Full Time Library Assistant, The Wellesley Free Library (WFL), Wellesley, MA

Posted April 7, 2022

Description:

The Wellesley Free Library (WFL) is seeking a fearless, flexible and fun full-time (35
hours/week) Library Assistant in the Circulation Department. Duties include providing excellent
customer service at the Main and Branch Libraries, checking in and checking out of library
materials; assisting patrons in the use of self-check terminals; shelving materials; shelf-reading;
assisting customers at public service desks; filling items on daily paging list; dispensing general
information to customers; performing network transfer functions; strong conflict resolution and
problem solving skills; ability to consistently work calmly, diplomatically and accurately, even
in high pressure situations; ability to adapt quickly and easily to new procedures and practices in
a continually evolving environment; ability to handle ambiguous situations and use informed
judgment and other assigned duties. The work schedule may include evenings, frequent
Saturdays, and one Sunday per month. The requirements are a High School diploma or
equivalent; working knowledge of automated systems; excellent interpersonal, oral
communication and customer service skills; and six months of clerical work experience. The
starting salary $19.64 per hour with an excellent benefit package. Shifts may include evening,
weekend and weekday hours.

How to apply:

To apply, submit a Town of Wellesley job application, a cover letter and resume to the Human
Resources Department, Town Hall, 525 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA 02482 or e-mail as a
Word document or PDF to [email protected] by April 27, 2022. AA/EOE

Anticipated start is May 2022.