Library Assistant II, Gleason Public Library, Carlisle, MA

Posted March 23, 2015

The Gleason Public Library is seeking two energetic and customer service-oriented employees to fill the positions of Library Assistant II.

Description: The purpose of this position is to provide customer service and circulation services to the customers of the Gleason Public Library. General duties include checking materials in and out; answering the telephone; processing new materials; maintaining neatness and organization throughout the library; and assisting customers of all ages in the basic use and selection of library materials and services. Performs all other related work as required.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required plus a minimum of one year of customer service experience, or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Successful candidates will have excellent communication and customer service skills and have working knowledge of computers, Internet searching, and basic word processing software applications. Previous library experience and a strong interest in reading are preferred. 

Hours: 11 hours per week, including 2 evenings per week, plus an additional Saturday shift (3-7 hours) at least once per month.  Ability to cover additional shifts as needed due to staff vacation or illness is preferred.

Pay: $18.56–$22.54 per hour in steps

Closing date: Monday, April 6, 2015

To apply, send cover letter and resume to Katie Huffman at [email protected] or mail to Katie Huffman, Director, Gleason Public Library, 22 Bedford Rd., Carlisle, MA 01741.  EOE/AA.