Library Page
Kingwood Public Library
Part-time
On-site
West Virginia, United States
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Job summary:
The Library Page assists library staff with maintenance and organization of library materials and uses their knowledge of library materials, services, and programs to provide excellent customer service to library patrons. The Library Page assists with routine tasks that support the day-to-day functioning of the library and preparation for special programs and events.
Duties include but are not limited to:
Serve as circulation desk attendant:
o Greets patrons as they enter and promotes a welcoming atmosphere
o Provides patrons with excellent customer service
o Check library materials out to patrons
o Check in library materials
o Placing holds on library materials
o Issue new and replacement cards
o Handle transactions for lost or overdue materials
o Instruct patrons on use of card catalog computer.
o Provide reference information or refer to director.
o Process reserve requests and Inter-library loans.
o Process renewals
o Assist with use of microfilm readers.
o Fill out petty cash sheets and maintain receipts
o Make photocopies for library patrons.
o Handle Fax processing.
General duties:
o Shelve all returned books daily
o Shelve returned audio books and videos daily
o Sort mail if needed
o Empty Book drop & check books in.
o Monitor patron access computers while in use by library patrons.
o Answer phone as needed.
o Process telephone renewals.
o Provide general information on hours and programs scheduled.
o Handle reference questions if you can or refer to other staff.
o Book meeting rooms using the Google calendar
o Check and reply to email
o Collect statistics using Google forms
Telephone:
o Answer phone as needed.
o Process telephone renewals
o Provide general information on hours and programs scheduled.
o Handle reference questions or refer to director as needed.
o Handle Fax processing.
Hours of Work:
o Up to 20 hours per week with some flexibility.
o Monday through Friday availability
o Up to 30 hours per week in the event of a staff shortage
o Regular workday hours = 4 hours
Compensation: $10.49 per hour
Our Mission
The Kingwood Public Library seeks to provide full and equal access of materials to all citizens of Kingwood and Preston County. The library shall strive to serve the citizens as a center of reliable information and meet the educational, cultural, historical and recreational interests of a diverse community.