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Library Assistant, Paige Memorial Library (Hardwick)

The Paige Memorial Library seeks a customer-service-oriented, technology-savvy individual to join our team to fill in as needed. Library Assistant responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Assisting patrons at the circulation desk, processing and shelving library materials, providing basic technology help, and performing general library tasks. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, books, and technology and is looking to gain library experience.

This is a part-time, per-diem, non-benefited position. Coverage will be needed for a 6-8 week period of time during which we will be short staffed (not to exceed 19 hours/week). The per diem Library Assistant works under the supervision of the Library Director and would be considered an employee of the Town of Hardwick. The salary for this position starts at $16.00 per hour and requires flexibility since coverage may include any day/time that the library is open. The Paige Library is open: Tuesday 2-7, Wednesday 10-4, Thursday 2-7, and Saturdays 9-1.

Minimum qualifications: a high school diploma/GED. Preference will be given to someone with a college degree in a library science related field and/or experience working in a library. All applicants must be able to pass a criminal background/CORI check. AA/EOE.

To apply for this position, e-mail a resume and cover letter to Hardwick Town Administrator, Justine Caggiano: admin@hardwick-ma.gov Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.

Qualifications

Full/Part Time

Part Time

Education

Salary

$16.00 / hour

Closing Date

Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled

How to Apply

To apply for this position, e-mail a resume and cover letter to Hardwick Town Administrator, Justine Caggiano: admin@hardwick-ma.gov

Posted

2025-09-30 | Quick link to this job