Internal Only - Assistant Librarian

NOTICE OF JOB POSTING

Open to current members of Town of Bridgewater Library union only

POSITION TITLE:                     ASSISTANT LIBRARIAN

                                                            BRIDGEWATER PUBLIC LIBRARY

BLSA – GRADE 9

                                                            FULL-TIME (35 HOURS PER WEEK)

                                                            PAY RANGE: $49,322.00 TO $64,701.00 PER YEAR

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Under the general supervision of the Library Director or their designee, the Assistant Librarian facilitates the operation of library services in the Circulation Department and as needed in one or more of the following areas: Children’s Room, Reference Desk.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Checking materials in and out to patrons


• Registering new patrons


• Answering questions from the public in-person and on the phone


• Assisting patrons with library resources and technology and troubleshooting patron computers


• Helps to maintain the circulating collection through shelving, shelf reading, mending, discarding and cleaning


• Set up displays and exhibits


• Processes and catalogs library materials


• Shifts at the children’s circulation desk may include assisting the Children’s Librarian in preparing for and running children’s programming and related tasks


• Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with the public and other library staff


• Exhibit attention to detail, be able to solve problems, and work independently


• Computer skills are a necessity

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study


• 1-3 years related work or experience

QUALIFICIATIONS:

• Familiarity with SirsiDynix WorkFlows software and library catalog is a plus


• Knowledge of popular adults and children’s literature and media preferred

PHYISCAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to push book carts and bins loaded with library materials


• Reach and retrieve books at high and low shelf heights


• To stand/sit for prolonged periods of time


• Be able to assist with lifting up to 30 pounds

Diversity & Inclusion is a key component of our success as an organization. The Town of Bridgewater is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages all qualified individuals—regardless of background, experience, or strengths—to apply.