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Circulation Library Assistant, Medfield Public Library (Medfield)
Circulation Library Assistant (20 hr/wk)
The Medfield Memorial Public Library, located in the metrowest suburbs of Boston, is seeking a Library Assistant to work in circulation services. Join our collaborative team!
This position performs all duties related to the circulation department, providing excellent customer to all library users who enter the library or call on the phone. The ability to multi-task while maintaining a friendly attitude is essential. The duties of this position include check-in/check-out of library items; recommending books, movies and other materials; assisting with locating items in the library and throughout the library system; shelving items on the main floor; gathering books to fill holds; and helping patrons use library technology, such as accessing the library’s wifi and placing holds.
This position requires the ability to deal in an effective and courteous manner with members of the general public on a daily basis, and to enjoy working with and possess the skills to interact with children, teens and adults in a professional manner. The ideal candidate exhibits a passion for adult programming and will be excited to run at least one on-going adult program, such as a book club, discussion group, craft program or other skill share.
First and foremost, this is a customer service position; patience, friendliness, and teamworking skills will be required. Applicants should be able to work well as a member of a team, and also have the flexibility to take on projects assigned by the Circulation Supervisor.
This is an approximately 20 hours per week, benefited position. Hours will include working every third Saturday under our current operating hours and at least one evening until 9 pm per week when the library returns to normal open hours. For information on the library’s current hours, please visit medfieldpubliclibrary.org/building-re-opening-info.
Qualifications
Required: High school diploma or equivalent. Possess a working knowledge of common office application software, computer hardware, and use of the internet as well as the capacity to adapt to new technologies.
Highly Recommended: BA or equivalent. Familiarity with Sierra ILS and Encore discovery platform. Experience providing excellent customer service in a fast paced work environment. Experience in library programming, marketing, computer troubleshooting and support. Familiarity with emerging library technologies and trends.
Full/Part Time
Part Time
Education
NA
Salary
This position starts at $18.86/hr with annual step increases.
Closing Date
April 25, 2021
How to Apply
Email cover letter and resume to Circulation Supervisor, Moira Mills, at mmills.mld@minlib.net. This position will be open until April 25, 2021, but applicants will be reviewed and considered when they apply.
Posted
2021-04-08 | Quick link to this job