Shelver

SHELVER

Job Title: Shelver

Responsibilities: The Library Shelver is directly responsible to the supervisor of the department in which he/she works for duties assigned by that Department Head. The Shelver works under supervision at those duties to which he/she has been assigned. 

Education: Youth must be able to obtain work permit if under 18 years of age. Adults must have a high school diploma from an accredited school or GED.

Duties:

• Returns library materials to the shelves accurately and quickly.
• Performs shelving tasks such as shelf reading, shifting and discarding materials, verifying materials and organizing carts.
• Performs basic data entry tasks in a Windows environment, including (but not limited to) word processing, inputting or searching data in library ILS, using Internet and email.
• Assists with inventory of materials.
• Assists in the preparation of library materials for public use; including, but not limited to, affixing labels, repairing damaged materials, applying protective jackets.
• Performs basic acquisitions procedures, including (but not limited to) checking in new materials and checking invoices.
• Operates copiers and other library equipment.
• Assists in locating materials for displays.
• Retrieves library materials from outside book returns, when assigned.
• Searches for missing, lost and claimed returned materials and pulls other items from the shelves as assigned.
• Assists with shifting and reorganizing materials, as assigned.
• Provides directional assistance, at patron’s request.
• Performs other duties as required to facilitate good public service and efficient library operations.

Knowledge and Skills:  

• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to alphabetize and to place items in numerical order.
• Ability to use and understand the library computer system and other related computer technologies.
• Ability to work with others and to promote good staff and community relations
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability and willingness to follow and enforce library procedures and policies.
• Must be able to lift and carry, push and/or pull 40 pounds, bend and reach.  
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.

The preceding statements provide an overview of the job responsibilities and shall not be construed as an all-inclusive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. It does not limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct or control the work of employees under his/her supervision. Additional related duties may be assigned.

Amended 07.19.2021; Revised 07.06.2025