Monday, November 08, 2021

Saturday Staff - Essex Library Association, CT

Saturday Staff - Essex Library Association has been a vital community institution since 1889. Library staff provide comprehensive services and high quality programming for all age groups. The library serves a close knit and supportive community of more than 6,600 residents. We maintain a physical collection of more than 37,000 items in a welcoming and vibrant 9,550 square foot facility with dedicated children’s and teen spaces. The library is a member of the LION consortium.
     Our hiring approach is flexible to attract top candidates. We seek friendly, organized, and engaging professionals. We offer competitive compensation, a congenial work environment, and support for professional growth and development.
     We are seeking creative, energetic, and engaging team members to provide circulation services on Saturdays on both a permanent and substitute basis. Our circulation staffers provide responsive, accurate, and friendly customer service. We seek applicants who possess positive and effective teamwork skills, evidence of commitment to delivery of excellent customer service, self-motivation, and strong problem solving capacities. Prior experience with integrated technology programs is a plus.
     These part-time, non-exempt roles start at $15/hour and include paid sick time and employer matching retirement contribution benefits. Successful applicants are required to pass comprehensive background and reference checks.
     To apply, submit a brief cover letter, resume, and contact details for three references to Essex Library Association, 33 West Avenue, Essex, CT 06426 or via email to jobs@essexlib.org. No phone calls please. EOE.