Employment
Thank you for your interest in employment at the library.
*All applicants for library positions must apply online through the City of River Falls website
https://rfcity.org/499/Employment-Central.
Library Page (Part-time)
Rate of pay: $8.00 to $10.00 per hour
This is an entry level position. Pages are responsible for unloading book drops, basic operation of the Automated Material Handling system, shelving and other routine daily tasks. Hours vary. Must be available to work weekdays, evenings and weekends. In general, this position works 10 hours a week and does not exceed 15 hours per week.
Essential Job Functions
Shelves materials as directed
Unloads book drop
Operates Automatic Material Handling system
Checks in material
Unpacks and checks in courier
Additional tasks as assigned
Complies with established rules of operation, procedures and policies of the City of River Falls and River Falls Public Library
Maintains confidentiality of information regarding patrons’ use of library materials, programs and services
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must establish and maintain working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, other City personnel and the public
Demonstrate strong teamwork skills
Exhibit friendly, courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with both internal customers and patrons
Must have strong communication skills and possess an ability to speak and communicate clearly during personal interaction
Must be receptive to training and redirection.
Demonstrate ability to prioritize tasks.
Demonstrate ability to discern when to direct patrons to service desks
Demonstrate sensitivity to diverse patron population
Ability to accept and respond positively to coaching
Qualifications & Working Conditions
Minimum
Must be at least 16 years of age or 15 with work permit
Preferred
Knowledge of and/or experience with library work
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work is performed in the Library which includes exposure to computer screens. Primary functions require:
Sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting
On a frequent basis use hands, finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and talk and hear
On a frequent basis must be able to stand, walk, sit, talk and reach with hands and arms
Frequently lift, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and lift and carry boxes weighing up to 25 pounds
Operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine motor coordination including use of a computer keyboard
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Building open
Monday - Thursday from 10am - 8pm Friday from 10am - 6pm
Saturday from 10am - 2pm