City of Cedar Rapids, IA
Library Shelver Job at City of Cedar Rapids, IA in Cedar Rapids
City of Cedar Rapids, IA, Cedar Rapids, IA, US, 52404
Salary: $16.47 - $18.13 Hourly
Location : Library- Main 450 5th Ave SE Cedar Rapids, IA
Job Type: Part-Time
Department: Library
Opening Date: 12/03/2025
Closing Date: 12/17/2025 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: LIBRARY
About
The City of Cedar Rapids Public Library is hiring a Library Shelver to help keep our materials organized and accessible for the community. In this role, you'll shelve books and other materials, maintain orderly collections, assist with materials handling, and help ensure items are available and easy to find. If you're detail-oriented, enjoy keeping things in order, and like being part of a team that supports learning and discovery-we'd love to have you join us!
About our Organization
At the City, we are committed to employing individuals who reflect our community's diverse backgrounds and this position is crucial in the success and strategic direction of a growing and evolving community. We appreciate and leverage the vast experience individuals bring beyond the technical requirements of a job. If you are an individual with similar experience listed here please consider applying. Experience and skills combined with commitment to our core values is key to building a greater community now and for the next generation.
About our Community
Nestled in the heart of Iowa, Cedar Rapids is our vibrant and diverse community known for its rich history, culture, and natural beauty. Our city has a strong sense of community which can be seen at any of our numerous parks, recreational opportunities, and family-friendly events year round. You can also explore our thriving downtown district, filled with shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, or take a stroll along the Cedar River, which runs through the heart of the city.
About the Position
Organizes and shelves library materials and empties book returns. Works under the supervision of the Library Shelving Supervisor.
Position Functions
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Acceptable Experience and Training:
Week 1 - Monday 2:15-8:15, Wednesday 9-5:30, Saturday 9-3
Week 2 - Wednesday 9-5:30, Thursday 10-4, Saturday 9-3
Week 3 - Wednesday 9-5:30, Thursday 10-4, Friday 9-3
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
The City of Cedar Rapids is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All job applicants will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history).
Applicants with Disabilities
We respect and value people with disabilities and are committed to providing a workplace culture of disability inclusion. People with disabilities are supported during the hiring process and are encouraged to apply for employment with the City of Cedar Rapids. In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations will be provided to those in need of assistance with the application and interview process. To request an accommodation, contact the City's Human Resources department by phone at 319-286-5000 or by email at hr@cedar-rapids.org.
We offer benefits and beyond for our employees and their families!
The City of Cedar Rapids provides outstanding pay, benefits, time off, including:
01
How many years of experience do you have shelving, organizing, or handling books/other materials in a library, bookstore, school, or similar setting?
02
Please briefly describe your experience shelving or organizing materials.
03
Which best describes your ideal library work environment?
04
Which languages do you speak well enough to communicate in a work setting? (Select all that apply)
05
Please briefly describe any experience you have working with the public or helping customers/patrons from a wide range of backgrounds.
Required Question
Location : Library- Main 450 5th Ave SE Cedar Rapids, IA
Job Type: Part-Time
Department: Library
Opening Date: 12/03/2025
Closing Date: 12/17/2025 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: LIBRARY
About
The City of Cedar Rapids Public Library is hiring a Library Shelver to help keep our materials organized and accessible for the community. In this role, you'll shelve books and other materials, maintain orderly collections, assist with materials handling, and help ensure items are available and easy to find. If you're detail-oriented, enjoy keeping things in order, and like being part of a team that supports learning and discovery-we'd love to have you join us!
About our Organization
At the City, we are committed to employing individuals who reflect our community's diverse backgrounds and this position is crucial in the success and strategic direction of a growing and evolving community. We appreciate and leverage the vast experience individuals bring beyond the technical requirements of a job. If you are an individual with similar experience listed here please consider applying. Experience and skills combined with commitment to our core values is key to building a greater community now and for the next generation.
About our Community
Nestled in the heart of Iowa, Cedar Rapids is our vibrant and diverse community known for its rich history, culture, and natural beauty. Our city has a strong sense of community which can be seen at any of our numerous parks, recreational opportunities, and family-friendly events year round. You can also explore our thriving downtown district, filled with shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, or take a stroll along the Cedar River, which runs through the heart of the city.
About the Position
Organizes and shelves library materials and empties book returns. Works under the supervision of the Library Shelving Supervisor.
Position Functions
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Shelves all types of library materials according to a pre-determined system;
- Reads shelves to ensure materials are in proper order;
- Clears reading tables and re-shelving areas;
- Assists with the Automated Materials Handling system, and pulls traps and removes holds to get materials into the hands of customers as quickly as possible;
- Processes incoming and outgoing materials deliveries;
- Conducts searches for missing library materials;
- Sorts mail; prepares packages and letters for mailing;
- Assists with inventory of library collections according to a pre-determined system;
- Assists with training new library shelvers under the direction of their supervisor;
- Promotes positive relations with library patrons;
- Provides directional information to the public;
- Shovels snow and does lawn work;
- Runs library errands;
- Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and safety practices;
- Attends work regularly at the designated place and time;
- Supports continuous process improvement initiatives;
- Performs related work as required.
Acceptable Experience and Training:
- No prior experience required.
Week 1 - Monday 2:15-8:15, Wednesday 9-5:30, Saturday 9-3
Week 2 - Wednesday 9-5:30, Thursday 10-4, Saturday 9-3
Week 3 - Wednesday 9-5:30, Thursday 10-4, Friday 9-3
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
The City of Cedar Rapids is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All job applicants will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history).
Applicants with Disabilities
We respect and value people with disabilities and are committed to providing a workplace culture of disability inclusion. People with disabilities are supported during the hiring process and are encouraged to apply for employment with the City of Cedar Rapids. In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations will be provided to those in need of assistance with the application and interview process. To request an accommodation, contact the City's Human Resources department by phone at 319-286-5000 or by email at hr@cedar-rapids.org.
We offer benefits and beyond for our employees and their families!
The City of Cedar Rapids provides outstanding pay, benefits, time off, including:
- Medical co-insurance for participating providers of 90% plan / 10% employee
- Competitive pay
- Iowa Public Employee's Retirement Pension plans with a 9.44% City contribution and 6.29% employee contribution
- 457 deferred compensation employer match program (City will match up to 0.05% of your annual income each calendar year-learn more here.)
- Flexible Spending (Health Care and Dependent Care Accounts- learn more here)
- An average of 11 paid holidays per year
- Up to $3,000 per year in educational assistance
- 4 weeks of paid parental leave
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness - (The PSLF program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time for a qualifying employer. )
- Pay raises as determined by bargaining contract
- 100% City paid basic life insurance
- Dental, vision, long-term disability, and supplemental life insurance
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- Expansive job growth opportunities
- Commitment to professional development
- Private health & wellness coaching partnerships
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How many years of experience do you have shelving, organizing, or handling books/other materials in a library, bookstore, school, or similar setting?
- Less than 1 year of experience
- At least 1 year of experience
- At least 2 years of experience
- At least 3 years of experience
- At least 4 years of experience
- At least 5 years of experience
- More than 5 years of experience
02
Please briefly describe your experience shelving or organizing materials.
03
Which best describes your ideal library work environment?
- A completely quiet space
- A mostly quiet space
- A somewhat interactive and engaged space
- A very interactive and engaged space
04
Which languages do you speak well enough to communicate in a work setting? (Select all that apply)
- Arabic
- French
- Kirundi
- Spanish
- Swahili
- Vietnamese
- Other Language Not Listed
- I only Speak English
05
Please briefly describe any experience you have working with the public or helping customers/patrons from a wide range of backgrounds.
Required Question