Library Assistant, Wentworth Institute of Technology (Boston)
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Head Librarian for Access Services & Archivist, the Library Assistant provides assistance for users at the Library Services desk and supports the overall daily activities of the Access Services Team. Duties include assisting in the oversight of circulation operations, general technology support (in collaboration with the Department of Technology Services), and oversight of student employees (in collaboration with the Access Services Librarian). The Library Assistant is responsible for opening the library, overseeing building issues during the morning hours, and consulting with library administration as needed. The position is part of the Access Services team and will participate in department projects and activities, especially in the areas of interlibrary loan, serials, book displays, stacks maintenance, and social media. This position is one of two Library Assistants. This position will be working and coordinating with the other Library Assistant to fulfill these functions. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, the ability to learn new skills and apply such knowledge, the ability to work well in a group as well as independently, and a desire to learn more about libraries. The morning Library Assistant would be responsible for opening the Library Monday thru Friday, 7am-3pm.
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Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
-Bachelor’s Degree
-Experience supervising others
-Excellent customer service skills
-Experience in a library setting
-Working knowledge of fundamental library concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply such knowledge in varied situations. Uses instructions and guidelines to perform the job functions. Periodic training will be required.
-Comfort in using technology and assisting others with technology
-1 year in a library setting or enrollment in an accredited MLIS program
-1 Year of work experience required
Preferred Qualifications:
-Working knowledge of library concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use such knowledge in varied situations.
Full/Part Time
Full Time
Education
BA/BS
Salary
$23.39 / hourClosing Date
How to Apply
Please apply online here: https://wit.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WIT/details/Library-Assistant_JR4688
Posted
2025-10-03 | Quick link to this job