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Senior Library Assistant, Newton Free Library, Newton, MA

Position Title:            Senior Library Assistant/Part Time

Department:              Library          

Location:                    330 Homer Street                                           

Salary Range:            $17.22/hour; Sunday time and a half             

Grade:                        Non-Union

Department Head:    Philip E. McNulty, Director

Posting:                      External

Closing Date:             Open until filled

 

The Newton Free Library serves a dynamic, library-loving community making us one of the most active libraries in the state in terms of visits, borrowing, program offerings and items added annually to our collections. We are seeking a highly motivated, energetic, and customer service oriented person to join our collaborative team in our Public Services Department.

 

This is an opportunity for an individual with a positive attitude who enjoys interacting with the public and thrives in an ever-changing, fast-paced environment. Assist patrons in person at our busy circulation desk and over the phone. Perform a variety of office tasks and circulation duties as assigned, including checking material in and out, answering phones, processing items on-hold for patrons, unpacking and organizing delivers from our library network and answering basic information questions. Candidates must possess excellent customer service skills, strong attention to detail and sound judgement in prioritizing tasks.

 

Hours: 5 hours during the week and every other Saturday 9-5pm and Sunday 1-5pm (Sept-June, the library is closed Sundays in July and August)

 

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required. Must be capable of lifting 40 pounds.

 

Individuals interested in the above position should apply using the City of Newton’s online application process at https://cityofnewton.hyrell.com.

 

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