Library Page - Various Locations (Part-Time)

Company: Government jobs
Location: Scottsdale
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Introduction

***As of Sunday, 6/19/2022, the salary range will increase to $13.91/hour to $20.23/hour***

Located in the beautiful Sonoran Desert, Scottsdale, Arizona is bordered by Phoenix to the west and the McDowell Mountains on the east.Scottsdale is annually rated among the nation's most desirable communities to live in, visit and do business in. Check out more about Scottsdale.

About The Position:
The ideal candidate has customer service experience and is comfortable working with a wide range of age groups including parents, young children, teens, adults, and seniors; can work independently and as part of a team, and takes pride in maintaining a neat and orderly library for patrons.The Library Page accurately checks in using a computer or automated sorter, re-shelves library materials; searches and pulls materials from various computer generated lists within the collection; and assists library staff with opening and closing the library.The Library Page should have the ability to regularly work a varied schedule including evenings and weekends.

Please note the following:

• Part-time positions have limited benefits, as required by law.
• Part-time positions are unclassified, at-will and serve at the discretion of City.
• Interviews may be conducted periodically throughout the duration of the continuous job posting.
• The job posting may close without notice if a sufficient number of qualified applications are received.
• Your application may be used to fill vacancies in branches throughout the Scottsdale Public Library system.
• Candidates who successfully pass the interview will be placed on an eligibility list.As vacancies are in need of being filled, the hiring supervisor may contact you for a follow-up interview before extending an offer.
• Your application will be kept on file for six months from the date it was submitted.If you do not receive a turndown email after your application has been submitted and/or after you have been interviewed, you have most likely been added to the eligibility list.It is not unusual for a candidate to remain on the eligibility list and not receive an offer - please be patient as the hiring supervisors are anxious to fill their vacancy with the best candidate.
• It is only necessary to submit one application; duplicates will not be considered, nor will they increase your chances of being selected to move forward in the process.
  Selection Process:
  Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process to include a panel interview and an assessment exercise.Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include:
  
  • Fingerprinting
  • Criminal Background screening for the past 7 years Minimum Qualifications
    
    Education and Experience
    • Any combination of training, education, and experience required to perform the job.Licensing, Certifications and other Requirements
      
      • Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on division/department/service assignment. Essential Functions
        
        Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional area which may include, but are not limited to, any combination of the following:
        
        • Sorts and shelves materials in all areas of the library as accurately and quickly as possible.
        • Uses computer system to check-in returned items, create paging list, and search for missing items.
        • Empties book drops; checks in and sorts materials as assigned.
        • Regularly neatens tables, carrels, and public seating areas to provide an inviting atmosphere for customers.
        • Assists in Circulation including issuing library cards and staffing drive up window as needed. Work Environment/Physical Demands
          
          The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position or that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
          • Lifts crates of books weighing up to 40 lbs. and pushes a fully loaded book cart weighing up to 300 pounds.
          • Works evening and weekend hours on a regular basis. Must be able to work a varied schedule.
            Click here to review the entire job description.
            
            The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time.
            
            EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.
            
            When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation.Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491.
            
            This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.
            
            Full-Time Positions:
            The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday and medical leave as well as insurance for medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance.For a more detailed overview of the employee benefits, click here.
            
            Part-Time Positions:
            The City of Scottsdale offers paid medical leave for part-time staff.
            
            Commute Solutions Program
            City of Scottsdale provides free Valley Metro Platinum passes to employees for the bus and light rail systems when commuting; a vanpool subsidy is also available. Employees can decrease stress, decrease wear & tear on their vehicle, and help the environment all at the same time.
            
            Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
            The City of Scottsdale is considered a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).You may find more information about the PSFL program by going to the Federal Student Aid website by clicking here.
            
            01The following Supplemental Questions will be used as part of the application screening and selection process and will assist in determining your eligibility for further consideration. Please note that incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, partial information, or answering a question with "See Resume/Refer to Application" will result in immediate disqualification from the selection process.Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
            • Yes
            • No
              
              02Do you have a combination of training, education, and experience required to perform the essential functions of this job?
              • Yes
              • No
                
                03If you have customer service experience, please summarize your experience. NOTE: Employers mentioned here must be shown in the Work Experience section of the application. Do not state "See resume" in lieu of responding to this question. If you don't have this experience, please write "None."
                
                04Describe your experience in filing alphabetical and numerical information.NOTE: Employers mentioned here must be shown in the Work Experience section of the application. Do not state "See resume" in lieu of responding to this question. If you don't have this experience, please write "None."
                
                05Describe your experience doing the following activities in relation to the library page duties:1) Standing, walking, bending, and reaching. 2) Lifting objects weighing up to 40 pounds. 3) Pushing heavy objects on a mobile cart weighing up to 300 pounds.
                
                06Please indicate the days and times you are available to work Sunday - Saturday, including evenings and weekends (example: Sundays 11am-6pm, Mondays 4pm-8pm, Tuesdays not available, Wednesdays - Saturdays 8am-4pm, etc.)
                
                07Please indicate your branch preference (select all that apply):
                • Appaloosa Library
                • Arabian Library
                • Civic Center Library
                • Mustang Library
                  
                  * Required Question

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