Library Page - Des Moines - 12 Hours
Library Page - Des Moines - 12 Hours
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General Position Summary
Job Number 2025-00086
King County Library System (KCLS) is seeking onedetail-orientedLibrary Pageto provide service to the Des MoinesLibrarywhich is located in the SoundviewRegionof King County libraries.
TheLibrary Pageposition performs work that involves handling and shelving of library materials in an accurate and timely manner. This position maintains the general order of the library by straightening books and materials on shelves and by keeping floors and tables clean and orderly.
The successful candidate will pay close attention to details be able to sort in alpha-numeric order and will be able to effectively manage time to maximize productivity.
Schedule:Wednesday 3:10-7:10
Thursday 1:40-5:40
Friday 1:40-5:40
Note: Minor applicants must review the above work schedule to ensure compliance with Washington States hour and schedule rules. More information can be found at King County Library System (KCLS):
KCLS has a vision of a world where knowledge allows diverse communities to prosper and grow. In order to support this vision we create opportunities through meaningful connections by acting as the knowledge sharing center for over 1.5 million diverse patrons providing an unparalleled collection of library materials resources technology services and programs.
Approximately 1000 engaged and passionate staff provide service in 50 community library locations and patron engagement using direct outreach programs and virtual assistance. Our service area includes cities towns tribal lands and unincorporated districts of King County with the exception of the city of Seattle.
From a 2021-2022 comprehensive Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Assessment Demographics and Language Report of the more than 1.5 million residents who live within the KCLS service area almost half identify as Black Indigenous or People of Color (BIPOC). Moreover roughly one-third of the KCLS community speaks a language other than English as their first language.
The King County Library System values the diverse perspectives lived experiences and cultures of all qualified individuals. We seek applicants that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply including BIPOC (Black Indigenous and other people of color) immigrants refugees women LGBTQIA individuals with disabilities veterans etc.
KCLSwelcomes reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities as an opportunity to assist qualified individuals to participate in the job application or interview process and/or perform the essential functions of the position upon hire.
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KCLS ensures equal opportunities and consideration for all job applicants without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. KCLS does not tolerate discrimination or harassment during any stage of employment including in recruiting hiring promotion termination leave of absence compensation or training.Examples of Duties
Essential Duties/Major Responsibilities:
Any of the following duties may be performed. These examples are not necessarily performed by all incumbents however and do not include all specific tasks an incumbent may be expected to perform.
- Shelves andmaintainsorder of materials.
- Moves distributes and assists with processing of incoming and outgoing materials manually and using materials handling equipment.
- Assists with opening maintaining and closing libraries including equipment and grounds activities.
- Prepares rooms for meetings and assures that accessories needed for meetings are available.
- Inspects materials fordamagesand process accordingly.
- Assists with program setup and takedown.
- Assists with displays and assigned projects and programs.
- Provides minimal directional assistance to patrons.Refersother questions.
Shipping-Sorts and packs books being sent to various libraries. Receives andsortsbooks being returned to the Shipping.
Service Center (CMS) - Provides support to the departments in Collection Management Services. Selects processes and distributes materials in a timely manner. Disposes of materials for annual book sale.Checks materialsreceived at the Service Center for damage.
Service Center (Office Support) -Providessupportsto the departments by processing library materials and/or sorting alphabetizing copying binding printing archiving and filing office documents.
Secondary Duties:
- Participates in activities such as committee work training staff meetings etc.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Core Competencies:
Customer Focus
Primarily focused on customer needs able to deliverhigh quality value addedservices. Constantly strives to find new ways to increase customer satisfaction and understanding foster equitable services and forge meaningful connections.
Valuing Diversity
Manages relationships with all kinds and classes of people inclusively and equitably; respects values and encourages the unique dimension each employee adds to the organization and each member of the community brings to the whole. Seeks opportunities to learn from differences.
Ethics Values and Judgment
Exercises best judgment trustworthiness and professional standards of conduct; consistently demonstrates organizational values moral principles and accountability in behavior character and action. Defends intellectual freedom and patron confidentiality.
Professional & Technical Knowledge
Demonstrates proficiency in professional and technical skills/ and or knowledge in position-related areas; purposely keeps up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise in order to foster personal success and connections for others.
Approachability
Listens more than they talk; allows appropriate time for interactions; purposely builds rapport sets positive tone and exhibits confidence by body language and speech. Maintains boundaries.
Work Quality
Inspires and strives for excellence in all aspects of work including setting high standards of performance for self and others; ensures that results are complete and accurate; exhibits attention to detail.
Teamwork/Collaborating
Works cooperatively and productively with others to achieve goals and deliverables. Is aware of utilizes and celebrate their own and team members strengths and differences.
Desired Minimum Qualification
Education and Experience:
- Any combination of education andexperiencethatallows the successful performance of the job.
- Ability to read Englishand sort in alphanumeric order; ability to learn the Dewey Decimal System.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
None.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job the employee is constantly using hands to grasp objects and lift individual books frequently required to stand and walk and reach at all levels with hands and arms frequently repetitive to shelve books and up to frequently will bend. The employee will frequently lift/carry 3 pounds occasionally up to 20 pounds and seldom up to 35 pounds. Will occasionally push/pull carts using moderate force and frequently push/pulls with light force to straighten books.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed primarily indoors though the position may include outdoor tasks such as managing exterior book drops or removing light debris from walking landscaped or parking areas. May encounter situations that involve patrons with behavioral issues. Varied work hours including weekends and evenings which may change periodically.
Employment Type
Part-Time
