(Part-Time)Library Assistant in Circulation, Wellesley Free Library, Town of Wellesley, Wellesley, MA

Posted February 12, 2024

The Wellesley Free Library (WFL) is seeking a team player who is flexible, fearless and fun for
a part-time (16 hours/week) Library Assistant in the busy Circulation Department.
Duties include providing excellent customer service at the Main and Branch Libraries; providing
positive solutions to patron issues; checking in and checking out a large volume of library
materials; assisting patrons with self-check terminals, room reservation software and other
technology; shelving materials; shelf-reading; filling items on a daily paging list and other
related duties.

The successful candidate will have a positive and outgoing attitude; a desire to help people;
strong conflict resolution and problem solving skills; common sense; the ability to consistently
work calmly, diplomatically and accurately, even in high pressure situations and the ability to
adapt quickly and easily to new procedures and practices in a fast paced and continually evolving
environment. Retail experience is a plus and on the job training is provided. The work schedule may include evenings, 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 hourly rate is $20.83 and the position is not benefit eligible. Shifts may include evening, weekend and weekday hours.

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 February 27, 2024. AA/EOE