Substitute Library Associate, Plymouth Public Library (Plymouth)

Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners; Plymouth; On-site; Part time

Job summary

The Town of Plymouth is seeking a qualified Substitute Library Associate for the Plymouth Public Library. This position involves a mix of clerical and library responsibilities and requires a Bachelor's Degree along with library experience. Candidates must be effective communicators and familiar with automated library systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and one year of library experience or equivalent.
• Valid Massachusetts Driver’s license.
• Ability to work with automated library systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform clerical and library duties at the para-professional level.
• Familiarity with library circulation and interlibrary loans.
• Assist in various library sections as required.

Skills

Communication

Library Systems

Programming

Marketing Graphics

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Substitute Library Associate, Plymouth Public Library (Plymouth)

The Town of Plymouth seeks qualified applicants for the position of SUBSTITUTE LIBRARY ASSOCIATE for the Plymouth Public Library.

Works under the direction of the appropriate Section Leader. Responsibilities include a variety of duties ranging from routine clerical tasks to responsible library duties at the para-professional level in one or more activities of the Library Division. Should be familiar with programming, library circulation, interlibrary loans, and creating marketing graphics. Works in all library sections as required. A general understanding of all library services and a strong understanding of all library policies are needed.

For a complete outline of duties, minimum qualifications and requirements, please refer to the job description available in the Human Resources Department.

Hourly rate: $26.8514 per hour and the position is on an on-call basis. This posting will remain open until filled. Applications are available at www.plymouth-ma.gov or in the Human Resources Department, 26 Court Street, Plymouth, MA. AA/EOE

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree; one year of library experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to work with automated library systems, valid Massachusetts Driver’s license. Light to moderate physical effort in performing duties under typical library conditions: lift materials up to twenty-five pounds, bend and reach. Must be capable of effective communication orally and in written format.

Full/Part Time

Part Time

Education

NA

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Substitute Library Associate, Plymouth Public Library (Plymouth)

The Town of Plymouth seeks qualified applicants for the position of SUBSTITUTE LIBRARY ASSOCIATE for the Plymouth Public Library.

Works under the direction of the appropriate Section Leader. Responsibilities include a variety of duties ranging from routine clerical tasks to responsible library duties at the para-professional level in one or more activities of the Library Division. Should be familiar with programming, library circulation, interlibrary loans, and creating marketing graphics. Works in all library sections as required. A general understanding of all library services and a strong understanding of all library policies are needed.

For a complete outline of duties, minimum qualifications and requirements, please refer to the job description available in the Human Resources Department.

Hourly rate: $26.8514 per hour and the position is on an on-call basis. This posting will remain open until filled. Applications are available at www.plymouth-ma.gov or in the Human Resources Department, 26 Court Street, Plymouth, MA. AA/EOE

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree; one year of library experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to work with automated library systems, valid Massachusetts Driver’s license. Light to moderate physical effort in performing duties under typical library conditions: lift materials up to twenty-five pounds, bend and reach. Must be capable of effective communication orally and in written format.

Full/Part Time

Part Time

Education

NA

Salary

$26.85/hour

Salary Notes

Varies

Closing Date

07/31/25

How to Apply

Please apply directly at www.plymouth-ma.gov

Posted

2025-06-20| Quick link to this job