Chatham Area Public Library District
JOB DESCRIPTION
Title: Library Page
Title of Supervisor: Circulation Supervisor
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
- Detail oriented work habits
- Ability to work well with others
- Good public relation skills
- Knowledge of the operation of standard office machines
- Ability to type and to learn computer systems
- Ability to alphabetize accurately and understand the Dewey Decimal Classification System
JOB DUTIES
- Shelve materials and maintain an orderly collection
- Regular shelf reading to verify books are in correct order
- Straighten books on shelves
- Shelve materials left on tables
- Shift collection as needed
- Put away toys and puzzles in children's area
- Assist in library closing duties
- Circulation desk - patron assistance duties including the following:
- Check material in and out
- Process interlibrary loans
- Assist with reference, research, finding books and using the online card catalog
- Compute, receive and record fines
- Assist patrons with copy machine
- Send and receive FAX materials
- Assist in making new library card accounts
- Change outdoor sign messages
- Assist in processing of materials
- Type cards and pockets for magazines and puzzles
- Shift and straighten newspapers and magazines on a daily/weekly/monthly schedule
- Keep library bookmarks, brochures, printer paper, and other supplies stocked
- Maintain stock of forms used for interlibrary loans, etc.
- Perform various related duties and projects as assigned under the supervision of the Library Director and Circulation Supervisor
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Combination of desk work and active movement throughout the Library
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching
- Lift up to 25 lbs. Regularly; push/pull up to 50 lbs.
- Extended public-facing service and computer work
Full Library Page Job Description
This job description or certain job functions described herein may be subject to modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.
Please submit your completed application to Jobs@chathamlib.org or directly to the Library at 600 E. Spruce St., Chatham, IL 62629, Attn: Laura M., Circulation Supervisor.