Part-time Library Assistant II – Circulation Specialist

Waltham Public Library; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

The Waltham Public Library is seeking a part-time Library Assistant II – Circulation Specialist to support a diverse urban community. The ideal candidate will possess strong customer service skills, a commitment to accuracy, and the ability to thrive under pressure, contributing positively to library operations. This role involves handling various circulation tasks and requires an Associates Degree or similar qualifications. Compensation starts at $30.94 per hour with a structured escalation based on tenure.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience working with the public.
• Ability to perform under pressure and work tactfully.

Responsibilities

• Answering telephones and checking materials in and out.
• Registering patrons and maintaining accounts.

Skills

Customer service

Problem solving

Fluency in Spanish

Fluency in Chinese

Fluency in Haitian Creole

Fluency in Portuguese

Computer skills

Education

Associates Degree or 2 years of post-high school education

Tools

MS Office

Google Workspace

III Sierra software

Job description

Library Assistant II – Circulation Specialist, Waltham Public Library (Waltham)

Part-time Library Assistant II – Circulation Specialist

The Waltham Public Library wants to be the best public library in the world and that’s what sets us apart when we’re adding to our team. Waltham is a diverse city with a mixed socio-economic group of about 65,000 residents. We have a growing population of families with young children, 12% of our population are teens and 40% of our residents speak a language other than English at home. We’re seeking a friendly, adaptive, enthusiastic, service-oriented individual to help serve an urban community within a busy library setting. We're looking for someone who is self-motivated, cares about accuracy, and can handle stressful situations with grace and good humor. Customer service experience is highly valued.

Duties may include: Answering telephones, checking materials in and out, registering patrons, account maintenance, processing daily deliveries and other general circulation desk duties as assigned.

19 hours per week

Weekly schedule to include a morning and afternoon and a minimum of one evening/week, plus a minimum of one Saturday and one Sunday per month year-round.

Qualifications

Associates Degree or 2 years of post-high school education, 6 months of computer experience, 1 year experience working with the public, or any equivalent combination. Strong interest in working with the general public, ability to perform under pressure, ability to work with library staff and a diverse general public in a tactful and courteous manner, good problem solving and computer skills. Superior customer service abilities. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Must pass a pre-employment physical with drug and alcohol screening, a Criminal Offenders Record Information (CORI) and a background check. Full description available at Human Resources Department. Selected candidate will be required to submit three written and signed letters of reference within one week of accepting a conditional offer. Letters may not be dated any older than two years. Emails are acceptable providing they come directly from the author’s email.

Preferred qualifications: Fluency in Spanish, Chinese, Haitian Creole or Portuguese; familiarity with III Sierra software; MS Office and Google workspace.

Full/Part Time

Part Time

Education

NA

$30.94/hour

Salary Notes

Starting salary $30.94 per hour (up to $37.05 in 6 steps), pro-rated paid time off; no health or retirement benefits

Closing Date

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should submit, preferably in one complete pdf file:

· Completed City of Waltham employment application. Please refer to Req#2025-107.

Human Resources Department, 119 School Street, Waltham, MA 02451

[e-mail] / 781-314-3356

Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer