Youth Services Branch Library Assistant, Worcester Public Library (Worcester)
The Youth Services Branch Library Assistant a paraprofessional position, reporting to the Branch Manager for Youth Services, in conjunction with the Branch Supervisor. This position will assist with the daily operations of assigned branch libraries located within Worcester elementary schools, coordinate and perform all circulation activities, act as a liaison with the Main Library Circulation Department, organize and perform the holds process and functions, assist with readers advisory and reference services, and provide exemplary customer service to patrons. The work will include evening and weekend assignments and working at other locations, including Mobile Services. The Youth Services Branch Library Assistant must be able to get to all four One City One Library branches in a timely manner.
Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
· High school diploma or equivalent.
· One (1) year of community public service work, such as library, day care center, recreation program or classroom.
· Prior customer service experience.
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
· Ability to successfully pass CORI/SORI.
· Reliable transportation to travel between required One City One Library locations in a timely manner.
· Must have a valid driver’s license.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
· One (1) year of supervisory experience.
· One (1) year of customer service
· One (1) year of professional experience working with youth
Full/Part Time
Full Time
Education
NA
Salary Range
$22.26 - $26.81 / hour
Salary Notes
Salary based on experience
Closing Date
6/26/2026
How to Apply
To apply, please visit: www.worcesterma.gov/employment or send resume and cover letter on or before OPEN UNTIL FILLED, applications received prior to or on FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 2026, will receive preference. Preference is given to Worcester residents. To: City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. 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, Hiring@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
2026-06-02