Senior Library Assistant/Part Time, Newton Free Library, Newton, MA

Posted March 15, 2022

Description:

Salary Range: $18.09/hour; Sunday time and a half

Grade: PT, Non-Union

The Newton Free Library serves a dynamic, library-loving community making us one of the most active libraries in the state in terms of visits, borrowing, program offerings and items added annually to our collections. We are seeking a highly motivated, energetic, and customer service-oriented person to join the collaborative team in our Public Services Department.

This is an opportunity for an individual with a positive attitude who enjoys interacting with the public and thrives in an ever-changing, fast-paced environment. Assist patrons in person at our busy circulation desk and over the phone. Perform a variety of office tasks and circulation duties as assigned, including checking material in and out, answering phones, processing items on-hold for patrons, unpacking and organizing deliveries from our library network and answering basic information questions. Candidates must possess excellent customer service skills, strong attention to detail and sound judgment in prioritizing tasks.

Hours: 5-10 hours during the week and every other Saturday 9-5pm and Sunday 1-5pm.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required. Must be capable of lifting and pushing 40 pounds. Preference given to candidates fluent in a second language, particularly Russian, Chinese or Spanish.

How to apply:

Individuals interested in the above position should submit a completed application, resume and
cover letter addressed to Jill E. Mercurio, Library Director, using the City of Newton’s online application process at https://jobs.keldair.com/cityofnewton.
The City of Newton is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action Employer.