promotion, termination, leave of absence, compensation, or training.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Essential Duties/Major Responsibilities:
Any of the following duties may be performed. These examples are not necessarily performed by all incumbents, however, and do not include all specific tasks an incumbent may be expected to perform.
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Shelves and maintains order of materials.
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Moves, distributes and assists with processing of incoming and outgoing materials manually and using materials handling equipment.
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Assists with opening, maintaining and closing libraries, including equipment and grounds activities.
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Prepares rooms for meetings and assures that accessories needed for meetings are available.
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Inspects materials for damages and process accordingly.
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Assists with program setup and takedown.
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Assists with displays and assigned projects and programs.
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Provides minimal directional assistance to patrons. Refers other questions.
Secondary Duties:
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Participates in activities such as committee work, training, staff meetings, etc.
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Performs other related duties, as assigned.
Core Competencies:
Customer Focus
Primarily focused on customer needs, able to deliver high quality, value added services. Constantly strives to find new ways to increase customer satisfaction and understanding, foster equitable services, and forge meaningful connections.
Valuing Diversity
Manages relationships with all kinds and classes of people inclusively and equitably; respects, values, and encourages the unique dimension each employee adds to the organization and each member of the community brings to the whole. Seeks opportunities to learn from differences.
Ethics, Values, and Judgment
Exercises best judgment, trustworthiness, and professional standards of conduct; consistently demonstrates organizational values, moral principles, and accountability in behavior, character and action. Defends intellectual freedom and patron confidentiality.
Professional & Technical Knowledge
Demonstrates proficiency in professional and technical skills/ and or knowledge in position-related areas; purposely keeps up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise, in order to foster personal success and connections for others.
Approachability
Listens more than they talk; allows appropriate time for interactions; purposely builds rapport, sets positive tone and exhibits confidence by body language and speech. Maintains boundaries.
Work Quality
Inspires and strives for excellence in all aspects of work including setting high standards of performance for self and others; ensures that results are complete and accurate; exhibits attention to detail.
Teamwork/Collaborating
Works cooperatively and productively with others to achieve goals and deliverables. Is aware of, utilizes and celebrate their own and team member’s strengths and differences.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly using hands to grasp objects and lift individual books, frequently required to stand and walk and reach at all levels with hands and arms, frequently repetitive to shelve books and up to frequently will bend. The employee will frequently lift/carry 3 pounds, occasionally up to 20 pounds and seldom up to 35 pounds. Will occasionally push/pull carts using moderate force and frequently push/pulls with light force to straighten books.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed primarily indoors though the position may include outdoor tasks such as managing exterior book drops or removing light debris from walking, landscaped or parking areas. May encounter situations that involve patrons with behavioral issues. Varied work hours, including weekends and evenings, which may change periodically.
