Library Circulation Assistant

State; Needham, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Needham Free Public Library in Needham, MA seeks a part-time Library Circulation Assistant to support patron services, checkouts, and basic desk duties. Reporting to the Circulation Supervisor, the role emphasizes friendly customer service and adherence to library policies in a busy public setting.

The position offers evenings and weekend hours as outlined in the schedule and provides an opportunity to contribute to community programs and library initiatives within the town’s growing Space

Qualifications

• Strong communication with patrons and colleagues.
• Experience in an administrative or support role.
• Interest in serving the Needham community.

Responsibilities

• Checks in/borrows materials, processes registrations, renewals, holds.
• Answers general questions and explains library policies.
• Supports collection maintenance and displays.

Skills

Communication skills

Administrative support

Patron services

Job description

Library Circulation Assistant, Needham Free Public Library (Needham)

The Town of Needham is seeking passionate individuals to fill the part-time position of Library Circulation Assistant at the Needham Free Public Library. Reporting to the Library Circulation Supervisor, the Library Circulation Assistant will support in a patron-facing capacity, assisting in providing information and processing library checkouts and other services. The ideal candidate will have a strong administrative or support background, excellent communication skills, and a passion for serving the Needham community.
It is an exciting time to join the Needham Free Public Library team! Our new Strategic Plan and Annual Action Plans position the library to continue to meet the community’s needs for years to come. In addition, our recent Library Space Utilization Study reimagines the library’s interior space in four phases to enhance the work we do for our patrons and the community with our newly opened 4,000-square-foot Teen Room being the first phase. Along with diverse collections, plentiful programming, and great services, the Needham Free Public Library is on track to be the go-to place for new and current library workers.

Schedule
Weekly: Thursdays 5:30 - 9:00 pm, Fridays 1:00 - 5:30 pm
In addition:
Week 1: Saturday 9:00am - 5:00 pm
Week 2: Saturday 1:00 - 5:00 pm
Week 4: Sunday 1:00 - 6:00 pm (1:00 - 5:00 pm during the summer)

Duties and Responsibilities
-Performs circulation desk procedures and direct patron services, such as checking in and borrowing of materials, processing library card registration and checkouts, renewals, returns, and holds, assisting with general questions, and explaining and enforcing library policies.
-Maintains records utilizing integrated library network system; may assist with operational tasks for opening/closing Circulation Department.
-Assists in collection maintenance including deaccessioning activities, orderliness, moving materials, and helping with displays.
-Maintains orderliness of materials collection; supports Library initiatives and provides assistance to other Library departments as needed.
-Creates a welcoming environment for all patrons by ensuring library policies and procedures are followed.

Qualifications

Duties and Responsibilities
-Performs circulation desk procedures and direct patron services, such as checking in and borrowing of materials, processing library card registration and checkouts, renewals, returns, and holds, assisting with general questions, and explaining and enforcing library policies.
-Maintains records utilizing integrated library network system; may assist with operational tasks for opening/closing Circulation Department.
-Assists in collection maintenance including deaccessioning activities, orderliness, moving materials, and helping with displays.
-Maintains orderliness of materials collection; supports Library initiatives and provides assistance to other Library departments as needed.
-Creates a welcoming environment for all patrons by ensuring library policies and procedures are followed.