Reference Interlibrary Loan Intern, Newton Free Library, Newton, MA

Posted June 8, 2015

Great opportunity to learn how ILL works and intern with a great department!

The Newton Free Library is the busiest single library location in Massachusetts and delivers a wide array of services and programming to the Newton Community.

The Reference Department is in-charge of Interlibrary Loan processing and is seeking a detailed oriented team member to work on Interlibrary Loan projects and other tasks. The tasks include data entry, keeping track of use statistics, retrieving and shelving materials, packaging materials to be mailed, helping with periodicals projects and other duties.

Qualifications: Basic filing skills (a-z, numeric, decimal); basic math skills; computer skills; familiarity with Windows, Word Processing; typing skills (40 words per minute); ability to lift (up to 20 lbs) and push loaded book trucks; ability to package materials to be mailed; knowledge of Dewey Decimal System and Excel.

Hours: 11 hours/week- Monday-Friday

Rate: $9.00 per hour

Position open until filled.

Individuals interested in the above position should submit a cover letter, resume and completed application to [email protected]. Please put the job title “Reference ILL Intern” in the subject line. City of Newton application may be found in the Human Resources section of the City web site.

The City of Newton is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action Employer.