Library Assistant I

1 day ago

Pittsfield, MA, United States City of Pittsfield Full-time
Library Assistant I

Berkshire Athenaeum, Pittsfield's Public Library, is seeking to fill part-time positions of Library Assistant I. The Library Assistant performs routine library duties in a public service area of the library, primarily shelving, pulling holds lists, and providing back-up desk coverage.

This position involves intermittent hours working in the Adult and/or Youth Services Department with the possibility of cross-training. The current staffing needs are:

Adult Circulation: Mondays, 8:45am-12:45pm

Youth Services: Tuesdays, 10am-1pm; Thursdays, 10am-1pm; Saturdays, 11am-3pm.

Responsibilities
  • Shelving of all materials and other associated tasks, such as keeping shelves neat, keeping books in proper order
  • Performs specific tasks assigned by the supervisor, including one time and ongoing projects
  • Answers the telephone, transfers calls, and takes messages
  • Performs computer tasks to maintain and/or manipulate the CW MARS database (searching CW MARS database, entering patron information, charging/discharging transactions)
  • Mends damaged library materials, including in house repairs and sending materials out to a commercial binder
  • Provides public service desk coverage as assigned
  • Performs clerical duties, including typing and computer word processing, filing, and shelving
  • Uses the department's audio-visual, office, and/or computer equipment and resources
  • Prepares overdue notices for mailing
  • Performs other duties and special projects as assigned
Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent or within one year of graduation
  • Computer skills or demonstrated ability/aptitude to be trained in this area
  • Demonstrated patience and skill in dealing with general public
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as: safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
  • Ability to speak with customers or employees of the organization
  • Ability to communicate fluently in English
  • Ability to move light loads (about 20 pounds) from the floor to a position overhead