Library Page I

City of Mission Viejo Invites Applications for

LIBRARY PAGE I

$18.15 - $21.98 per hour

APPLY BY: 3:00 P.M., WEDNESDAY, JULY 29, 2026

SEARCH SCHEDULE: Online applications must be completed & submitted no later than 3:00 p.m. on the filing deadline. NeoGov will reject all applications started prior to 3:00 p.m., but not submitted by 3:00 p.m. No exceptions will be made to the closing deadline. Please plan accordingly.

In-person interviews are tentatively scheduled for some time during the week of August 3, 2026.  Only one date will be available for an applicant to attend.   The City will not accommodate applicant scheduling requests for alternate dates.  It is recommended that you plan your calendar accordingly when you apply. The eligibility list established for this current recruitment may be used to fill future Library Page vacancies.

The Position

The City of Mission Viejo seeks qualified candidates to serve as our next part-time Library Page to provide excellent customer service to library patrons. Candidates will assist with shelving and filing all library materials using different filing systems; collecting, sorting, organizing and filing any materials used in the library; and moving furniture and equipment as needed; assisting in the Passport Office with check-in procedures and taking photos; assisting with Library programs as needed.

There are two (2) vacancies to work at the Mission Viejo Library.  Position 1 schedule: Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.; Tuesday 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.; Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.; and Friday from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.  Position 2 schedule: Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Monday from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.; and Wednesday from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The schedule may change to cover absences of coworkers and for department programming needs. The actual work schedule will be based on the needs of the City for the particular work week.  The City of Mission Viejo Library is typically open to the public: Monday through Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.; Friday, 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; and Sunday, 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.  

Library Page I are considered at-will Hourly, Seasonal, and/or Temporary variable hour employees, and are not a part of the competitive service.  Incumbents will work a flexible schedule, with an average of 12 to 19 hours per week, with increased scheduling during peak workload periods, but less than 1,000 hours during the assignment through the fiscal year starting July 1st and ending June 30th. This is an FLSA non-exempt position and is entitled to overtime if an employee works more than forty (40) hours per week. 

Your impact

1. Promote positive relationships with the public, management team, fellow staff members, and volunteers. 
2. Provide the highest of standards of customer service, information, and communication to the public while upholding and promoting the Library’s programs and policies. 
3. Collect, sort, shelve, and file all library materials using different filing systems.
4. Retrieve library materials from outdoor book drops.
5. Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of shelves.
6. Check in library materials.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.

Applicants are encouraged to review the entire Library Page I job description by visiting the City’s website at https://cityofmissionviejo.org.  There you will discover detailed information about the responsibilities, qualifications, and expectations for this role and all the varying assignments in which this position can be assigned.

Your Team

The members of the Mission Viejo Library & Cultural Services Department are passionate and dedicated to enriching the lives of their community through books, resources, and programs. They are looking for someone with the same commitment to service and team spirit to join them.  

The Mission Viejo Library serves over 190,000 total cardholders and circulates over 835,000 items annually. Cultural Services hosts hundreds of classes and provides dozens of programs throughout the year. The Department is passionate about reducing barriers and welcoming all members of our community to engage in lifelong learning, literacy, and artistic endeavors.

IDEAL CANDIDATE 

• Able to work a minimum of 12 to 19 hours per week which may include early morning, evenings, and weekends;
• Knowledge of alphabetical and numeric filing system;
• Knowledge of purpose and functions of the library;
• Knowledge of techniques for providing a high level of customer service to the public and City staff;
• Ability to interact and work with people from varying age groups and diverse backgrounds;
• Learn, understand, and apply library policies and procedures; and
• Demonstrate good oral and written communications skills.

SKILL IN

• Working with minimum supervision.
• Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Understanding and carrying out oral and written instructions.
• Using tact, initiative, prudence and independent judgment within general policy, procedural and legal guidelines.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees and those contacted in the course of the work.
• Operating modern office equipment including computer equipment and software programs.
• Operating a motor vehicle safely.

Knowledge of:

• Alphabetical and decimal numeric filing system.
• Purpose and functions of the library.
• Effective public relations.
• General principles of risk management related to the functions of the assigned area.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service to public and City staff, in person and over the telephone.
• Safe driving principles and practices. 
• Safe work practices.

• Working with minimum supervision.
• Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Understanding and carrying out oral and written instructions.
• Using tact, initiative, prudence and independent judgment within general policy, procedural and legal guidelines.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees and those contacted in the course of the work.
• Operating modern office equipment including computer equipment and software programs.
• Operating a motor vehicle safely.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Equivalent to the completion of ninth (9^th) grade and some experience, paid or unpaid, in a library setting is desirable.  Previous computer experience is desirable.  

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE:

Applicants must be 15 years of age or older.  Applicants under the age of 18, that are required to attend school, must provide a California Workers Permit.