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Part-Time Desk Assistant (26 hours), Weymouth Public Libraries, Weymouth, MA

Description:

The Weymouth Public Libraries seeks a motivated, enthusiastic team player with superior customer service skills to join our circulation staff at Tufts Library, the main branch and busiest library in Weymouth.

Acts as a first point of contact for all patrons; assists patrons with general questions about library and in the use of materials, greets visitors of library; answers telephones and directs calls; answers patrons’ inquiries regarding their accounts or reserving museum passes; helps patrons locate library materials or sends them to Information Desk.

Assists persons in registering for library cards including processing such applications; enters and retrieves member and circulation information via the ILS. Provides orientation to new patrons related to services provided by libraries.

Hours:

When Tufts Library is open on Saturdays: Mondays 1:00 to 9:00 p.m.; Tuesdays, and Thursdays 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Fridays 12:00 to 5:00 p.m.

When Tufts Library is closed on Saturdays: Mondays 1:00-9:00 p.m.; Tuesdays, and Thursdays 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Wednesdays 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: A high school diploma or GED required with a four-year degree preferred.

Experience: Previous work experience within a library setting or in a customer service field is preferred.

Salary: $16.87/hour

How to Apply:

To read the full job description and apply online, visit:

https://www.weymouth.ma.us/human-resources/pages/working-for-the-town-of-weymouth-employment-opportunities