Description
Department: Youth Services @ Downtown Newark
Reports To: Interim Library Operations Manager
Job Classification: Part-Time Staff Member; Page; 12-15 hours/week; Non-Exempt; Rate of Pay: $11.00/hour; Not Benefit or Holiday Pay Eligible; OPERS Retirement
Job Summary: The Page places Library materials on shelves, tables, etc., according to title, author, date, call number or other identifying feature; and keeps items neat and in order.
Mission: To enrich lives and communities through universal access to knowledge, lifelong learning, literacy, and cultural experiences.
Personal & Professional Attributes: All Licking County Library employees are expected to exercise sensitivity when working with others, display common sense and good judgment, actively promote the Library to the public, uphold the highest level of confidentiality, honesty and integrity, and represent the Library in a positive and professional manner at all times.
Core Technology Competencies: All Licking County Library employees must have a demonstrated working knowledge of computer operations, standard office equipment (copiers, faxes, etc.) and must be able to perform simple searches on the Library's online catalog. In addition, all employees must be able to prepare basic documents using a word processing program and have the ability to comprehend and explain to others all Library services.
Essential Duties:
- Sort, load, transport and shelve all Library materials according to title, author, date, call number or other identifying feature.
- Provide exemplary customer service by answering directional questions and assisting customers as needed.
- Shelf read ensuring materials are neat and in order.
- Identify materials for relocation or repair and give to supervisor for evaluation.
- Clean and straighten within the department at the end of each shift.
- Assist in preparing room for programs by arranging tables and chairs, creating artwork and displaying crafts and decorations.
- Shift materials as necessary.
- All other duties as needed or as assigned.
Position Requirements
General Requirements: Along with the commitment and desire to provide excellent service to library customers, all Licking County Library employees must have the ability to maintain predictable and regular attendance, work a flexible schedule including daytime, evening and weekend hours, communicate, comprehend and follow Library policy and procedure and develop and maintain positive working relationships with all internal and external customers. All employees must be able to understand library wide operations, satisfactorily perform all of the responsibilities associated with a specific job title and meet the physical requirements of that same job title. All employees must have the ability to alphabetize and perform basic math operations. In addition, all employees must have the ability to work according to the priorities as established by Library Administration and/or the Library Board of Trustees and to adapt to change as necessary.
Minimum Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:
- At least 14 years of age.
- Possess or acquire valid working permit.
- No experience necessary/entry level position.
- Must successfully pass a background check.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics:
- Strong verbal, written, and telephone skills.
- Ability to arrange materials in alphabetical and numerical sequence.
- Ability to shelve materials in a timely manner and keep shelved items neat and in order.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with staff and supervisors.
- Ability to communicate with others effectively.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of information handled.
- Ability to recognize and respond to potential dangers to customers and staff.
- Ability to perform the physical activities associated with this job.
- Flexibility in scheduling.
Full-Time/Part-Time
Part-Time
Position
Youth Services Page
Close Date
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt
Open Date
7/20/2026
Location
Downtown Newark
EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
This position is currently accepting applications.