Library Technical Services Assistant (part-time), Needham Freee Public Library, Needham Heights, MA
Posted November 5, 2021
Description:
Title: Library Technical Services Assistant
Position: Part-time
Hours: Four weekdays, TBD when the candidate is chosen, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
(Up to 16 hours per week)
Hourly Salary: $18.00 an hour
The Town of Needham is seeking a highly skilled individual to fill the part-time position of Library Technical Services Assistant at the Needham Free Public Library.
Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive):
- Open packages and check in items against purchase orders
- Process all formats of library materials in order to have them ready for circulation to the public (Covers, spine labels, etc.)
- Affix barcodes to materials and type labels for all formats of library materials
- Withdraw items from Minuteman Library Network database
- Ability to lift heavy boxes and push heavy book trucks
- Other duties as required
Requirements:
To be considered for the position, applicants must have at least:
- A High School Diploma; some college preferred
- Ability to perform detailed work accurately and efficiently
- Willingness to be a team player within a small department
- Capability to adapt to new technologies as required
Preferred:
- One year of work in a library setting
- Possess a working knowledge of library cataloging and procedures
How to Apply:
Application submissions should include a cover letter and resume. The preferred submission is via email as an attached file; however, any of the following methods will be accepted:
Email: [email protected]
Fax: 781-455-0165
Mail: Human Resources Department, 1471 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA 02492
Resumes will be accepted until 5 PM on Thursday, November 18, 2021.
The Town of Needham is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.