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Reader Services Intern, Boston Athenaeum (Boston)
The Boston Athenæum seeks a personable and reliable intern for the Reader Services Department who will play an important role in supporting the daily functions of the Reference and Circulation. Reporting to the Head of Reader Services, the intern will be a primary point of welcome at the front desk to members and the public.
The ideal candidate will be organized, hard-working, and proactive about public service. This position will be available to start immediately.
Hours: About 15 hours per week, Tuesdays 12 pm - 8 pm, and Saturdays 9 am - 5 pm, with occasional changes to the schedule.
Compensation: $16.15 per hour; paid sick time; free membership concurrent with employment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide coverage of the circulation and reference desks.
Provide stack maintenance by shelving and shifting books.
Offer basic reference services.
Offer library orientation tours to members.
Create readers’ advisory materials.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Submit to and pass a background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment verifications and Registry of Motor Vehicles (if applicable).
Must be currently enrolled in an ALA accredited library science graduate program.
Must be comfortable speaking in public, on the phone and communicating via email.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office.
Position requires sitting at a desk for prolonged periods and engaging in repetitive movements of the hands, wrists and fingers.
Position also requires the ability to handle and lift packages weighing as much as 30 pounds and the ability to push book carts between internal office locations.
Completion of reference course preferred.
Experience with OCLC resource sharing preferred.
Commitment to fostering a workplace culture of teamwork and inclusion.
Full/Part Time
Internship
Education
BA/BS
Salary
$16.15 / hourClosing Date
How to Apply
Please Submit a Resume and a Cover Letter at the link below
https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=0c2172f4-dddf-44f5-9300-133cc1de3cd2&ccId=19000101_000001&type=JS&lang=en_US
The Boston Athenæum is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage individuals of diverse backgrounds to apply and are committed to hiring individuals who value a diverse and inclusive work environment. The Boston Athenæum is also committed to providing access, equal opportunity,and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment. To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Generalist, Nora Conley, at 617-720-7630 or conley@bostonathenaeum.org.
Posted
2024-04-04 | Quick link to this job