Library Page - On Call

Library Page - On Call

Salary

$17.10 Hourly

Location

18878 SW Martinazzi Ave, Tualatin, OR

Job Type

Temporary/On-Call

Job Number

2026-00027

Department

Library

Opening Date

11/03/2026

Closing Date

11/22/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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Summary

The City of Tualatin is recruiting for on-call Library Pages. The incumbents will check in, sort, and shelve library materials, and perform clerical work as needed.

Come join our customer-friendly, enthusiastic team in our award-winning library, and assist in keeping our library a vibrant part of the community.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Shelves books and materials in appropriate stacks or locations, and maintains correct shelving order.

Pulls and processes items on reserve. Maintains the holds shelf using county-issues reports. Runs and acts upon reports to find library materials.

Checks library materials in; ensures that materials are complete and undamaged upon return.

Conducts basic title/author searches on library catalog and directs patrons to the item; place simple holds on items not currently available. Answers patron questions about the holds process.

Assists and directs volunteers; participates in recognition and appreciation of volunteers.

Ability to build and maintain cooperative and professional relationships with staff and vendors, and any position-relevant citizen group, board or committee.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Computer Skills: Ability to operate a personal computer. Knowledge of current software applications related to the functions and operations of a public Library. Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database software. Ability to navigate and utilize the Internet.

Language Skills: Ability to communicate effectively in English in oral and written form. Ability to respond to inquiries from patrons, volunteers and coworkers.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10s and 100s. Ability to sort and organize items numerically and alphabetically.

Other Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of the mechanics of library operation, or ability to acquire that knowledge through training. Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures including computer skills. Ability to service the public in a friendly yet businesslike manner. Ability to learn new tasks. Ability to organize. Ability to type and spell accurately. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Any satisfactory combination of education, experience and training which ensures the ability to perform the work.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be at least 16 years of age.

Additional Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee must be able to move heavy wheeled carts requiring the ability to push or pull with 35 pounds of force. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and push/pull up to 16-20 pounds initially, 10-15 pounds sustained, 25-35 pounds up ramps and over thresholds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.

Duties of this position are performed in an indoor environment, involving heavy public contact, frequent interruption and with a usually moderate noise level. Duties of this position require a willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

HOW TO APPLY:

The City of Tualatin is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination, and rigorously strives to increase diversity and inclusion. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The City will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge skills education and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you think you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skillset for the role. Apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/tualatinor.

The successful candidate will be subject to pre-placement reference, criminal background checks, and a physical screening.

There are a wide variety of benefits available to employees represented by the Tualatin Police Officers Association. These benefits include: health, dental with orthodontia, vision, life insurance, health retirement account, voluntary life insurance plans, flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care, an employee assistance program, and voluntary deferred compensation programs.

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TPOA-S Benefits

01

How much library work experience do you have? Include hours as an employee or volunteer. Do not include hours you use the library as a library patron.

• None
• Less than 20 hours
• 20 to 60 hours
• More than 60 hours

02

Please describe your library work experience.

03

Which description below best matches when your work experience in a library took place?

• I started less than 6 months ago
• I started 6 months to a year ago
• I started over a year ago

04

Which description below best matches how current your work experience is?

• I was just there in the last month
• I was in 1-3 months ago
• I was in 4-9 months ago
• Its been longer than 9 months since I was last in

05

What day(s) are you regularly available to work? (Check all that apply).

• Monday
• Tuesday
• Wednesday
• Thursday
• Friday
• Saturday
• Sunday

06

When you read this job posting, what captured your attention:

07

Under Oregon law, veterans who meet minimum qualifications for a position may be eligible for employment preference. If you think you may qualify, please read the following checklist carefully. Check the box for each item that is appropriate. To receive veterans preference, you must complete this section, and attach the required documentation when you submit this application. Acceptable documentation is either a copy of your DD-214, "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions, or as otherwise specifically noted below . "Active duty" does not include attendance at a school under military orders, except schooling incident to an active enlistment or a regular tour of duty, or normal military training as a reserve officer or member of an organized reserve or a National Guard unit.

• I served on active duty with the Armed Forces of the United States for a period of more than 90 consecutive days beginning on or before 1/31/55, and was discharged or released under honorable conditions.
• I served on active duty with the Armed Forces of the United States for a period of more than 178 consecutive days beginning after 1/31/55, and was discharged or released under honorable conditions.
• I served on active duty with the Armed Forces of the United States for 178 days or less, and was discharged or released under honorable conditions because of a service-connected disability.
• I served on active duty with the Armed Forces of the United States for 178 days or less, and was discharged or released under honorable conditions and have a disability rating from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs.
• I served on active duty with the Armed Forces of the United States for at least one day in a combat zone and was discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions.
• I received a combat or campaign ribbon or an expeditionary medal for service in the Armed Forces of the United States and was discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions.
• I am receiving a nonservice-connected pension from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION: a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs indicating you receive a nonservice-connected pension)
• I am not a veteran

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Qualified Disabled Veterans - You may claim additional employment preference if you check at least one box in the section below and provide proof of eligibility by attaching BOTH of the following documents with this application: 1. A copy of your DD-214 or 215, Certificate of Discharge, Copy 4, and 2. A public employment preference letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. To order the letter, call 1-800-827-1000 and request a public employment preference letter.

• I am entitled to disability compensation under laws administered by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs
• I was discharged or released from active duty for a disability incurred or aggravated in the line of duty.
• I was awarded the Purple Heart for wounds received in combat.
• I am not a disabled veteran

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Employer City of Tualatin

Address 18880 SW Martinazzi Ave

Tualatin, Oregon, 97062

Phone 503-691-3022

Website http://www.tualatinoregon.gov