Circulation Assistant

The Patten Free Library, located in Bath, Maine, is a private non-profit library that serves the City of Bath and the Towns of Arrowsic, Georgetown, West Bath, and Woolwich. (Total population served is app. 15,279.)

Job Summary: This part-time position is responsible for staffing the main circulation desk. Position reports to the Assistant Director.

Responsibilities:

• Perform circulation desk duties including checking materials in and out, registering patrons, collecting fines and fees, and scheduling the use of museum passes
• Process and manage library holds and incoming/outgoing interlibrary loans.
• Perform opening and closing procedures.
• Assist patrons with mechanical operations of library equipment.
• Answer directional questions and refer patrons to reference staff as appropriate.
• Empty outside book drops daily.
• Respond to circulation emails and phone calls from patrons and library staff.
• Explain library procedures and policies.
• Perform reconciliation of cash drawer at closing.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Personal Characteristics:

• Ability to assist the public in a personable, friendly and welcoming manner.
• Working knowledge of library principles, policies and procedures.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Working knowledge of Sierra or other integrated library system (ILS).
• Ability to search using online public access catalog (OPAC), preferably MINERVA.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform close, detail work involving considerable visual and mental concentration.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent; public service experience.

Conditions of Employment:

• Approximately 14 hours per week plus a rotating Saturday. Some evening hours required.

Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position:

• Extended periods of standing
• Lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Bending, pushing and pulling full book carts, shelving returned items, emptying book drops.

Hourly Rate: $17.12 per hour

Benefits: Earned Paid Leave (EPL)

How to Apply:

Please email cover letter and resume to Elizabeth Manning, Assistant Director, at: [email protected]

Applications accepted until the position is filled.

Start Date: As soon as possible.

Salary: $17.12 per hour

Website: www.patten.lib.me.us/