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City of The Dalles

Library Page

The Dalles, OR · On-site

$15.05 - $18.51/hr

May 13, 2026 POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT Part-Time Library Page - Coverage Pool City of The Dalles Closing Date: Open until filled. Applications received by 5pm on May 27, 2026 will be included in the ...

City of The Dalles

Library Page

The Dalles, OR · On-site

$15.05 - $18.51/hr

May 13, 2026 POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT Part-Time Library Page - Coverage Pool City of The Dalles Closing Date: Open until filled. Applications received by 5pm on May 27, 2026 will be included in the ...

City of The Dalles, Oregon

Library Page

The Dalles, OR

$15.05 - $18.51/hr

May 13, 2026 POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT Part-Time Library Page - Coverage Pool City of The Dalles Closing Date: Open until filled. Applications received by 5pm on May 27, 2026 will be included in the ...

Oregon Tech

Library Technician 2

Klamath Falls, OR · On-site

$3.25K - $3.50K/mo

Posting Details Position Details Position Type Classified Working Title Library Technician 2 Classification Title Library Technician 2 College/Division Office of the Provost Department Library Hiring ...

City of Tualatin

Library Director

Tualatin, OR

... s new Library Director. Please see our ONLINE BROCHURE for a full description of the position. Please attach a cover letter and your resume when submitting your application. We look forward to ...

City of Tualatin

Library Director

Tualatin, OR

$134.35K - $170.21K/yr

... as Tualatin's new Library Director. Please see our ONLINE BROCHURE for a full description of the position. Please attach a cover letter and your resume when submitting your application. We look ...

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Library Page

City of The Dalles

The Dalles, OR • On-site

$15.05 - $18.51/hr

Part-time

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

May 13, 2026
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Part-Time Library Page - Coverage Pool
City of The Dalles
Closing Date: Open until filled. Applications received by 5pm on May 27, 2026 will be included in the first review.
The City of The Dalles Public Library is seeking applicants for its Part-Time Library Page Coverage Pool. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys helping the public, interacting with community members throughout the day, and keeping materials and spaces organized. If you take pride in accuracy and teamwork, you may be a great fit for this role.
Important Note: This is a no-benefits, no-guaranteed-schedule position. Hours will vary based on library staffing needs. Coverage requests may be short-notice or scheduled in advance, depending on operational needs. This position is scheduled up to (but not more than) 20 hours per week. Sick leave is provided on a prorated basis according to a 40-hour work week. Hours are not guaranteed.
*This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies*
What does a Library Page do?
Daily assignments vary and may include:
  • Shelving library materials, including books, magazines, and media
  • Performing routine tasks related to maintaining collections
  • Providing front-desk circulation support
  • Assisting the public with excellent customer service

Working Conditions:
  • Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, twisting, and reaching
  • Keyboarding, writing, filing, and sorting
  • Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds; pushing/pulling carts up to 80 pounds

Minimum Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
  • Ability to learn routine tasks within a reasonable timeframe
  • Strong customer service skills
  • Ability to communicate and problem solve effectively to meet a wide range of needs
  • Ability to file alphabetically and numerically with speed and accuracy

Preferred (but not required) Qualifications:
  • Spanish language proficiency
  • Familiarity with library organization systems, including the Dewey Decimal System

Education
  • High school diploma or equivalent

Experience:
  • Any satisfactory combination of experience and training that demonstrates the ability to perform the work

Compensation:
• $15.05 to $18.51 per hour
To apply, visit: https://thedalles.applicantpro.com/jobs/
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