Technology Assistant

Institution: Blackstone Public Library Position: Technology Assistant Part time (no benefits) $16.50 per hour

This position will provide professional and supervisory library services to Blackstone’s library patrons by maintaining and improving upon the efficiency of library productivity and patron technology. The Technology Assistant will take direction from and perform all duties as allocated by the Library Director.

Work Schedule

Mondays 10 AM - 2 PM Tuesdays 3 PM - 7 PM Thursdays 4 - 8 PM Alternate Fridays and Saturdays 10 AM - 2 PM Hours are subject to change.

Principal Responsibilities and Duties:

Assists patrons with use of public access computers Circulates books, periodicals, audio-visual materials, and other items Registers patrons for library cards and maintains patron records Answers reference questions Assists patrons with downloadable eBook, eAudio, and eVideo content  Assists patrons with using online tools such as Mango, Hoopla, etc. Assists patrons with tablets, phones, laptops Assists patrons with printing, copying, scanning, and faxing Teaches one to one computer classes Answers walk-in, telephone, and email inquiries Assists Library Director with webpage management and social media platforms Evaluates, prioritizes, and communicates the needs of the Library’s technology services/equipment to the Library Director. Maintains/updates software on patron and staff computers Prepares statistical information for the Library Director regarding computer usage and technology classes Applies for grants  Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

 Bachelor’s Degree preferred.  Equivalent education and/or experience will be considered.  One year of library experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:

Strong interpersonal skills Ability to make decisions in accordance with library policies and procedures Strong attention to detail Knowledge of alphabetical, numerical and subject filing systems Knowledge of Windows operating system, computer usage, Microsoft Office, Google Drive & Forms for Business, and library software. Knowledge of Apple Software a plus. Knowledge of cell phones and apps Ability to lift not more than fifty (50) pounds, and/or push a book cart Ability to stretch or climb to a height of seven feet and bend to floor level Basic operation of library office equipment including copy machines, scanners, printers, facsimile machines, and computer workstations

Full/Part Time

Part Time

Education

BA/BS

Salary$16.50  / hour

Closing Date

How to Apply

Please send your resume and three professional references to