LIBRARY PAGE (PART-TIME)

Position Information

Arlington County’s Public Library is seeking a part-time Library Page to perform entry level library support including shelving library books, keeping bookshelves in proper order, and performing other routine tasks. This position will assist in maintaining a neat and orderly area and provide back-office support for the County’s public libraries and their patrons.

Specific duties include:

• Shelving library materials according to the Dewey Decimal system and/or alphabetically
• Sorting returned books onto carts in preparation for shelving
• Checking in books from book drops and clearing patron records when materials are returned
• Pulling and processing items from shelves to meet patron holds
• Assisting in removing outdated materials from shelves as directed by professional library staff and
• Assisting in routing books, periodicals, and audiovisual materials to appropriate library branches and sections.

• A strong desire to support the County’s public libraries and their patrons
• The ability to quickly troubleshoot and problem-solve issues and thrive in a teamwork-oriented environment
• Strong organizational skills and
• A desire to create a welcoming and inclusive space for everyone.

Selection Criteria

Education: Completion of the requirements for graduation from a standard senior high school or vocational school, a GED certificate, or the equivalent.

Substitution: Additional experience may be substituted for up to two (2) years of high school on a year for year basis.

Desirables: Preference will be given to applicants with one or more of the following:

• Experience working in a library or bookstore setting
• Experience of stocking, reshelving or reorganizing products or items as a major work responsibility and/or
• Experience answering routine questions in a customer service setting.

Special Requirements

A pre-hire background check will be made on all candidates who are selected for employment. It may include checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history. You may be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information.

Additional Information

Work hours and location: Part-time, 20 hours per week, including evening and weekend hours. Actual work schedule will be determined by appointment, based on the needs of the library. This vacancy is located at the Westover Library, 1644 North McKinley Rd., Arlington. Work assignment may change over time.

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Applicants who have questions or need assistance with the application may telephone (703) 228-3500 or visit the Human Resources Department. Our staff will be happy to work with you to enter your application into the system. Public access computers are available at all County Libraries, and in the Human Resources Department.

The examination process for this position may include: (1) training and experience evaluation (2) written and oral examination (3) personal interview (4) performance test/work sample and/or (5) physical examination.

Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process. Please call the ADA Coordinator at 703-228-3559 (voice) or email pers@arlingtonva.us.