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Part Time Assistant Librarian, Peabody Institute Library of Danvers (Danvers)

Join the team in our historic building! We seek a part-time Library Assistant with a passion for excellent customer service.. This role includes general circulation tasks, basic reference assistance, reader's advisory, and the willingness to help with projects and/or displays. Successful candidates will be detail-oriented, have great communication skills, and cheerfully help patrons of every age and background. Our Library Assistants are all cross-trained to work in Children's, Reference and Circulation, making this an excellent position for those looking to gain experience at a library and like variety.

The schedule for this position is Wednesdays from 9am-1pm; Thursdays from 9am-1pm; alternating Saturdays from 9am-5pm; alternating Sundays (November through March) from 1pm-5pm. Opportunities to fill in for substitute hours are also available. 

Please see full job description and duties here.

Qualifications

Associate's degree or Bachelor's Degree required; library experience preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience with technology required. Experience with Evergreen a plus.
Excellent communication skills and customer service skills a must.
Successful completion of Criminal Offender Record Check (CORI) background check.
Must be fully committed to providing service excellence to every person who visits, works, or resides in the Town of Danvers by embodying the organization's five core values: inclusion, integrity, accountability, positivity, and collaboration.

Full/Part Time

Part Time

Education

BA/BS

Salary Range

$21.33 - $30.33  / hour

Salary Notes

Salary range depends on qualifications

Closing Date

How to Apply

To apply please send a Town application, resume and cover letter to the Human Resources Department, Town Hall, 1 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA 01923; or by email to employment@danversma.gov.  Applications will be accepted until position is filled, with preference given to applications received by November 28, 2025. 
Fill out the online employment application here.

Posted

2025-11-14 |  Quick link to this job