Part-Time Kids' Library Assistant - Programs & Circulation

Town of Foxborough (MA); Foxborough (MA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,893,000; Part time

Job summary

Town of Foxborough’s Boyden Library seeks a part-time Library Assistant in the Children’s Department to provide direct customer service at the Children’s desk and assist in technical services and programming areas. The role requires a high school diploma and offers growth through library experience.

The position features three days a week with one evening shift, alternating Fri/Sat, and one Sunday per month (Nov–Apr). Prior library experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, minimum.
• Public or school library experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Children’s material desirable.
• Experience with automated library systems and personal computers preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs all circulation duties including checking materials in/out and holds.
• Provides basic reference and readers’ advisory service to patrons; interprets library policies and procedures.
• Receives materials and verifies packing information and reports missing items.
• Processes Children’s materials for circulation and prepares new materials for circulation.
• Evaluates, mends and repairs all Children’s materials.
• Assists with staff and volunteer training.
• Performs ongoing story times and assists with other Children’s programs.
• Works collaboratively to improve department practices and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Customer service

Public interaction

Story times

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Automated library systems

Personal computers

Job description

Town of Foxborough’s Boyden Library seeks a part-time Library Assistant in the Children’s Department to provide direct customer service at the Children’s desk and assist in technical services and programming areas. The role requires a high school diploma and offers growth through library experience.

The position features three days a week with one evening shift, alternating Fri/Sat, and one Sunday per month (Nov–Apr). Prior library experience is preferred.