Page

Classification: Page

Location: Elkhart Public Library Downtown

Job Grade 2

Job Category: - Part-time (10-14 hours per week)

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Reports To: Page Manager

SUMMARY

A Page is responsible for shelving books and all tasks related to keeping the shelves neat and orderly.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

ORGANIZATION-WIDE EXPECTATIONS

• Follows established Library and personnel policy, procedures and work standards
• Attends work regularly, on time, and as scheduled
• Exhibits welcoming, helpful, positive and friendly behavior to all patrons, staff and guests at all times in all communication formats (verbal and non-verbal)
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information
• Regularly monitors Library communication venues including but not limited to employee email, staff bulletin boards and the intranet
• Participates in meetings, conferences, continuing education, community engagement, and special projects as required by the Elkhart Public Library or as dictated by professional commitment
• Addresses, or assists in addressing, issues and concerns related to the safety of Library staff and users as well as the security and maintenance of Library buildings and equipment

JOB-SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITY

• Shelves library materials correctly and in a timely manner, and keeps the shelves neat and orderly.
• Performs designated duties as assigned and scheduled per specific Page Work Instructions

WORK CONDITIONS

• Part-time/ variable hours (including evenings and weekends)

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Work permit, if required by law

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES

• Ability to learn and adapt
• Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with people of all ages in a business and public service context, along with professional colleagues
• Basic clerical, computer and mathematical skills
• A general knowledge of standard office equipment
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to follow written and verbal instructions
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Good oral language and communication skills
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and business correspondence
• Ability to effectively write business correspondence
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from Library personnel and the general public in one-to-one and group situations as appropriate

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to speak, hear and see
• Ability to stand for an extended length of time
• Ability to reach with hands and arms
• Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crawl
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds

SALARY AND BENEFITS

• See Elkhart Public Library Salary Schedule
• See Elkhart Public Library Personnel eManual

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. The above statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities that may be performed by a qualified applicant or individual with a disability. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.