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EMPLOYMENT & VOLUNTEERING
Click here to view the current Organizational Structure and Essential Duties for each person within the Library.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
La Porte City Public Library is seeking a candidate to fill a part-time position as a Library Page
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Position Title
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Library Page
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Work Status
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Part-time, exempt
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Job Description
Responsible for shelving returned materials in all areas of the Library. Pages are also responsible for keeping items in the right order by conducting frequent shelf checks and facing projects. Successful candidates will have a basic knowledge of technology, be self-motivated, a team player, customer service oriented, and able to work independently with the ability to handle a fluctuating workload, which includes—and is not limited to—standing, sitting, kneeling, stooping, and lifting at least 25 pounds. This position reports to the Library Director or Librarian on duty.
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Essential Duties
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Basic account management
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Basic circulation management
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Shelves material using the Dewey Decimal System
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Generates lists to find materials
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Shelf reads and maintain organized shelves
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Performs simple mending, labeling, and covering of materials
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Conducting weeding activities to deaccession items
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Provides simple directional information to guests
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Maintains a log of work performed, especially partially completed tasks
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Performs other related duties as assigned by the Library Director or Librarian
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Required Qualifications
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Must be at least 16 years of age
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Strong ability to alphabetize material
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Desired Qualifications
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High School Diploma or equivalent
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Prior customer service experience
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Experience working with spreadsheets
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Work Schedule
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Saturdays 9:30am-2:30pm; some additional hours as needed
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Pay Range
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$7.50-8.50 per hour depending on experience and education
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To Apply
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Submit a cover letter, resume/CV, and a City of La Porte City Employment Application to the Library Director
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Deliver materials in-person at the circulation desk
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Mail to La Porte City Public Library, 308 Main St., La Porte City, IA 50651
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Employment Applications available at the Library or City Hall
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La Porte City Public Library: 308 Main St., La Porte City, IA 50651
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City Hall: 202 Main St., La Porte City, IA 50651
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Application Period
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Opened June 10, 2025
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Priority Deadline July 16, 2025
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The City of La Porte City is an Equal Opportunity Employer
VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES
Adult Volunteers & Volunteens
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Adult Volunteers (18+ yrs.) and Volunteens (13-17 yrs.) perform a variety of tasks at the Library. Below are a few of those tasks. All volunteers must apply and consent to a background check. Volunteens (13-17 yrs.) perform a variety of tasks (except as an Outreach Assistant) at the Library, which are described below with. Below are a few of those tasks. Hours committed to the library count toward the Silver Cord with the Union Community School District.
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Activity Preparation Assistant
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Help assemble materials for Library programs and outreach visits
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Primary duties include attention to detail, ability to work independently, and manual dexterity
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Ability to work a minimum of a one-hour shift is required, and working a two-hour shift his highly desirable
Collection Maintenance Assistant
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Perform cleaning and organization of materials on shelves
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Assist with filing
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Clean other collections and office material
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Primary duties include an ability to read small print, attention to detail, ability to work independently, ability to bend, ability to push a full cart of books, and knowledge of library systems
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Ability to work a minimum of a one-hour shift is required, and working a two-hour shift his highly desirable
Outreach Assistant
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Assemble and bundle Library material bing prepared for transportation
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Primary duties include attention to detail, ability to work independently, and ability to carry bags/boxes of books weighing up to 25 pounds
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Ability to work a minimum of a one-hour shift is required, and working a two-hour shift his highly desirable
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Volunteers performing this task must be at least 18 years old and are expected to respect patron privacy, confidentiality, and wellbeing
Program and Events Assistant
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Greet program attendees by asking as a representative of the Library
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Collect attendance statistics
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Assist with last-minute preparations
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Primary duties include attention to detail, dependability, congenial and cheerful attitude, ability to stand for long-periods of time, and manual dexterity
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Ability to work a minimum of a one-hour shift is required, and working a two-hour shift his highly desirable
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Any volunteer must submit an application (see below) and either return it to the circulation desk or email it to info@lpcpubliclibrary.org. As tasks are prepared, registered volunteers will be contacted via email or phone.