Library Assistant – Technical Services

Town of Dracut • Dracut, MA

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Technical Services Librarian, the Library Assistant – Technical Services prepares library materials for circulation, including cataloging, processing, and classification. The position also assists at the reference and circulation desks as needed and performs other related duties. The employee works in accordance with established procedures, policies, and professional standards, exercising independent judgment and working with minimal supervision. The position may occasionally supervise volunteers.

This is a part-time position of 18 hours per week. The regular schedule includes evening and weekend hours. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a CORI background check, physical examination, and drug screening, as required by the Town of Dracut. The Town is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

• Knowledge of professional library principles and practices, including cataloging, reference, circulation, and automated systems.
• Working knowledge of computer systems and standard office equipment.
• Ability to work accurately with detailed information and follow established procedures.
• Ability to work independently and interact effectively with patrons of diverse needs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal abilities, and planning and organizational abilities.
• Ability to perform the essential duties, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.
• Successful completion of a CORI background check, physical examination, and drug screening as required by the Town of Dracut.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• Two years of library experience, including cataloging, or customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, classify, and catalog books, periodicals, and non-print library materials for circulation.
• Mark, cover, and process library materials; determine their classification and add them to the library’s ILS for cataloging.
• Monitor inventory of supplies.
• Perform reference and circulation duties as needed.
• Assume additional responsibilities in the absence of other staff.
• Perform other similar or related duties as required or as circumstances dictate.
• May occasionally supervise volunteers.
• Handle confidential patron records and circulation information in accordance with confidentiality policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed