Part-Time Library Page

Under direct supervision keeps library materials shelved and organized, and helps prepare the facility for program use, and assists with other library-specific work on a part-time basis. Must work a set schedule that meets the needs of assigned division.

This is a part-time position requiring availability on Saturdays, with additional hours scheduled depending on the needs of the City.

1. Shelves library materials according to alphabetical, numerical, and categorical systems; and maintains cleanliness and orderliness of shelves.
2. Reads shelves for accuracy and re-shelves misplaced items.
3. Lifts and moves boxes of donations.
4. May aid library patrons in use of printers, copy machines and other audiovisual equipment and handles minor problems with equipment.
5. May process materials for shelf readiness, repair or discard.
6. Performs a wide range of physical motions, which may include routine and repetitive bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, moving, lifting, and carrying library materials and other equipment up to 25 pounds; and pushes books trucks with a force of up to 20 pounds.
7. Physically lifts and arranges library furniture and equipment for library programs and facility rentals, and restores the rooms to an orderly condition following their use.
8. Performs janitorial tasks as needed.
9. Performs minor facility maintenance duties prior to scheduled classes and activities.
10. Assist with the supervision of facility rentals and enforce rules applicable to that reservation.
11. Performs other library-related duties as assigned. 

1. Willingness to do routine, solitary work.
2. Ability to learn the Dewey Decimal System and other library filing systems, ability to alphabetize and to shelve accurately and with acceptable speed and neatness.
3. Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
4. Ability to meet the public with courtesy, tactfully refer customers to the appropriate service desk, and work harmoniously with other employees. 
5. Ability to learn and perform repetitive tasks and to organize, prioritize, and pace work duties.
6. Ability to communicate clearly and resolve situations diplomatically.
7. Knowledge of basic customer service standards.  

Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school.  Applicant must be 18 years or older and available to work up to 10 - 20 hours a week, Monday-Sunday, including nights and weekends.  

Experience
None

Physical Requirements
This position requires physical ability to perform a wide range of motions which may include routine and repetitive bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, moving, lifting, and carrying library materials and other objects up to 25 pounds; and pushing and pulling book carts with a force of up to 60 pounds. These activities are done consistently throughout a work shift.
 
Vision requirements include ability to read written instruction, book covers, and spine labels on books, magazines, and other printed materials.
 
Hearing and speaking requirements include ability to communicate effectively with supervisor and co-workers.

Background Check/Physical Exam  
Individuals selected for employment will be required to take and pass a background check (fingerprinting) for all positions and medical exam for full time and permanent part time positions.  The background check and medical examination are at City expense; and conducted by a law enforcement agency and physician designated by the City.  Candidates who are currently working are urged not to resign until they have successfully passed the background check, physical examination and received a final offer letter. 
  
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Yorba Linda does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment. Any qualified individual with a disability must provide reasonable notice to the Human Resources Department prior to the final date of an examination. 
  
 In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all new employees hired by the City must verify identity and entitlement to work in the United States by providing required documentation. 
  
Disaster Service Worker  
In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of Yorba Linda Employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.