Job Description:
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.
Minimum requirements (training, skills, education, experience):
High school diploma required; Associate degree and 1-3 years library experience preferred. Excellent computer skills required. The ability to get along well with others is required. Basic knowledge of library service procedures is preferred. Previous library or customer service experience a plus.
Benefits:
Prorated time off.
Hiring Wage Range:
$20/hr.
Other Considerations/Requirements:
Physical requirements include lifting, bending, kneeling, using a step stool, standing and pushing/pulling a loaded book cart. Background check required.
How to submit an application/resume:
Please send resume and cover letter to Shirley Barron at director@ryepubliclibrary.org
Closing date for submissions:
9/19/2025
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.
Minimum requirements (training, skills, education, experience):
High school diploma required; Associate degree and 1-3 years library experience preferred. Excellent computer skills required. The ability to get along well with others is required. Basic knowledge of library service procedures is preferred. Previous library or customer service experience a plus.
Benefits:
Prorated time off.
Hiring Wage Range:
$20/hr.
Other Considerations/Requirements:
Physical requirements include lifting, bending, kneeling, using a step stool, standing and pushing/pulling a loaded book cart. Background check required.
How to submit an application/resume:
Please send resume and cover letter to Shirley Barron at director@ryepubliclibrary.org
Closing date for submissions:
9/19/2025
