Library Assistant, Children’s Room, M.G. Parker Memorial Library, Dracut, MA

Posted December 1, 2014

Part-Time Library Assistant for the Children’s Room – 12 Hours per Week

The M.G. Parker Memorial Library seeks an energetic and enthusiastic Library Assistant to work in our busy Children’s Room. Duties include assisting children through grade 6, as well as parents and teachers in finding suitable reading material for the child’s age, abilities, and tastes in both print and electronic format. You will be assisting children and parents in computer usage, checking out materials to patrons if needed, and processing requests for patrons for materials not available in Dracut. You will also be responsible for monitoring behavior to ensure the safety and rights of patrons when in the Children’s Room.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience working with children in a library or school setting. He or she will have knowledge of children’s literature and the ability to be flexible and work with people of all ages and backgrounds. Must have sufficient computer skills needed to perform the job. Must be physically able to stand, reach, and lift heavy materials. This position requires some evenings and Saturdays.

$13.48 / hour. No benefits.

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter, along with three references to:

Mary Hamilton
Head of Human Resources
Town of Dracut
62 Arlington Street
Dracut, MA 01826

Alternately, you may email her at [email protected].