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Library Technician, Kingston Public Library (Kingston)

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(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.  
The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical 
assignment to the position.) 

Charges and discharges books and materials at the circulation desk; registers new patrons; answers telephone; 
handles requests for reserves and interlibrary loans; prepares overdue notices; keeps daily, monthly and yearly 
circulation records for professional and town reports. 
Provides basic reference assistance to library patrons; assists children and students with assignments and in 
finding materials. 
Assists in the processing of materials for shelving; may maintain records of acquisitions and circulation statistics; 
processes new books; checks invoice, pulls order cards; types book pocket, card spine label and shelf card; 
replaces books on shelves according to categories; notifies Library Director of lost and damaged books and 
recommends replacement. 

Qualifications

Recommended Minimum Qualifications: Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree; coursework in library science preferred; two years of related responsible experience in a library, educational or office setting; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Requirements
Knowledge, Ability and Skill: Knowledge: Working knowledge of library procedures and operations. Knowledge of basic reference and cataloging procedures. Willingness to learn book repair and processing techniques. Board general knowledge. Ability: Ability to create congenial atmosphere and work with a broad range of people. Ability to plan, organize and implement programs. Ability to adapt to a wide range of responsibilities. Skill: Strong oral communication skills. Strong public relations skills. CORI certification is required as a condition of employment.

Full/Part Time

Part Time

Education

BA/BS

Salary

$23.00  / year

Closing Date

How to Apply

Qualified applicants should complete the Town of Kingston employment application found on the Town website under Human Resources 
and submit their résumé. Hiring rate considerations of experience and internal equity. Application materials can be emailed to personnel@KingstonMA.gov, mailed to the Town of Kingston Town House Attn: Human Resources, or hand delivered. The position is accepting external applications but may close at anytime after the external application review date.   

The Town of Kingston is an EEA/AA employer.  

Posted

2026-08-25 |  Quick link to this job