Hours: Up to 20 hours per week, including weekdays, some evenings and Saturdays.
Salary: $15/hour
Position Summary: The town of Brookline, New Hampshire (5,800 pop), with its unique blend of rural charm and vibrant community, is seeking a new library team member. We are looking for a part-time Library Assistant, up to 20 hours/week. Hours include a combination of weekdays, some evenings, and Saturdays. A positive attitude and a sense of humor are vital in this role.
The Library Assistant has a working knowledge of the library and performs a variety of library services for patrons and the maintenance of the collection. Brookline Public Library staff work in a team-oriented environment under the supervision of the Library Director, are responsible for assisting with library circulation, reference, readers’ advisory, collection promotion, programming, in both adult and youth service areas.
· Deliver excellent customer service for all visitors to the library
· Staff the circulation desk and perform circulation functions including checking items in/out, reserving and renewing materials, collecting fees, and maintaining patron records
· Shelve library materials and perform other stack maintenance activities including shelf reading and tidying, weeding
· Provide readers’ advisory and reference services, and refers patrons to additional resources as appropriate
· Assist patrons with use of library services and equipment
· Answer phone inquiries and make patron notification calls
· Create book displays that promote the library’s collections
· Knowledge of library practices and services including alphabetization and Dewey Classification System.
· Ability to deal courteously and efficiently with a diverse population of library patrons.
· Excellent general office, computer, and technology skills including working in a Windows environment, familiarity with Web browsers and Microsoft software, experience with any ILS software.
· Capacity to work both independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
· Effective written and spoken communication skills, as well as the ability to follow oral and written instructions.
· Ability to maintain patron confidentiality.
· Physically able to carry/lift up to 35lbs, bend low and reach high to shelve books, and push a library cart.
· High school diploma or GED required, some college or a bachelor's degree preferred.
· Experience in a public library setting preferred.
Please send resume and the names and contact information for three professional references to: Diane Lynch, Brookline Public Library Director at L ibrary.director@brooklinenh.gov
This position will remain open until filled.