The Role
Processes, organizes, sorts, and shelves returned library materials; fulfills patron holds; maintains accurate shelving sequences; re-shelves misplaced items; shifts materials; and keeps public and staff areas neat. The role requires customer service, organizational skills, attention to detail, physical ability to lift and move materials, alphabetization, use of the Dewey Decimal System, and learning library self-check and return technology.
Summary Generated by Built In
Pay
- Hiring Range: $13.66 - $15.03 Hourly
- Pay Range: $13.66 - $16.39 Hourly
Hours
- Part Time, 20 hour workweek.
- Evening and weekend work as required.
Location
- Main Library
- 304 S. Main St., South Bend, IN 46601
Essential Job Functions
Shelvers make it easy for patrons to use the library by keeping our libraries organized and looking great. Under the supervision of the assigned staff member, and with an unwavering commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, the shelver will:
- Process, organize, and shelve returned library materials. Sort and pack items for delivery.
- Locate and fulfill patron holds.
- Keep material in the correct sequence. Re-shelve out of place library material.
- Maintain neatness on shelves and in public and staff work areas, including, but not limited to items found on floors, tables, and display areas.
- Shift books and other library materials when necessary.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent desirable but not required.
Requirements
- Spanish language skills preferred.
- Interest in books and library materials.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Public service orientation and commitment to excellent and genuine customer service.
- Demonstration of character and integrity in all situations while upholding SJCPL’s ethical standards.
- Dependability, punctuality, trustworthiness, good attendance and work habits.
- Physical agility and strength to bend, reach, lift, move library materials (20-25 lbs.), push/pull (up to 50 lbs.), and to stand for long periods of time.
- Follow instructions, be accurate and pay attention to details.
Ability to
- Work efficiently and prioritize important tasks.
- Accept and manage change. Maintain composure and overcome stress in any situation.
- Identify efficiencies and suggest improvements in workflow.
- Display high standards of ethical conduct, honesty, and integrity.
- Be enthusiastic, creative, flexible, energetic, value diversity, and possess a sense of humor.
- Form and maintain excellent working relationships.
- Manage confidential information appropriately.
- Provide excellent customer service.
- Read small print on labels on books and materials.
- Work with minimum supervision and reach and maintain a high level of productivity.
- Alphabetize and utilize the Dewey Decimal System.
- Learn the Library’s self-check and return technology.
Benefits
- Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
- Hoosier S.T.A.R.T 457(b) Employee Funded Retirement Plan
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program
- 16 Vacation Hours Annually
- 40 Sick Time Hours Annually
- 10 Paid Holidays
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Spanish language skills
- Interest in books and library materials
- Strong organizational skills
- Public service orientation and commitment to excellent customer service
- Character, integrity, and adherence to ethical standards
- Dependability, punctuality, trustworthiness, good attendance, and strong work habits
- Physical agility and strength to bend, reach, lift, and move materials weighing 20 to 25 pounds
- Ability to push and pull up to 50 pounds
- Ability to stand for long periods
- Ability to follow instructions and maintain accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to work efficiently and prioritize tasks
- Ability to manage change and remain composed under stress
- Ability to identify workflow efficiencies and suggest improvements
- High standards of ethical conduct, honesty, and integrity
- Enthusiastic, creative, flexible, and energetic approach
- Ability to value diversity and maintain a sense of humor
- Ability to form and maintain excellent working relationships
- Ability to manage confidential information appropriately
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to read small print on book and material labels
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and maintain productivity
- Ability to alphabetize and use the Dewey Decimal System
- Ability to learn library self-check and return technology
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The Company
What We Do
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