Full Time Library Associate (Circulation/Adult Services), Cary Memorial Library (Lexington)
Cary Memorial Library has a position available for a full-time Adult Services Library Associate. As one of the busiest libraries in Massachusetts, Cary Memorial Library works hard to be at the forefront of library services. We celebrate the diversity of our community through our programming and our collections.
Library Associates assist in all service areas of the library, a busy, service-oriented environment. The individual in this position will be expected to work at any public service desk, but can expect to work primarily Circulation at the Main Adult Services Desk. This position performs a full range of library responsibilities, including assisting patrons in locating material, checking materials in and out, handling deliveries from the Minuteman Library Network, answering telephones, handling museum passes, and shelving materials.
Includes an excellent benefits package. This is a Union eligible position.
Schedule: 37 hours a week, including one evening (Thursdays) per week until 9 pm and one Saturday every four weeks. On the weeks the individual works a Saturday, they will have a scheduled weekday off. Possible opportunities to work optional Sundays at an hourly rate of time and half may be available.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will hold an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination of education, certification and experience. Curiosity and the desire to learn and grow new technology skills are important for success in this position. PC proficiency and familiarity with word processing and spreadsheets are required. Experience using automated library systems is preferred. The Town of Lexington has a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and we are actively seeking candidates who bring new voices and lived experiences to our organization.
Language Skills, particularly Chinese, Korean, Spanish, or an Indian language are a plus.
Full/Part Time
Full Time
Education
BA/BS
Salary Range
$23.03 - $34.69 / hourSalary Notes
Commensurate with experience, in seven steps, plus differential pay on weekday evenings after 6 pm and all day on Saturdays.
Closing Date
September 12, 2025
How to Apply
Please send a PDF of your resume, cover letter, and names of three references by Friday, September 12 at 5:00 PM to Susan Lusk, Office Manager, Cary Memorial Library, 1874 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA 02420 (slusk@lexingtonma.gov). Please cc: lbernheim@minlib.net (One PDF file preferred. Please e-mail both addresses)
Posted
2025-08-22 | Quick link to this job