Reference and Adult Services Library Assistant, Northborough Free Library, Northborough, MA
Posted August 17, 2016
The Northborough Free Library is seeking a progressive, resourceful and customer-focused individual for a part-time Library Assistant – Reference and Adult Services position in our beautiful library. In addition to responding to patron inquiries, duties will also include assistance with cataloging, interlibrary loan, collection maintenance, readers’ advisory, assisting patrons with technology, posting content on the library’s website and social media sites and assisting with adult programs. The person hired for this position will also serve as the volunteer coordinator, and will assist the Librarians by maintaining our volunteer database, fielding volunteer inquiries to the appropriate department, and assisting with the annual volunteer appreciation event.
The ideal candidate will be an engaging individual who understands the critical role libraries play in the learning and discovery process, who enjoys connecting patrons with the best resources available, and who is conversant with current library trends and emerging information technologies.
Hours: This is a 19-hour per week position that includes two or more Saturdays per month from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. on a rotating basis and at least one evening per week until 8:30 p.m. Flexibility to work an additional evening and other hours on an as-needed basis is required.
Qualifications: Associate’s degree or 2 years of college and a minimum of 1½ years’ experience working in a library; or any equivalent education and experience. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Familiarity with library automation in a consortium setting is highly desirable. Other desirable skills include a familiarity with both print and electronic resources; advanced computer skills; and the ability to assist patrons with common computer applications, including the use of mobile devices in a library environment. Outstanding customer service skills; strong research and readers’ advisory skills. An interest in adult programming and some cataloging experience is desirable.
Hourly rate: $19.05 – $24.77. This is a non-benefited position.
For a complete job description, visit www.northboroughlibrary.org.
Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume and the names of 3 references to: Kate Whitman, Financial Assistant at [email protected] or to the Northborough Free Library, 34 Main Street, Northborough, MA 01532. Review of applications will begin July 12, 2016 and the position will remain open until filled. The Town of Northborough is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.