Library Senior Substitute, City of Somerville, Somerville, MA

Posted August 18, 2015

$18.00 per hour; under 20 hours per week

Working at the Central Library, East Branch Library, West Branch Library or as assigned, assisting patrons with reference inquiries, responding to customer service issues, and emergencies, as needed, providing programming assistance, and other duties as required. May be assigned to work in or more public service desks, including Youth Services, Reference, and Circulation. Hours vary depending on scheduling needs.

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Library and Information Science, required. Must be available Saturdays; flexible schedule and availability on relatively short-notice, a plus; knowledgeable in the principles and practices of library operations; excellent reference and customer service skills; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; multilingual abilities a plus.

Applications are available on-line and should be forwarded to the City Hall Personnel Office or

Send resume along with a cover letter by September 14, 2015, to:
City Hall Personnel Office
93 Highland Avenue
Somerville MA 02143
Fax: 617-666-4426
TTY: 1-866-808-4851
Email: [email protected]

The City of Somerville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability or any other protected category. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. City of Somerville residents are especially encouraged to apply. Auxiliary aids and services, written materials in alternative formats, and reasonable modifications in policies and procedures will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities free of charge, upon request.