Part-time Assistant Librarian – Technical Services
Hollis Social Library
Hollis, NH
The Hollis Social Library has an opening for an Assistant Librarian position, working 18 hours per week. This includes one evening and some Saturday hours on a rotation. The primary area of responsibility for this job is assisting with cataloging items, collection maintenance, and assistance with interlibrary loans as needed.
Details of this job include but are not limited to:
Responsible for assisting the Director with managing the cataloging process, procedures, and tools for the Hollis Social Library.
- Experience with original cataloging and copy cataloging.
- Enter library specific cataloging information on new items received from the book vendor.
- Review MARC records for completeness and accuracy.
- Process new materials.
Teamwork is very important so we will be looking for the following qualities in the next member of our team:
- Values a team environment, supports coworkers with the best interest of the library in mind.
- Willingness and interest to learn new things and share what they learn.
- Strong customer service skills and positive attitude.
Hourly wage above average for the Southern NH area.
Qualifications for this position are: Individual must have a Bachelor’s Degree; 2 or more years’ experience working in a library; knowledge of Dewey Decimal System; familiarity with Library Management Systems and worked in a Circulation Dept.; Cataloging expertise; working knowledge of MS Office Products; strong people skills; attention to detail; self-motivated; sense of humor. Expected to work nights and weekends. Desirable: MLS Degree or attending school to earn degree.
Closing Date: 10/31/20 or when the job is filled.
If you are interested in applying for this job, mail your resumée and cover letter to:
Hollis Social Library
P.O. Box 659
2 Monument Square
Hollis, NH 03049
Attn: Laura Klain, Director
If you would prefer to email your information, send it to:
director@hollislibrary.org with a subject heading of Assistant Librarian Position.
ldk 9/24/20
