Library Assistant I, Belmont Public Library, (Belmont, MA)

Posted August 8, 2023

The Belmont Public Library is seeking applications for the position of Library Assistant I. This position has been made available due to an internal promotion. 

The Library Assistant I performs circulation desk duties, checks materials in and out, renews materials, collects and records fees and fines, issues library cards and enters patron data, answers main desk telephone, retrieves items for paging list (reserve requests), notifies patrons regarding reserved materials availability. Provides patron assistance and responds to questions and concerns. Guides patrons through using the Library self-checkout machines when needed. Sorts, distributes and processes materials from other libraries. Sorts and shelves materials. Strong customer service skills required.

This is a full time 35 hour per week position covered under a collective bargaining agreement with the Service Employees International Union. The starting hourly rate is $19.50 and qualifies for the Town’s comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental and life insurance, paid vacation, sick, personal and holiday leave. For the full job description please visit the Town of Belmont Human Resources Jobs Page. Or see the attached PDF.

How to Apply

Resumes with the Required Town of Belmont Application accepted at the HR Department, 455 Concord
Avenue, Belmont, MA 02478 or [email protected][email protected]or fax 617-993-2741 by the closing date of August 25th 2023.