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Part-time Circulation Assistant - Paraprofessional, Worcester Public Library (Worcester)

This is a part-time paraprofessional position under the general direction of the Manager of Circulation Services.  This paraprofessional position will assist with planning and organizing activities; perform circulation and clerical/administrative work; assist patrons in the use of the library services, facilities and equipment; and interpret library policies to patrons.  This position is involved in all operations related to circulation of library materials while delivering an excellent customer service experience.  The ideal person in this position will possess excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills and have experience working with diverse populations in an urban community. Schedule will include evenings and weekend hours and working at other locations. 

This is a benefitted position.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply

Qualifications

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE

·         High school diploma or equivalent

·         Data entry experience and/or community public service work, such as library, bookstore, or equivalent

·         Ability to successfully pass CORI/SORI

·         Reliable transportation to travel between locations

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

·         One (1) year of supervisory experience

·         One (1) year of data entry experience and/or community public service work, such as library, bookstore, or equivalent. Specific courses that have hands-on experience may be substituted for work experience

·         One (1) year customer service experience

One (1) year experience working with a diverse population

Full/Part Time

Part Time

Education

NA

Salary Range

$21.82 - $26.28  /  hour

Salary Notes

Salary based on experience

Closing Date

6/20/2025

How to Apply

To apply, please visit: www.worcesterma.gov/employment or send resume and cover letter To: City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. OPEN UNTIL FILLED, applications received prior to or on FRIDAY, JUNE 6, 2025, will receive preference. Preference given to Worcester Residents. The City of Worcester is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Direct inquiries to: City Hall Human Resources, 508-799-1030, HR@Worcesterma.gov To apply, please visit: www.worcesterma.gov/employment or send resume and cover letter To: City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. OPEN UNTIL FILLED, applications received prior to or on FRIDAY, JUNE 6, 2025, will receive preference. Preference given to Worcester Residents. The City of Worcester is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Direct inquiries to: City Hall Human Resources, 508-799-1030, HR@Worcesterma.gov

The Worcester Public Library makes every effort to support ALA’s “Core Competences of Librarianship” http://www.ala.org/educationcareers/careers/corecomp as approved and adopted as policy by the ALA Council, January 27th 2009 and, as an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, values diversity and aims to have its workforce reflect the community.

Posted

2025-05-20

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