Library Materials Clerk - Serve Patrons & Shelve Books

City of Boston; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Boston Public Library is seeking a part-time Library Assistant to support daily operations across branches. You will sort, shelve, and route materials, assist patrons, and operate standard equipment such as copiers and scanners.

Candidates must be at least 14, be a City of Boston resident on hire, and clear a CORI check. Attention to detail and good judgment are essential to maintain accuracy and a welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 14 years old.
• Residency: City of Boston resident on first day of hire.
• CORI check clearance required by City of Boston.

Responsibilities

• Sort, verify, shift, and check in materials.
• Shelve materials in correct locations.
• Retrieve and route items from shelves as needed.
• Answer basic questions and refer to staff as appropriate.
• Operate equipment such as photocopiers, microfilm readers, printers, and scanners.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

No formal education required

Tools

Copiers

Scanners

Microfilm readers

Printers

Job description

The City of Boston Public Library is seeking a part-time Library Assistant to support daily operations across branches. You will sort, shelve, and route materials, assist patrons, and operate standard equipment such as copiers and scanners.

Candidates must be at least 14, be a City of Boston resident on hire, and clear a CORI check. Attention to detail and good judgment are essential to maintain accuracy and a welcoming environment.