Library Page Substitute

Library Page Substitute

Adult Services

Troy Public Library

Starting at $13.73-$15.50

Based on qualifications, opportunities for growth

This position adheres to the Earned Sick Time Act and accrues paid time off, and offers eight (8) hours of Personal Holiday time each January.

Posting closes on October 20, 2026 at 11:59pm

The Troy Public Library is an important part of the vibrant, dynamic, and diverse City of Troy which serves an educated and involved community. Being engaged with up-to-date technology is a priority and a value to Library staff, residents, and businesses.

DUTIES

• Sort, shelve, and retrieve books, magazines, DVDs, and other library materials.
• Check shelves for accuracy and re-shelve misplaced items.
• Load, unload, and use push carts and large bins to transport materials and equipment throughout the library.
• Use the computer for email, data entry, and check-in/withdrawal of library materials.
• Maintain order and neatness in assigned service area.
• May assist with programs.
• May work in Adult Information Services, Youth Services, and/or Circulation departments as needed.
• Perform other related duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Must have attention to detail, accurate work, and the ability to interact with the public.
• Must be able to arrange library materials alphabetically and numerically, according to specific criteria.
• Must be able to perform frequent lifting and carrying of library materials, pushing and pulling book carts. Frequent stooping and reaching to shelve books on bottom and up to top shelf of library shelving areas (stacks), which will require the use of portable library stools.
• Must be able to transport library materials from return bins to carts (lift up to 25 pounds and push up to 40 pounds).
• Must be familiar with Microsoft Office Suite and be able to use email and perform basic computer tasks.
• As a condition of employment, the successful candidate must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen (including marijuana).

PREFERENCES

• Recent library experience.
• Recent customer service experience.

HOURS

• Part-time; Year-round.
• Up to 15 hours per week; Schedule will include days, evenings, and weekends.
• Must be able to work Wednesdays 4:15-9:15pm as a regular shift.

EVALUATION PROCESS

Interview and Library Page Skills Test

APPLY

Applications are available online at www.troymi.gov/jobopenings

Internal applicants, apply here https://ukg.troymi.gov/.

(Select the three lines on the upper left corner, under "My Info" select "My Career" then "Search for Jobs".)

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The City of Troy is committed to providing equal opportunity employment to all applicants. The City of Troy will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, height, weight, marital status, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal and law.