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Library Assistant, Salisbury Public Library, Salisbury, MA

Posted April 2, 2018

Title:                 Part-time Library Assistant

Position:           Part-time

Hours:              12-15 hours a week, including one evening a week and

                        Saturdays (10-2 PM) from September – June

Hourly Salary:   $15.00 per hour

The Town of Salisbury is seeking an enthusiastic individual to fill the position of Part-time Library Assistant. This is an opportunity for an individual with a positive attitude who enjoys interacting with the public. This position performs customer service and reference duties relating to circulation, helping patrons use the library, shelving and other related work as required. Knowledge of library policies and procedures, including automated circulation systems and information technology is preferred.

 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Assisting patrons at all public service desks in the library by answering general questions regarding the collection, the library catalog, readers’ advisory services and other patron inquiries
  • Performing a variety of circulation duties as assigned, including checking material in and out, answering phones, processing items on-hold for patrons, issuing library cards and entering patron data, occasionally unpacking and organizing deliveries from our library network
  • Assisting with cataloging of periodicals

 

Requirements:

To be considered for the position, applicants must have:

  • Familiarity with automated library systems
  • Working knowledge of computers
  • General knowledge or interest in children’s literature
  • Ability to effectively deliver customer service in a friendly courteous manner
  • Ability to perform detailed work accurately and efficiently
  • Ability to work independently and maintain harmonious working relationships
  • Capability to adapt to new technologies as required
  • Availability to work one evening a week and Saturdays September-June

How to Apply:

Please send your cover letter and resume to: Terry Kyrios, Library Director, Salisbury Public Library, 17 Elm Street, Salisbury, MA 01952 or [email protected].

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.