Part Time Library Assistant

The Part-time Library Assistant supports library services by assisting patrons in the use of library resources, assisting staff with programming and outreach, and performing basic clerical duties as assigned.  The Library Assistant should possess excellent customer service skills and the ability to work with a diverse population. 

• Provides hands-on assistance to programming staff by helping with room setup, breakdown, and attendance taking.  

• Assists with publishing events to the library webpage, and sharing content to social media during programs and outreach events. 

• Attends outreach events in the community and assists library staff by providing excellent customer service and promotion of library services and programs. 

• Assists with the execution of library reading campaigns - physical space preparations like decorations and keeping track of setup and breakdown schedule. 

• Provide services to the public at the desks 

• Assists with craft preparation for library programs. 

• Assists librarians with weeding items from the collection, and other special projects. 

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Minimum of 1-year experience working in a library or public service setting

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Google 

• Clerical experience with good attention to detail

• The ability to work and communicate well with library staff and patrons in a diverse community 

Application Information

Application Submission:

Qualified applications must be submitted online at** www.danbury-ct.gov/employment. This position will remain open until filled. EEO/M/F/D/V**

Important **Note:  Paper applications will not be accepted. **

The application must be completed in its entirety.  Omissions, false, misleading or inaccurate information will result in rejection of the application.

Please contact the Human Resources/Civil Service Department at (203) 797-4598 or [email protected] if you need assistance or if you have any general questions.

The City of Danbury will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of sex, race, color, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, national origin, ancestry, age, veteran status, or disability, except where it is a bona fide occupational qualification.

We encourage African Americans, Women, Hispanics, and other minorities who meet the minimum qualifications to apply.  EEO/M/F/D/V   

Location170 Main Street, Danbury CT 06810

Compensation

$16.35/hour

Application URL or Email

Apply online here