Library Assistant, French Cultural Center, Boston, MA

Posted February 13, 2020

The library of the French Cultural Center seeks a full-time Library Assistant to assure all daily functions of the Circulation Desk, including but not limited to: loans, shelving, overdues, reader’s advisory, responding to general reference questions, and processing new materials.

The Assistant will:

Be able to efficiently respond to patron requests in French and English
Participate in the preparation of library events for children and adults
Greet all members of the Center’s community in a friendly and helpful manner
Be responsible for closing the library on a nightly basis, ensuring the general operation of the library when the Head Librarian is absent

Qualifications

Fluent in English and working proficiency in French
Ability to multitask
Strong attention to detail
Knowledge of French and Francophone literature and culture
Previous experience in libraries and/or education in library science preferred

Schedule

September through June:

Tuesday – Thursday 11 AM – 7 PM

Friday and Saturday 9 AM – 5 PM

July and August:

Monday – Thursday 11 AM – 7 PM

Friday: 9 AM – 5 PM

Compensation

$40,000 with benefits.

Application Deadline: March 4, 2020

Apply via the Center website: https://frenchculturalcenter.org/career/library-assistant-2020/