Desk Assistant, Weymouth Public Libraries, (Weymouth, MA)
Posted May 27, 2023
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.
For a full job description, visit the Town of Weymouth Employment Opportunities webpage at http://www.weymouth.ma.us/human-resources/pages/employment-opportunities. Schedule
Mondays 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Tuesdays through Fridays 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Every third Saturday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with the following Friday off, when the library is open on Saturdays
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.
Starting Salary
$16.88/hour. Note: Union contract negotiations are in progress and pay grades may increase.
How to Apply
Applications will be accepted through June 8, 2023.
Applicants interested in a position can send their resume and Town of Weymouth Employment Application either by fax to 781-682-3561, by email to [email protected], or by mail or in person to Human Resources, 182 Green Street, N. Weymouth, MA 02191. A cover letter outlining your interest in, and qualifications for, the position is encouraged. More information and a Town of Weymouth Employment Application can be found at https://www.weymouth.ma.us/human-resources/pages/working-for-the-town-of-weymouth-employment-opportunities. Questions can be directed to Human Resources at 781-340-5010. The Town of Weymouth is an EEO/AA employer.