Library Associate - Part-Time

Town of Duxbury•Duxbury, MA

13d•$23 - $28

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to provide paraprofessional support to professional library staff through the performance of varied duties and tasks. Performs professional level duties requiring a thorough knowledge of library procedures, library organization, and department operations. Must exercise judgment and initiative to perform duties; must be able to work independently and as part of a team.

Requirements

General knowledge of public library services.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to deal with the general public and staff members in a pleasant and tactful manner.
Ability to learn and undertake new procedures.
Excellent computer keyboarding and mouse skills.
Excellent inter-personal and good computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree preferred, related education and experience considered.

Responsibilities

Uses both the staff and public online library systems to provide circulation, bibliographic, and/or patron advisory services.
Attends library and department meetings.
Information must be presented appropriately and communicated factually.
Works under direct supervision of the appropriate department head to provide library services; duties are designated by the department head.
Working at the circulation desk and circulating materials using the automated system.
Communicating library policies and procedures to patrons.
Answering telephone calls, managing relevant ones, and referring others to appropriate staff.
Registering patrons, collecting fines and fees.
Providing directional and general readers advisory information to patrons.
Assisting in physical collection care such as re-shelving, arranging, and weeding as directed.
Assisting the department head in department planning.
Performs related duties or special projects as required or directed.