Job description

Job Number: 2025-00100

King County Library System (KCLS) is seeking a detail-oriented Library Page to provide service to the Bellevue Library, located in the Lakeview Region of King County libraries. As Bellevue evolves into Washington’s fifth-largest city with a diverse population that includes over 80 languages spoken in schools and people of color making up more than 40 percent of residents, the Lakeview Region is focused on connecting with English Language Learner, Asian, and Latin communities. Our libraries also strive to explore a co-creation community approach to support all patrons by offering resources beyond books, including assistance with housing, medical needs, and other essential services.

The Library Page position performs work that involves handling and shelving library materials in an accurate and timely manner. This position maintains the general order of the library by straightening books and materials on shelves and by keeping floors and tables clean and orderly.

The successful candidate will pay close attention to details, be able to sort in alpha-numeric order, and will be able to effectively manage time to maximize productivity.

Schedule

Fridays: 2:15-6:15

Saturdays: 2:15-6:15

Sundays 2:15-6:15

All shifts in Bellevue

Required: Applicants must attach a current resume and cover letter which addresses relevant work experience, education, and training as it relates to this position.

About King County Library System (KCLS)

KCLS has a vision of a world where knowledge allows diverse communities to prosper and grow. In order to support this vision, we create opportunities through meaningful connections by acting as the knowledge sharing center for over 1.5 million diverse patrons, providing an unparalleled collection of library materials, resources, technology, services, and programs.

Approximately 1,000 engaged and passionate staff provide service in 50 community library locations and patron engagement using direct outreach, programs, and virtual assistance. Our service area includes cities, towns, tribal lands, and unincorporated districts of King County, with the exception of the city of Seattle.

From a 2021-2022 comprehensive Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Assessment Demographics and Language Report, of the more than 1.5 million residents who live within the KCLS service area, almost half identify as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC). Moreover, roughly one-third of the KCLS community speaks a language other than English as their first language.

The King County Library System values the diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures of all qualified individuals. We seek applicants that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, including BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and other people of color), immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities, veterans, etc.

KCLS welcomes reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities as an opportunity to assist qualified individuals to participate in the job application or interview process and/or perform the essential functions of the position upon hire.

Need an accommodation to apply or interview? Call (425) 369-3224 or email employment@kcls.org.

KCLS ensures equal opportunities and consideration for all job applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. KCLS does not tolerate discrimination or harassment during any stage of employment, including in recruiting, hiring, promotion, termination, leave of absence, compensation, or training.

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