Library Page; Part-time

Duties and Responsibilities

• Shelving library materials (books, DVDs, CDs, etc.)
• Keep library materials in order; learn how to use the Dewey Decimal System and other organizational and filing systems in use.
• Clean and mend returned materials.
• Assist in preparing new materials for check out.
• Assist with special programs; registration, preparing handouts and programs, decorating, set up room, break down and clean up room, help manage crowds, lead children or other participants to designated area or room, greet participants as they arrive, etc.
• Backup at circulation as needed:
  Check in materials, check out materials, take patron registrations, answer telephone, call patrons to alert them that requested materials have arrived, take patrons to needed resources within the library, etc.
• Miscellaneous other duties as needed.

Work is performed in accordance with the Regional Library Board of Trustees approved policies and procedures and other directives as issued by the Branch Manager and Library Director.

External candidates for this position must complete (1) Application for Employment, (2) Pass the Computer/Internet skills, Cash transaction, and Alphabetizing and Numerical sequence exam given at the Pascagoula Public Library.

• Must be 18 years old or older with high school diploma or GED.
• Must have dependable transportation to and from work and be able to report to work as scheduled.
• Must be able to follow instructions and work cooperatively with other staff members.
• Must be able to work mornings, evenings, and Saturday as scheduled.
• Must be able to work up to 18 hours per week.
• Must have good communication skills, both orally and written.
• Must have good public service skills.
• Must have good computer skills and have the ability to learn new computer applications.
• Must be able to pay attention to details and perform duties accurately and in a timely manner.
• The person holding this position must be physically capable of standing for long periods, have the ability to hear, bend, stoop, push, pull, squat, crouch, reach above shoulder level, and lift and move objects up to 25 pounds.
• Must attend training sessions assigned.
• Must adhere to all JGRLS personnel policies and procedures. (Personnel manual will be provided)

• Candidates that have a JGRLS library card.
• Candidates with previous work experience involving providing goods or services to the public.