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Circulation Assistant, Part-Time, Cumberland Public Library (RI) (Cumberland, RI)
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK:
-Attends circulation
desk: checks in, checks out, renews books and other library
materials; inspects material for damage and assesses
charges; answers telephone and refers calls; registers new
patrons, reserves books and museum passes.
-Assists
patrons in use of on-line computer catalogs; helps to locate
materials; explains library rules and regulations.
-
Operates computers and computer equipment: enters data,
modifies records, deletes outdated information, accesses
files in the daily exercise of duties.
-Provides
reader’s advisory and basic ready reference
assistance. Offers Inter-library Loan services when
appropriate.
-Files forms and other records according
to established library procedure.
-Runs daily
circulation reports including expired holds notices and new
holds lists.
HOURS AND PAY:
-The position is 19.5 hour per week
with a rotating weekend schedule and two evenings per week
required.
-At least one Sunday per month (October to
May) is also required (in addition to that week’s 19.5
hours) and paid at a premium rate.
-Starting pay is
$18.16 per hour.
-Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:
-Ability to
communicate effectively and deal courteously with the
public.
-Ability to prioritize and to juggle multiple
tasks at the same time.
-Computer experience
required.
-Customer service experience preferred.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
Minimum of a High School
diploma required. College courses or degree preferred.
Full/Part Time
Part Time
Education
NA
Salary
$18.16 / hourClosing Date
How to Apply
HOW TO APPLY
-Cumberland Public Library
job application is required in order to be
considered for this role. The application can be
found here: https://www.cumberlandlibrary.org/.../
CPL%20Application.pdf
-Applications can also
be picked up at the Circulation Desk.
-
Completed applications can be returned in-person
to the Circulation Desk or emailed directly to
Jacob Lotter, Library Director at
jlotter@cumberlandlibrary.org
-The job is
posted until filled with priority given to
applicants that apply before Friday, 9/11
Posted
2026-08-31 | Quick link to this job