Library Associate, Youth Services, Plymouth Public Library, Plymouth, MA

Posted December 4, 2018

The Town of Plymouth seeks applicants for the position of Library Associate in the Youth Services Department of the Plymouth Public Library.

 

Works under the direction of the Youth Services Librarian performing duties on a para-professional level. Responsibilities include a variety of duties ranging from routine clerical tasks to responsible library duties at the para-professional level in one or more activities of the Library Department. Should be familiar with child development, storytelling, programming, and collection development procedures.  Works in other library departments as required. A general understanding of all library services and a strong understanding of all library policies are needed.

 

Bachelor’s Degree; one year experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Successful completion of not less than six hours of library science course work related to assigned area of responsibility. Ability to work with automated library systems, valid Massachusetts Driver’s license. Light to moderate physical effort in performing duties under typical library conditions; lift materials up to twenty-five pounds, bend, and reach. Must be capable of effective communication orally and in written format.

 

Salaries $20.4597/hour, 37.5 hours/week. This posting will close on December 11, 2018. Applications are available at www.plymouth-ma.gov or in the Human Resources office, Town of Plymouth, 26 Court Street, Plymouth, MA 02360.  Aa/EOE