Circulation Assistant, Billerica Public Library, (Billerica, MA)

Posted October 14, 2024

Due to a pending retirement, the Town of Billerica seeks qualified applicants for a part-time (34 hours per week) Circulation Assistant position at the Billerica Public Library. The Circulation Assistant provides excellent customer service to all patrons in person and over the phone. The duties of this position consist of various circulation tasks, including checking materials in and out, registering new patrons, collection maintenance, and interlibrary loan. Duties will also include material processing and readers advisory.

Must work well with library patrons and display a positive and professional attitude. Performs other related library duties as required.

Schedule: 34-hour work week. Mondays and Thursdays, 9am-5pm; Tuesdays, 1pm-9pm; Wednesdays 1pm-5pm; and alternating Fridays and Saturdays, 9am-5pm. One Sunday per month from 1pm-5pm is also required.

Qualifications: A high school diploma or equivalency is required, but a college degree is strongly preferred. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, be detail-oriented, work well with the public and library staff, and be able to solve problems and work independently. Previous library experience is strongly preferred.

Salary Range: $630.88 – $861.05  / week

Salary Notes: In 9 steps with an excellent benefits package, including participation in the retirement system.

How to Apply:

Closing Date: Open until filled

Please include cover letter, resume and three references (PDF format preferred if submitting electronically). 

Sharon Lomison, Interim Assistant Library Director /Billerica Public Library/ 15 Concord Road /Billerica, MA 01821 / [email protected]