Library Aide I - Canton Public Library

Library Aide I - Scheduled Part Time and Substitute. The Canton Public Library is seeking pleasant, customer service-oriented self-starters to join the staff of our friendly community library. 12 hours per week plus every 4th Saturday, mostly at the Circulation desk. Additional sub hours are available at our Circulation, Children’s, and Reference desks. A high school education or equivalency is required; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Must have outstanding technology skills, including fast, accurate keyboarding; working knowledge of Microsoft Office products; use of email; internet searching; routine trouble-shooting of computers and peripherals; digital photography skills; familiarity with social networking utilities. Must be an avid reader and library user. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment. Previous customer service and library experience is preferred; Sirsi experience is helpful. Day, evening, and weekend hours are available. MLS students encouraged to apply. EOE. The rate of pay is $13.77 per hour. There are no benefits. To apply, send a completed Town of Canton application to: Robert Simon, Library Director, Canton Public Library, 40 Dyer Avenue, Canton, CT 06019. Applications are available at Canton Town Hall, at the Canton Public Library, and online at www.townofcantonct.org. We will begin reviewing applications on September 23, and will continue to accept applications until the positions are filled.