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Tech Services/Floating Technical Assistant, Haverhill Public Library (Haverhill)
JOB SUMMARY:
Will split time between the Technical Services Department and the Circulation Department, with some time spent at Youth Services and other areas as needed. Performs all duties related to the Processing of library materials as needed including: labeling, stamping, covering, and any other handling required. Knowledge and experience with RDA, Dewey Decimal Classification, Library of Congress Subject Headings, and MARC format to catalog a variety of materials is a major plus. Will work regular shifts at the circulation desk and should be comfortable with the circulation of library materials including checkouts, checkins, renewals, patron registration, reserves, and collection of fines and fees. May be asked to fill in at the Youth Services desk. Represents the library in a pleasant and helpful manner in all aspects of work.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Works under the supervision of the Assistant Director, with direct guidance and management by the Technical Services Division Head and the Circulation Department Head.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
None. May occasionally provide guidance to volunteers.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
In Tech Services:
1.Processes materials.
2.Assists Tech Services Librarian in all tasks as assigned.
3.Assists other staff members in tech services related tasks, troubleshoots in absence of Tech Services Librarian.
In Circulation:
1. Provides library patrons with the service and attention they require in a pleasant and helpful manner. Refers patron to the staff person best able to help.
2. Checks library materials in and out. Checks condition of materials and routes to appropriate departments for further evaluation if necessary.
3. Collects fines and fees on library materials.
4. Resolves bills and other delinquencies for the patron.
5. Processes reserve materials and notifies patron when materials are ready.
6. Registers new patrons and introduces the new patron to the library services offered. Enters patron information into the database.
7. Maintains Museum Pass and Meeting Room bookings.
8. Performs Reader’s Advisory service by helping patrons select fiction, stocking and merchandising the new book and staff recommends shelves. Participates in formulating special display areas.
9. Opens and closes the Main Desk area and/or Youth Services desk, including managing the cash register, emptying the book drop, and ensuring that the area is neat and ready for the day.
10. Handles telephone calls appropriate to the department and routes other calls if necessary.
11. Checks in and processes the delivery.
12. Performs other duties as required.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelors Degree
Previous library experience, 1-3 years
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND DESIRABLE ABILITIES:
1. Ability to meet people easily and get along well with others.
2. Ability to express oneself clearly, concisely and pleasantly in the English language both orally, in person and over the phone, and in writing.
3. Ability to handle minute detail and repetitive tasks.
4. Accurate typing and word processing skills.
5. Ability to learn new skills quickly.
6. Ability to handle situations with tact, courtesy, initiative, resourcefulness, good judgment and punctuality.
7. Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
8. Ability to work quickly and efficiently, meet deadlines, and stay organized.
Full/Part Time
Full Time
Education
BA/BS
Salary Range
$781.65 - $875.61 / weekSalary Notes
Steps on union pay scale
Closing Date
Open until filled, priority given to applications received by March 13, 2026
How to Apply
Please send cover letter and resume to: Sarah Moser, Director, smoser@haverhillpl.org
Posted
2026-02-25 | Quick link to this job