Part-time Technical Services Assistant, Weymouth Public Libraries, Weymouth MA
Posted January 17, 2014
Technical Services Assistant
Grade 6, Part-Time, 18 hours per week
Definition
Support work involving the cataloging and processing of library materials for the Weymouth Public Libraries. Help to catalog all newly received books, publications and documents in accordance with the Town of Weymouth Library standards and procedures.
Supervision
Works under the supervision of the Head of Technical Services. With guidance, establishes own work plan and priorities, using established procedures to complete the work in accordance with established departmental policies and standards.
Job Environment
Work is performed under typical office and library conditions; work environment is moderately quiet; occasionally required to work outside of normal business hours.
Operates computer and other standard office equipment.
Makes occasional contact with other town departments, vendors, library patrons, and other library organizations; contacts are by phone, in person, and in writing, and require excellent customer service skills.
Essential Functions
The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
Maintains receipt of materials ordered, with verification against invoice. Maintains acquisition records.
Performs elementary descriptive cataloging, entering materials in automated bibliographic database. Assistance in file and records maintenance.
Participates in materials processing.
Assists with serials, check-in and maintenance.
Performs a variety of library clerical tasks, as assigned.
Recommended Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
Education: Minimum of a two-year degree required; a four-year degree preferred.
Experience: Previous work experience within a library setting is a plus.
Knowledge, Ability and Skill
Knowledge: Knowledge of basic library techniques, systems and procedures. A knowledge of acquisition, processing, and cataloging procedures is preferred.
Ability and Skill: A high degree of attention to detail is required. Ability to self-motivate and be a team player. Ability to prioritize and complete tasks and projects under strict deadlines. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships. Excellent customer service skills.
Physical Requirements
Light physical effort required in carrying and shelving books, and in performing other typical library functions. Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and climbing. Ability to operate a keyboard at an efficient speed. Frequently required to sit and talk or hear, use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move materials weighing up to 60 pounds.
Salary
Hourly rate of $12.75
Please submit a letter of interest and resume as well as a completed Town of Weymouth employment application to Lisa Coyne, Human Resources, Town of Weymouth, 75 Middle Street, Weymouth, MA 02188. The employment application can be found here:
http://www.weymouth.ma.us/