St. Louis Public Library
MATERIALS ASSISTANT (BOOK SHELVER)
This job is now closed
Job Description
- Req#: 478625
Shelve and straighten Library materials
Maintain assigned sections through regular shelf-reading and shifting.
Assist in processing incoming and outgoing deliveries.
Monitor book drop area for material returns.
Complete customer request lists and retrieve materials as assigned.
Able to arrange items in a certain order according to a specific set of rules.
Work independently with minimal supervision.
Able to learn Google Workspace (Google Docs, Sheets, Gmail)
Competitive starting pay of $14.00 per hour.
Originally opened in 1974 at 4666 Natural Bridge Avenue. The branch was relocated to a brand new facility at its present location in September 1991.
The Library broke with tradition by dedicating the branch in 1991 in honor of a living person, local educator and activist Dr. Julia Davis.
Newly renovated in 2023! The 15,000 square foot facility now includes the Creative Experience, a makerspace and workforce development center with studio-quality software and equipment to help with project production.
The Julia Davis Branch supports the collection needs of residents throughout the region by serving as the materials exchange hub between the St. Louis Public Library and the St. Louis County Library.
Julia Davis Library - M aterials Assistant
St. Louis Public Library
St. Louis Public Library ’s Julia Davis Regional Branch has an opening for a part-time Materials Assistant. We are a busy location in the St. Louis Public Library system serving several diverse neighborhoods. Our ideal candidate is someone who is comfortable working independently and with minimal supervision. This candidate is enthusiastic, patient, and able to complete tasks in a timely manner.
In this role you will:
You will need to be:
You will need to have:
No prior experience or training, however, previous library volunteer experience is a plus.
You will get:
Hours for this position are:
12 hours per week, schedule subject to change.
About SLPL:
St. Louis Public Library is a true urban library, representing the historic center of the St. Louis region: the City of St. Louis. With its roots in the mid-1800s, St. Louis Public Library has a long history of innovation and service, a large and historic collection including rare books and extensive special collections, and a diverse and dedicated staff. Our technology is a major resource throughout the City and beyond, and the Library makes an enormous investment in technology annually to keep them state of the art. We operate 17 locations in a relatively small city of 61 square miles. These range from our magnificent Central Library – one of the world’s great public libraries – to regional and neighborhood libraries that vary in size and design but are centerpieces in their communities. St. Louis was an early, passionate supporter of library services to children, and that remains a core value and mission. Outreach into our varied communities, marketing the Library’s remarkable strengths, and working with civic and cultural partners to benefit St. Louisans are all closely held values and goals at the Library.
Julia Davis Library:
About the neighborhood:
The Julia Davis Branch is located north and slightly west of Downtown St. Louis City on Natural Bridge Avenue, a major thoroughfare in North St. Louis. The library is within the Penrose neighborhood. The Julia Davis Branch has a special connection to the community it serves. In 1961, local educator and activist Dr. Julia Davis donated funds for the creation of the Julia Davis African American Collection. This collection explores the unique contributions of African American literature, history, and culture. Her initial contributions have been carried on by the St. Louis Public Library and today feature more than 3,000 items, including biographies, literature, music, and films.
To apply:
If you are interested in this opportunity, please visit slpl.org and click on the Careers link, and submit both your cover letter and your resume with your application. Thank you!
About the company
The St. Louis Public Library is a municipal public library system in the city of St.
Notice
Talentify is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Talentify provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities, including disabled veterans. Request assistance at accessibility@talentify.io or 407-000-0000.
Federal law requires every new hire to complete Form I-9 and present proof of identity and U.S. work eligibility.
An Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) will score your job-related skills and responses. Bias-audit & data-use details: www.talentify.io/bias-audit-report. NYC applicants may request an alternative process or accommodation at aedt@talentify.io or 407-000-0000.