What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Clerk, Part Time, 3 positions (10-16 hours per week, plus Saturday on ro position at Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners?
Library Clerk, Part Time, 3 positions (10-16 hours per week, plus Saturday on rotation), Walpole Public Library (Walpole)
Duties :
Performs a variety of routine clerical and manual work in circulating and processing library materials and providing services to library patrons, related work as required.
Essential Functions :
- Receives the public and answers questions; responds to inquiries from public, supervisors, and other staff, when necessary, refers inquiries to appropriate persons.
- Checks library materials in and out; processes overdue charges and fines.
- Answers telephone calls and provides information or otherwise assists or refers patrons as appropriate.
- Runs reports, maintains library forms and procedures.
- Manages and selects items for interlibrary loans.
- Performs routine maintenance on books and other materials.
- Assists in maintaining library collections and facilities by straightening books, chairs, shelves, papers and magazines, changing calendars, emptying book drops, and maintaining clean, safe work area.
- Uses library information systems to find information and handle administrative tasks; works in the children's, adult and technical services area.
- Performs a variety of miscellaneous duties such as picking up supplies needed for activities, making arrangements for use of library facilities, setting up tables and chairs for programs, etc.
- Assists in carrying-out special programs or activities through scheduling, refreshments, reservations, set-up functions.
- Assists in opening and closing the building to the public.
- Performs other related responsibilities as assigned.
Available Schedules :
Schedule A : 14 Hours ( Sat on rotation)
Monday 5 : 00PM to 9 : 00PM
Tuesday 11 : 00AM to 3 : 00PM
Wednesday 3 : 00PM to 9 : 00PM
Saturday 9 : 30AM to 3 : 00PM
Schedule B : 16 Hours ( Sat on rotation)
Monday 3 : 00PM to 9 : 00PM
Wednesday 11 : 00AM to 3 : 00PM
Thursday 3 : 00PM to 9 : 00PM
Saturday 9 : 30AM to 3 : 00PM
Schedule C : 10 Hours ( Sat on rotation)
Monday 11 : 00AM to 3 : 00PM
Tuesday 3 : 00PM to 9 : 00PM
Saturday 9 : 30AM to 3 : 00PM
Qualifications
High school graduate or equivalency, Associates degree preferred.
Some experience in library environment highly desirable.
Ability and / or willingness to learn library information technology systems.
Establish and maintain connections with employees, supervisors, and public, both adults and children.
Full / Part Time
Part Time
Salary
20.42 / hour
Closing Date
Open until filled
How to Apply
All applicants can submit cover letter, resume and Town Application to the following address or email below :
Town of Walpole, HR
135 School Street
Walpole, MA 02081
apply@walpole-ma.gov
Posted
2025-02-03
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Salary : $20
