Library Assistant, Rockport Public Library (Rockport)
· Performs Circulation, Inter-Library Loan, Readers’ Advisory, Reference functions, and Collection Maintenance tasks
· Assists library patrons with the use of the Internet and automated library catalog
· Participates in Collection Development activities, coordinating shelving, shifting, and weeding the collection; works with volunteers
· Performs library opening and closing procedures
· Performs data entry related to book orders, adding and deleting bibliographic records
· Attends training sessions, staff meetings, and regional and consortium library meetings
· Performs other duties as needed
Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree or currently within two years of obtaining one
· Two years’ library experience
· Previous library experience using automated, integrated library network, personal computers, electronic databases, and the Internet preferred
· Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and be flexible
· Ability to work as a team member and independently
· Ability to work in a busy customer service environment
· Good interpersonal skills, friendly manner, and strong service orientation
· Good organizational skills, attention to detail, procedures, and follow up capabilities
· Standing, lifting, bending, and stretching to retrieve or reshelve library materials
Full/Part Time
Part Time
Education
BA/BS
Salary
$23.80 / hour
Salary Notes
union position/16 hours per week
Closing Date
How to Apply
Please submit a resume, cover letter, and three professional references to:
Cindy Grove, Library Director
Rockport Public Library
17 School Street
Rockport, MA 01966
Email: cgrove@rockportlibrary.org
Phone: 978-546-6934
Posted
2026-01-21