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Inventory Staff Assistant, BiblioTemps (Boston Public Library) (Boston)
BiblioTemps® is an employment service from the Massachusetts Library System that provides experienced library workers for temporary placements in public, academic and special libraries throughout Massachusetts.
Location: Boston Public Library (Boston, MA)
Start date: April 10, 2023
End date: June 30, 2023
Schedule: Part-time (14 – 17.5 hours per week) Shifts will be Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM and 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM
CORI: REQUIRED
Project Description:
The Boston Public Library is seeking applicants for part-time Inventory Assistant positions at the Central Library in Copley Square. The Inventory Assistant will be working on the Founding Research Collections Project, a project to renew access to some of the library’s longest held materials. Under the supervision of the Founding Research Collections Project Manager, the Library Inventory Assistant will work in teams to complete an inventory of 150,000 items in the Founding Research Collection at the Boston Public Library.
Role Responsibilities:
· Accurately describe and report the condition and physical characteristics of items in the library stacks.
· Handle library material in a systematic and organized fashion; adhering to classification and shelf order.
· Assist in tracking project progress.
· Perform other related duties as required
Requirements:
· Demonstrated ability in teamwork.
· Clear diction and verbal skills.
· Eye for detail and ability to stay focused.
· Experience with Library Classification schemes.
Qualifications
Preferred:
Ability to identify written world languages (especially European languages). This position involves frequent and sustained encounters with dust and dirt. Must be able to lift and move up to 20 lbs. Ability to bend, stoop, stretch, and climb step stools; ability to sit and stand for long periods required.
Additional Details:
Shifts are 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM and 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM, Monday-Friday. Applicants should be able to commit to one sift a day M-F. The Inventory is scheduled to last between 5-8 months. The interview process will involve a skills assessment.
Full/Part Time
Temporary
Education
NA
Salary
$18.00 / hourClosing Date
March 27, 2023
How to Apply
Submit resume via our job board - https://www.bibliotemps.com/jobs
Contact Amanda Fauver with questions – bibliotemps@masslibsystem.org
Posted
2023-03-17 | Quick link to this job