Library Tech Job at Bucklandpubliclibrary in Townsend

Library Tech, Townsend Public Library (Townsend)

The Townsend Public Library is seeking a creative and energetic library tech to work weekends and evenings. Must have Saturday and Sunday availability. Additional availability required to cover vacations, leaves of absence, personal time, staff illnesses and/or other times during normal library operating hours. Hours will not exceed 19 per week.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine circulation tasks.
• Perform general reference and readers advisory services.
• Assist with library programming.
• Attend meetings as required.
• Perform other functions and projects as necessary.
• Handle physical aspects of position: standing, moving, sitting, manual dexterity required to operate office equipment (computer, copier), climbing and descending steps, and lifting up to 35 lbs. — ability to push/pull loaded carts.

Candidates subject to CORI (unless within past 2yrs) and a Pre-Employment Exam.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university, or equivalent public library experience.
• Evening and weekend availability.
• Excellent customer service skills, including ability to establish good rapport with patrons of all ages while promoting a positive and enthusiastic environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills, ability to troubleshoot basic software issues and assist patrons in need.
• Comfortable learning new technologies including e-books and reference databases.
• Comfortable with and prepared to work in all areas of the library.

Full/Part Time

Part Time

Education

NA

Salary

$19.93/hour

How to Apply

Position will remain open until filled. Apply to: Stacy Schuttler, Library Director, Townsend Public Library, 12 Dudley Rd, Townsend MA 01469 or via email sschuttler@cwmars.org