Senior Library Assistant, Technical Services Department, Newton Free Library, Newton MA
Posted January 12, 2014
The Newton Free Library, recognized as one of the best public libraries in the nation, is seeking an applicant to join our team as a part-time Senior Library Assistant. This is a great opportunity to see how a Technical Services Department works in a busy public library. 15 hours per week (no nights or weekends). We request a commitment of at least a year.
Primary responsibilities:
-Unpack AV materials checking against packing lists and contacting vendors in case of discrepancies
-Process AV materials; barcoding, creating and affixing call # labels, informational labels and reinforcing packaging when necessary
-Classify AV materials assigning Newton Free Library specific Dewey call numbers to AV items
-Attach AV items to our database using our online Cataloging module (Innovative)
–Attach and code RFID tags for AV materials
-Additional responsibilities as directed by the Supervisor of Technical Services
Qualifications:
Strong candidates will have completed a basic cataloging class, and will have familiarity with Innovative Interfaces software or another integrated library system.
Additional Qualifications: Bachelors Degree required. Must be capable of lifting 40 pounds.
Salary = $ 15.60 per hour
Email resume to:
Michelle Buglio, Supervisor of Technical Services
No phone calls please.