Library Assistant – Circulation, Wayland Free Public Library, Wayland MA

Posted May 6, 2013

Position Title: Library Assistant – Circulation

Union: Library Association

Hours: 29 hours per week (mostly weekday, daytime hours)

Grade: L-1 Wages: $19.56- $25.52 per hour, plus benefits

Description of position:

Working in the Circulation Department of a busy, medium-sized public library, performs various tasks relating to the circulation of library materials. Assists in the processing of network transfer materials; assists in coordinating the work of clerks, pages, and volunteers; assists in maintaining online library events calendar; produces flyers, posters, bookmarks, and notices for library events. Maintains various bulletin boards in the library. Participates in planning and publicizing community events and programs. Is responsible for the library’s museum pass program and online pass reservation system. Some Saturday and evening hours are required.

Minimum entrance requirements:

Bachelor’s degree. Courses in library science desirable.

At least one (1) year of experience working in a Library setting or working in a clerical, secretarial, record keeping or related field.

Experience creating informational notices, flyers and posters desirable.

The successful candidate will possess demonstrated ability to interact with the public with patience and tact; excellent organizational talents; excellent attention to detail. Good written and oral communication skills are essential.

Date posted: April 30, 2013

Closing date: May 10, 2013

Apply to: John Senchyshyn, Assistant Town Administrator I Human Resources Director, Town of Wayland, 41 Cochituate Road, Wayland, MA 01778.