Librarian 2 - Talking Book Library

This is a paraprofessional position under the general direction of the Manager of the Worcester Talking Book Library.  This position assists with circulation, reader’s advisory duties and performs exemplary customer service.  Assists patrons in the use of the Talking Book Library services, facilities and equipment. Assists in collection maintenance. Supervise and record audio material for the collection. This position is involved in all operations related to circulation of Talking Book Library materials while delivering an excellent customer service experience.  The ideal person in this position will possess excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills and have experience working with diverse populations in an urban community. Schedule will include evenings and weekend hours and working at other locations. 

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply

Qualifications

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE

·         High school diploma or equivalent

·         One (1) year of data entry experience and/or community public service work, such as library, bookstore, or equivalent.  Specific courses that have hands-on experience may be substituted for work experience.  

·         Ability to successfully pass CORI/SORI

·         Reliable transportation to travel between locations

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

·         One (1) year of supervisory experience

·         One (1) year experience working with diverse communities in an urban environment

Full/Part Time

Full Time

Education

NA

Salary Range$21.82 - $26.28  / hour

Salary Notes

Salary based on experience

Closing Date

12/13/2024

How to Apply

To apply, please visit: www.worcesterma.gov/employment or send resume and cover letter on or before Friday, December 13, 2024: To: City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. Preference given to Worcester Residents. The City of Worcester is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Direct inquiries to: City Hall Human Resources, 508-799-1030, [email protected]

The Worcester Public Library makes every effort to support ALA’s “Core Competences of Librarianship” http://www.ala.org/educationcareers/careers/corecomp as approved and adopted as policy by the ALA Council, January 27th 2009 and, as an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, values diversity and aims to have its workforce reflect the community.