Library Shelver

Job Number:

- J0323-0271
- Job Title:

- Library Shelver (Auxiliary)
- Job Type:

- Auxiliary
- Employment Group:

- CUPE Inside
- Date Posted:

- March 3, 2023
- Closing Date:

- March 10, 2023
- Job Category:

- Library
- Branch/Location Office:

- Library
- City:

- Port Moody
- Province / State:

- British Columbia
- Salary Range:

- $21.30/Hour

Are you outgoing, energetic and customer-oriented? Join our exceptional public service team as a Library Shelver. This is an entry level position that ensures books and other library materials are properly shelved and displayed, and that public areas of the library are tidy.

Duties include: emptying book drops and moving materials to carts; sorting books and other materials into alphabetical or numerical order; shelving and filing materials; shelf-reading to ensure materials are properly filed; and tidying shelves and study areas. This position also directs patrons to appropriate library service points for assistance.

Auxiliary shelvers work on an on-call and as-needed basis. The position may be offered shifts from Monday to Sunday including evenings and holidays. Applicants who only have limited availability may not be considered.

Basic Qualifications:

- Secondary school graduation (Grade 12) or current high school student.
- Some knowledge of the library and its functions and procedures.
- Previous job experience in customer service in the retail or hospitality industry field is preferred. Library experience is a plus.
- Ability to sort and file alphanumerically.
- Ability to perform the physical demands of the position (lift and carry books; push and pull carts of library materials; reach to place materials on library shelves; frequent standing, walking and bending).
- Experience following established procedures and working independently.
- Ability to contribute positively to and work effectively within a team environment.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Strong communication skills.