City of East Providence is hiring: Library Aide (Part-Time) in East Providence
City of East Providence, East Providence, RI, US, 02914
Job Description
CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
LIBRARY AIDE – PART TIME
$17.00 PER HOUR / NO BENEFITS
UP TO 19 HOURS/WEEK
Job Description: The Part Time Library Aide is under the supervision of the Circulation Coordinator and performs supportive duties at all East Providence Public Library locations. The Library Aide provides customer service, performs circulation duties, provides assistance in other departments, and other in-house duties. This position will include evenings and Saturdays.
General Responsibilities
- Provides outstanding customer service by welcoming everyone with a pleasant manner and a calm, patient demeanor
- Assists patrons with accessing library services and resources, promotes library resources and programs, and directs patrons to specific materials in the building
- Performs circulation duties including check-in/check-out, issuing new library cards, processing various collections, locating materials online and in the library, retrieving materials, answering phone, and handling the routing of library materials to and from other libraries
- Keeps shelves and displays in order
- Assists patrons with booking public meeting spaces, registering for programs, and accessing other library services
- Assists with inventory, preparing book carts, shelving materials, and cleaning materials as needed
- Respects patron privacy and safeguards confidential information
- Performs related tasks as assigned
Desirable Abilities, Knowledge and Skills
- Reliable, organized, accurate and pays close attention to detail
- Possesses a positive attitude and ability to effectively work with library staff
- Applies independent judgment when necessary
- Proficient in the use of printers, photocopiers, fax machines, scanners, and other technology
Minimum Qualifications
- Flexibility to work when needed is required. Some shifts will be regular and constant while others will be variable and change week to week depending on staffing needs.
- Ability to get to all three library locations within the City.
- High School Diploma
- Some clerical experience, previous library experience preferred or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the desired abilities, knowledge and skills
Physical Requirements
Must be able to perform physical tasks associated with library work such as
- Standing for given hours of the workday
- Lifting and carrying books
- Shelving and retrieving books at or above shoulder height, and at floor level
Examination Weight: Oral 100 %
Application Process: Apply on the City of East Providence Employment website on ADP Workforce Now.
Posted: September 12, 2025
Application Deadline: October 3, 2025, at 12:00 pm.
Posted April 26, 2024