Library Page

Library Page

Salary

$18.40 Hourly

Location

City of Pasadena, CA

Job Type

2025 - REG PT 0-19 HRS A WK

Job Number

26-176

Department

Library

Opening Date

06/04/2026

Closing Date

6/25/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Max Number of Applicants

200

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Online Applications will be accepted until 200 complete applications are received.

The Pasadena Public Library seeks energetic, diligent, customer service oriented candidates who will promote a positive library experience to all users and visitors in our Citys libraries. In addition to creating a warm and welcoming library experience to all users, candidates are expected to maintain organized shelves and a clean and orderly space. We are interested in individuals that enjoy creating a customer friendly environment and who are comfortable working independently as well as with the public. Attention to detail is essential for success in this position. Comfort with technology is desirable.

For additional information on the library, please click: Pasadena Library.

Library Page positions are at-will and part-time (19 hours/week maximum). Work schedules are varied, including any combination of days, evenings, and weekends.

Essential Functions

The major responsibilities of this position are listed below. For more detailed information, please review the job description.

• Accurately shelve materials according to established library systems, alphabetize, read, perform simple arithmetic, and maintain an orderly library.
• Provide friendly, enthusiastic customer service to a wide variety of patrons and co-workers, in person and over the telephone.
• Perform circulation-related tasks, including check-in and check-out of materials.
• Possess a passion for serving the community and working with people.
• Obtain materials from the collection for patrons and staff on request.
• Ability to carry out written and oral instructions.
• Support co-workers in providing excellent customer service, programs, and outreach.
• Consistently surveys the library, keeping tables and spaces in order and tidy, straightens and shifts materials as needed.
• Performs routine clerical duties, which may include filing and the operation of a variety of office equipment such as a computer terminal, copy machine, scanning equipment, etc.
• Push heavy book trucks and bins.
• Carry heavy bound volumes and equipment up and down stairs.
• Set up rooms for programs and meetings.
• Runs errands and distributes mail.
• Performs other related work as necessary.

Qualification Guidelines

COMPETENCIES

The following list represents the core competencies needed for success in this position.

• Self-Management - Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependability.
• Action & Results Focus - Initiating tasks and focusing on accomplishment.
• Customer Focus - Attending to the needs and expectations of customers.
• Teamwork - Collaborating with others to achieve shared goals.
• Oral Communication - Engaging effectively in dialogue.
• Adaptability - Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of education and/or experience that has provided the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for acceptable job performance.

SELECTION PROCESS

The selection process may consist of one or more of the following: a training and experience evaluation, a written test, an interview panel, department-level interviews, and possibly a Work Preference Questionnaire. To help ensure the best fit for both you and our team, all candidates will complete a brief soft-skills assessment during the selection process. This assessment provides insight into your core interpersonal skills, behavioral traits, and preferred work environment-helping us support your success in the role.

VACANCY INFORMATION

There are currently three vacancies in the Public Services Division of the Department of Libraries and Information Services. The resulting eligibility list from this recruitment may be used to fill this vacancy and similar vacancies in the future.

Special Requirements

Library Pages work a varied, part-time schedule including Friday, Saturday, Sunday and evening hours. Some positions may require a valid Class C drivers license or alternative transportation if the job duties require work assignments between different libraries in Pasadena.

Retirement

Part-time employees pay 7.5% of earnings into an alternate plan called the Public Agency Retirement Services Alternate Retirement System Plan (PARS ARS) in lieu of Social Security.

Leave accruals

Part-time employees accrue sick leave at the rate of 1 hour per 30 hours worked.

01

Briefly describe why you are excited about working for the Pasadena Public Library.

02

What does excellent customer service look like to you?

03

Briefly describe your experience working or volunteering in a customer service-related environment.

04

Please provide your work availability from 10AM-7PM including evenings and weekends.

05

This position is 19 hours per week and requires individuals to work every Friday and Saturday as well as occasional evenings and Sundays. Will you be able to work this schedule?

• Yes
• No

06

Please list any other languages you speak and rate your proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking for each language on a scale of fluent, intermediate, or basic. If none, enter N/A.

07

Please initial acknowledging that you are aware that this is a part-time position.

Required Question

Employer City of Pasadena

Address 100 N. Garfield Ave., Rm S135

P. O. Box 7115

Pasadena, California, 91109-7215

Phone (626) 744-4366

(626) 744-4366

Website http://www.cityofpasadena.net/humanresources