Circulation Assistant, Billerica Public Library, Billerica, MA

Posted September 21, 2021

Description:

The Town of Billerica seeks qualified applicants for a part-time (24.5 hours per week) Circulation Assistant position at the Billerica Public Library. The Circulation Assistant provides excellent customer service to all patrons both in person and over the phone. The duties of this position consist of a variety of circulation tasks including checking books in and out, registering new patrons, collection maintenance and curbside assistance. Duties will also include materials processing and readers advisory.

Must be able to work well with library patrons and display a positive and professional attitude. Performs other related library duties as required.

Schedule:

24.5-hour work week includes:

• Tuesdays 9am-5pm
• Wednesdays 9am-1:30pm
• Thursdays 4pm-9pm
• alternating Friday and Saturdays 9am-5pm
• one Sunday per month 1pm-5pm.

Qualifications:

High school diploma/equivalency required, college degree strongly preferred. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, be detail oriented, work well with the public and library staff, and be able to solve problems and work independently. Previous library experience strongly preferred.

Salary:

• $415.76  / week
• In 9 steps with prorated benefits package, including participation in the retirement system.

How to Apply:

Please reach out to Sharon Lomison, Circulation & Homebound Delivery Supervisor:

Please include cover letter, resume and three references (PDF format preferred if submitting electronically).