Specialist, Patron Engagement Part Time

Curtis Memorial Library; Brunswick (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Saturday shift differential

Evening/weekend hours availability

Job summary

Curtis Memorial Library in Brunswick, ME is seeking a Part-Time Specialist, Patron Engagement to deliver welcoming, accurate service to all library patrons. You will act as a primary contact, combining patron engagement, technology assistance, and circulation tasks to ensure a smooth library experience.

This role requires Saturday hours from 12-4pm with additional hours as a substitute, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience in public library setting preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to assist patrons with technology and resources.
• Knowledge of Curtis Memorial Library resources and services.

Responsibilities

• Provide welcoming, accurate, and responsive patron service.
• Assist with circulation tasks and self-checkout when needed.
• Offer technology assistance and guidance to library resources.
• Direct patrons to staff and resources to solve inquiries; Saturdays 12–4pm.

Skills

Patron engagement

Customer service

Technology assistance

Circulation desk operations

Tools

Library catalog system

Self-checkout/kiosk

Job description

Job Title: Specialist, Patron

Engagement—Part-Time

Department: Adult Services

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Salary Range: starting at $22/hour

Reports To: Adult Services Manager

Position Type: Part-Time

The Patron Engagement Specialist delivers an exceptional patron experience by providing welcoming, accurate, and responsive service to all library patrons. This position serves as a primary point of contact for patrons, combining patron engagement, technology assistance, and circulation services while directing patrons to appropriate staff and resources to ensure a positive and seamless library experience. A strong knowledge of Curtis Memorial Library’s resources, services, and collections is essential for effectively guiding patrons and supporting their information needs. This role advances the library’s mission by connecting people with ideas, resources, and one another.

The Curtis Memorial Library is looking for a part-time staff member to work each Saturday from 12-4pm. In addition, this position will include additional hours as a substitute as needed. Substitute positions require availability for evening and weekend hours.

Public library experience is strongly preferred.

The pay rate is $22/hr.

• We currently offer a $5.00 per hour shift differential for Saturday shifts for part time and substitute staff.

A substitute staff member may be called to fill in long- or short-term during regular staff absences.

For full job description:

PT Specialist, Patron Engagement Job Description 2026.pdf