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Part Time Professional Librarian, Winchester Public Library, (Winchester, MA)

Job Description

Under the general supervision of the Department Head, perform a variety of duties providing information and assistance to patrons. Specific duties are divided among the three areas of responsibility: information services, children’s services and technology specialist.

Position Duties

  • Assist in the collection development of the reference collection, both print and non-print, if required.
  • Responsible for the processing of all interlibrary loan requests, including verification of titles, sending requests electronically, processing incoming and outgoing materials. Work requires a thorough knowledge of electronic database searching, standard interlibrary loan policies and procedures and familiarity with local and regional resources in public, academic, and special libraries.
  • Regularly scheduled on the Reference Desk to advise and assist patrons in selecting, locating, and using library materials through the knowledge of print materials, the on-line library catalog, electronic resources and the internet.
  • Advise and assist patrons in the use of library equipment such as printers, fax machines, photo copying and scanning, and assistive equipment such as print enlarging equipment for the visually impaired, assistive hearing devices, and audio and video equipment for special events.

Qualifications

  • MLS degree from an ALA-accredited institution.
  • Recent MLS graduates with some library experience are encourage to apply.
  • Excellent public service and oral and written communication skills are required.

Hours & Compensation

Salary: $61,811 – 90,239 pro rated. No benefits.

This is a Part Time position.

How to Apply:

To learn more about this position and to apply, please visit the official job posting, linked here.