Library Assistant, Rye Public Library (Rye, NH) Job at Massachusetts Board of Li

Library Assistant, Rye Public Library (Rye, NH)

LIBRARY ASSISTANT, PART-TIME , RYE, NH PUBLIC LIBRARY

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
Provides excellent direct customer service and performs library duties requiring knowledge of library operations.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

-Greets and communicates with patrons at the circulation desk and via telephone.

-Maintains effective customer relations.
-Assists patrons with the circulation of library materials and use of e-books
-Uses the integrated library system to circulate, reserve, and renew items.
-Shelves books and other materials returned by borrowers as needed.
-Maintains the physical appearance of the library by straightening and shifting materials.
-Assists with fulfilling hold requests.
-Packs and unpacks NH State Library deliveries.
-Performs clerical work pertaining to the circulation of materials.
-Follows procedures for opening and closing the library.
-Performs other duties as required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Physical requirements include lifting, bending, kneeling, reaching, using a step stool, standing, and pushing/pulling loaded book carts.

Approximately 10-20 hours a week, $20/hr., prorated time off, background check required.

Please send resume and cover letter to Shirley Barron, Interim Library Director, at director@ryepubliclibrary.org.

Qualifications

High school diploma required; Associate degree and 1-3 years of library experience. Excellent computer skills required. The ability to get along with others is required. Basic knowledge of library service procedures is preferred. Previous library service experience a plus.

Full/Part Time

Part Time

Education

NA

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Library Assistant, Rye Public Library (Rye, NH)

LIBRARY ASSISTANT, PART-TIME , RYE, NH PUBLIC LIBRARY

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
Provides excellent direct customer service and performs library duties requiring knowledge of library operations.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

-Greets and communicates with patrons at the circulation desk and via telephone.

-Maintains effective customer relations.
-Assists patrons with the circulation of library materials and use of e-books
-Uses the integrated library system to circulate, reserve, and renew items.
-Shelves books and other materials returned by borrowers as needed.
-Maintains the physical appearance of the library by straightening and shifting materials.
-Assists with fulfilling hold requests.
-Packs and unpacks NH State Library deliveries.
-Performs clerical work pertaining to the circulation of materials.
-Follows procedures for opening and closing the library.
-Performs other duties as required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Physical requirements include lifting, bending, kneeling, reaching, using a step stool, standing, and pushing/pulling loaded book carts.

Approximately 10-20 hours a week, $20/hr., prorated time off, background check required.

Please send resume and cover letter to Shirley Barron, Interim Library Director, at director@ryepubliclibrary.org.

Qualifications

High school diploma required; Associate degree and 1-3 years of library experience. Excellent computer skills required. The ability to get along with others is required. Basic knowledge of library service procedures is preferred. Previous library service experience a plus.

Full/Part Time

Part Time

Education

NA

Salary

Closing Date

9/19/25

How to Apply

Please submit cover letter and resume to Shirley Barron, Interim Library Director, at director@ryepubliclibrary.org

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2025-08-25| Quick link to this job