Library Aide

Library Clerk, Part Time, 3 positions (10-16 hours per week, plus Saturday on rotation), Walpole Public Library (Walpole)

Duties: Performs a variety of routine clerical and manual work in circulating and processing library materials and providing services to library patrons, related work as required.

Essential Functions: §  Receives the public and answers questions; responds to inquiries from public, supervisors, and other staff, when necessary, refers inquiries to appropriate persons. §  Checks library materials in and out; processes overdue charges and fines. §  Answers telephone calls and provides information or otherwise assists or refers patrons as appropriate. §  Runs reports, maintains library forms and procedures §  Manages and selects items for interlibrary loans §  Performs routine maintenance on books and other materials §  Assists in maintaining library collections and facilities by straightening books, chairs, shelves, papers and magazines, changing calendars, emptying book drops, and maintaining clean, safe work area. §  Uses library information systems to find information and handle administrative tasks; works in the children's, adult and technical services area. §  Performs a variety of miscellaneous duties such as picking up supplies needed for activities, making arrangements for use of library facilities, setting up tables and chairs for programs, etc. §  Assists in carrying-out special programs or activities through scheduling, refreshments, reservations, set-up functions. §  Assists in opening and closing the building to the public. §  Performs other related responsibilities as assigned

Available Schedules: 

Schedule A:  14 Hours (+ Sat on rotation) Monday 5:00PM to 9:00PM Tuesday 11:00AM to 3:00PM Wednesday 3:00PM to 9:00PM Saturday 9:30AM to 3:00PM 

Schedule B: 16 Hours (+ Sat on rotation) Monday 3:00PM to 9:00PM Wednesday 11:00AM to 3:00PM Thursday 3:00PM to 9:00PM Saturday 9:30AM to 3:00PM 

Schedule C:  10 Hours (+ Sat on rotation) Monday 11:00AM to 3:00PM Tuesday 3:00PM to 9:00PM Saturday 9:30AM to 3:00PM

Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalency, Associates degree preferred Some experience in library environment highly desirable Ability and/or willingness to learn library information technology systems Establish and maintain connections with employees, supervisors, and public, both adults and children

Full/Part Time

Part Time

Education

NA

Salary$20.42  / hour

Closing Date

Open until filled

How to Apply

All applicants can submit cover letter, resume and Town Application to the following address or email below:

Town of Walpole, HR 135 School Street Walpole, MA 02081 [email protected]