Library Assistant, Dyer Library/Saco Museum, (Saco, ME)

Posted August 20, 2025

Job Description

Dyer Library/Saco Museum (Saco, ME) is seeking a friendly and dependable Library Assistant to staff all public service areas. The ideal candidate must possess excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, be technologically savvy and detail-oriented, and be able to function as part of a collaborative and inclusive team. This position will work in all departments, serving adults, youth, and museum visitors.

Position Duties

• Customer Service (approximately 85%)
  • Greets and assists all patrons who enter the Library, establishing a positive first impression.
  • Performs all circulation desk tasks including check in, check out, and renewing materials
  • Reviews requested materials and pulls holds from the shelves for patrons
  • Issues new library cards
  • Maintains confidentiality of Library records
  • Collects and processes charges for damaged items, out of town cards, or printing fees
  • Aids patrons on the use of the online catalog and other Library and Museum resources
  • Supports patrons with the use of public computers, printers, copiers, and fax machines.
  • Provides reader’s advisory services to patrons when requested
  • Searches catalog and other databases for requested materials; takes purchase and interlibrary loan requests
  • Answers telephone calls
  • Monitors and clears the outdoor book drop
  • Circulates museum and park passes to members of the public
  • Provides assistance to patrons in the use of library materials and technology.
  • Enforces library conduct and borrowing policies when appropriate, informating administration of infractions when necessary.
  • Opens and/or closes the Library in accordance with established procedures
• Projects (approximately 15%)
  • Individual projects will vary for each person in this role.
  • Creates displays and resource lists for Library or Museum programs.
  • Processes new materials for circulation
  • Aids in subject area acquisitions
  • Offers public programming on areas of interest
  • Helps with special projects and events

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is preferred.
• A high school diploma (or equivalent) and applicable work experience may be substituted. Experience in Sierra library software is highly desirable.

Hours & Compensation

• This position is for 25 hours per week, with some variation based on weekend scheduling. The schedule will include 1-2 Saturdays per month and may include evening hours.
• Compensation starting range is from $19.48-$20.17 per hour.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected].

For a complete job description, please see http://dyerlibrarysacomuseum.org/employment/

This position will be open until filled.