Part-Time Library Staff Assistant (10 hrs)

State; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

MMEA union

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Job summary

The Marlborough Public Library is seeking a friendly Part-Time Library Staff Assistant (10 hrs/week) for Sundays 12:30-5, with extra weekday hours. You will help patrons at Circulation and the Children's Desk, check in/out materials, manage Museum Passes and Library of Things, and assist with printing and phones.

Familiarity with technology and a positive, reliable attitude are essential; Spanish/Portuguese helpful. Union participation and paid sick time are included.

Qualifications

• Candidate shows a positive attitude and willingness to help others.
• Desire to help people and provide good customer service.
• Ability to learn new technology and adapt to change.
• Strong problem-solving skills and accuracy in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable and punctual with responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist patrons at Circulation and Children's Desk with friendly service.
• Check in/out library materials and Museum Passes; manage Library of Things items.
• Support printing, photocopying, and related tasks; answer phone calls.
• Process hold requests, shelf materials, and perform related duties.
• Maintain organization and assist with general library operations.

Skills

Positive attitude

Helpful demeanor

Learn new technology

Problem-solving

Reliability

Tools

Printing

Photocopying

Job description

Part-Time Library Staff Assistant (10 hrs), Marlborough Public Library (Marlborough)

The Marlborough Public Library's seeking an enthusiastic, team player for a part-time (10hrs/week) job to join our Library. This position is part of the MMEA union and includes paid sick time and vacation.

Duties include providing excellent customer service at the Circulation and Children's Desk, providing positive outcomes to patron issues, checking in and out library materials including Museum Passes and Library of Things, providing assistance with printing and photocopying, answering the telephone, filling hold requests, shelving, and other related duties.

The schedule is every Sunday 12:30-5 September-May and an additional 5.5 during the week.

Qualifications

A successful candidate will have a positive attitude; a desire to help people; the ability to learn new technology and adapt well to change; strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Must be reliable. Familiarity with Spanish, Portuguese desirable. Retail experience is a plus.