Library Assistant (Part-Time)

brooklinema; Brookline (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

The Town of Brookline's Brookline Village Library is seeking part-time Library Assistants who will perform administrative and support tasks, including processing and shelving materials, charging and discharging books, and helping patrons with collections and computers. This role requires a High School Diploma, experience with the public, and computer knowledge, with weekend and evening availability.

Starting pay is $20.96 per hour, and employment includes evenings and weekends as part of

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and experience working with the public.
• Must be available weekends and evenings.
• Ability to communicate library policies effectively.

Responsibilities

• Processing and shelving of library materials.
• Charging and discharging books.
• Circulation functions.
• Assisting patrons with information on collections, policies, procedures, and the use of computers.

Skills

Public interaction

Computers

Patience and communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The Town of Brookline Library system is seeking customer service oriented professionals for part-time Library Assistant positions at the Brookline Village library. These positions perform administrative and support work relating to processing and shelving of library materials; charging and discharging books; circulation functions; assisting patrons with information on collections, policies, procedures, and the use of computers.

Qualifications:
High School Diploma, experience working with the public and knowledge of computers is required. Must be available weekends and evenings. Hours scheduled are typically 16 hours per week.

The ability to work patiently and politely with the public and the ability to communicate library policies and procedures effectively is required. Additional language skills such as Chinese, Spanish, and Russian are a plus.

Hiring is contingent on ability to work an assigned schedule that includes evenings and weekends.

Starting salary $20.96 hourly.

The Town of Brookline is an equal opportunity employer and dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce.