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Part Time Reference Associate, Holbrook Public Library, Holbrook, MA

Basic Function: Provides reference services, computer skills instruction, and conducts adult library programming. Supervision: Works under the Assistant Director and the Library Director.

Principal Duties: Performs reference related duties including: a. Answering reference questions. b. Library Services training and instruction c. Computer skills training, instruction, and troubleshooting. d. Manages Interlibrary Loan requests for materials not readily available in the OCLN network. e. Provide Reader�s Advisory Services. f. Adult Programming; including day and evening book groups. g. Promotes library services through programming and marketing. h. Assists Library Director in ordering materials for the library collection (print and digital). i. Grant Writing. j. Other duties as assigned by Library Director.

This is a 19 hour per week union position. Additional hours are available for this remaining fiscal year.

Qualifications

Skills/Abilities: As a supervisory position, sets the standard for the level of professionalism and courteous customer service offered. Must have excellent computer and reader advisory skills. Flexibility in scheduling is a plus. Must have physical ability to stand for long periods of time, bend, reach, stoop, push a book cart, and lift up to 25lbs.

MLS preferred, BA/BS required or extensive library experience. Graduate students are encouraged to apply.

Salary 18.94 per hour

Open until filled.

How to Apply

Submit cover letter, resume, and references to Library Director Donald Colon at [email protected].