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Library Assistant I, Belmont Public Library (Belmont)

The Belmont Public Library is seeking applications for the position of Library Assistant I. The Library Assistant I performs circulation desk duties, checks materials in and out, renews materials, collects and records fees and fines, issues library cards and enters patron data, answers main desk telephone, retrieves items for paging list (reserve requests), notifies patrons regarding reserved materials availability. Provides patron assistance and responds to questions and concerns. Guides patrons through using the Library self-checkout machines when needed. Sorts, distributes and processes materials from other libraries. Sorts and shelves materials. Strong customer service skills required.

This is a full time 35 hour per week position covered under a collective bargaining agreement with the Service Employees International Union. The starting hourly rate is $18.3732 and qualifies for the Town’s comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental and life insurance, paid vacation, sick, personal and holiday leave.

The hours for this position will be as follows:
Monday 9-5
Tuesday 9-5
Wednesday 9-5
Thursday 10-6
Friday 9-5
Saturday- One a month, 9-5 in place of a Friday
Evening hours are traditionally until 9pm. Hours at the Library have currently been reduced, but when they are restored the Thursday evening shift will be 1-9pm.

Qualifications

This position requires a High school diploma with one year library experience or equivalent.

Full/Part Time

Full Time

Education

NA

Salary

$18.37 per hour, 35 hours per week

Closing Date

April 16th, 2021

How to Apply

Resumes with the Required Town of Belmont Application accepted at the HR Department, 455 Concord Avenue, Belmont, MA 02478 or humanresources@belmont-ma.gov or fax 617-993-2741 by the closing date of April 16, 2021.
The Town of Belmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posted

2021-03-26 |  Quick link to this job