Library Pages - Temporary Labor - City of Bellingham, WA

Library Pages - Temporary Labor

Job Title:	Library Pages - Temporary Labor
Department:	Library
Opening Date:	01/01/2009
Starting Salary:	$8.55/hr

JOB SUMMARY:
APPLICATIONS FOR THESE POSITIONS ARE ACCEPTED CONTINUALLY. THIS POSTING DOES NOT IMPLY THAT THERE ARE CURRENT VACANCIES.

The Bellingham Public Library hires Library Pages throughout the year. These positions are temporary labor, working approximately 12-20 hours/week, depending upon employee availability. Library Pages perform very basic duties including but not limited to: unloading book return bins, checking in materials, returning materials to proper location, shifting materials on shelves, etc. The position reports to the Circulation Librarian, but is supervised and receives daily assignments from the Library Page Coordinator. There are no benefits accompanying this position.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE & TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

Reading ability sufficient to read and understand Library policies, procedures and directions.

Ability and willingness to work various shifts, depending upon Library needs.

Must be at least 16 years old.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS: (knowledge, skills and abilities)

Ability to acquire knowledge of the Dewey classification system and basic library practices.

Ability to file alphabetically and numerically.

Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to use a computer terminal.

Ability to recognize the needs for shelving changes.

Ability to maintain cooperative working relationships with fellow employees and the public.

Physical ability to reach shelves from six feet high to floor level.

Lift and carry up to 25 lbs.

Stand for up to three hours.

Push a loaded book cart.

Visual acuity sufficient to perform required work.

Hearing sufficient to respond to call-bell.

Fine finger dexterity to manipulate computer keyboard.

TO APPLY:
Complete application materials at the bottom of this document (in PDF format). Return the following to the Human Resources office, City Hall, 210 Lottie St., Bellingham, Washington 98225.

Application (required)
Applicant Data Information Sheet (required)
Cover Letter (recommended)
Resume (recommended)

Applications are accepted on an on-going basis and will be kept on file for six months. When vacancies occur, Library staff will review all applications on file.

Please download the 1 Required Forms

PER3-4_LibraryPage.pdf (131k)

As an Equal Opportunity Employer the City of Bellingham values diversity to include all ethnic backgrounds, citizenship, religion or creed, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital, or familial status, age over 40, military status, political or union affiliation, or involvement in prior complaints of discrimination or harassment. All are encouraged to apply for employment opportunities. In accordance with the American’s with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodation will be provided for persons with disabilities, to request assistance in the application and selection process, if requested. Please notify the Human Resources Department about the accommodation needed, preferably at the time of application, at least two days prior to the date needed.

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.