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Circulation and Patron Services Assistant, Osterville Village Library, Osterville, MA

Under the direction of Circulation Assistant Lead, Librarians and Library Management, the Circulation and Patron Services Assistant performs a wide variety of circulation and patron support services that includes but is not limited to:

  • Conducting Children’s Story Times;
  • Interacting with patrons/Readers Advisory;
  • Providing coverage for the Children’s circulation desk;
  • Assisting patrons with use of computers, access to the internet and printing, faxing, scanning and shredding;
  • Provides assistance to patrons with questions;
  • Provides information on upcoming activities, events and programs offered by OVL.

Children’s Story Times: The OVL routinely offers patrons two story times a week, with additional specialized story times scheduled for special events and as needs arrive. Books are made available by Librarians to be used to conduct the story time activity.

Readers Advisory: OVL patrons often consult with Library staff on reading materials, age appropriateness and availability of library materials. Librarians maintain the collection of library materials and consult with staff providing access to reference material as aids to responding to patron inquiries.

Interested parties should forward a cover letter and resume to [email protected]