Reports to: Chief Librarian
Status: Part-time; non-exempt, hourly, weekdays, schedule to be determined
Salary/compensation: The starting pay rate for this role is $15 per hour.
Please see the full job posting HERE.
Overview: The
circulation desk staff acts as the welcome ambassador, from greeting
visitors to assisting with library inquiries to helping colleagues in
other departments as needed. As such, it is important they project the
welcome, helpfulness, and enthusiasm that help make Pequot Library such a
unique and valued institution. They create an orderly and workable
front desk environment that promotes overall materials circulation,
program attendance, and membership growth. They will be requested to be
available for some special events and public programs as needed.
Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s
degree required or in progress and some library experience, preferred.
Strong customer service. High overall level of computer proficiency
& quick at learning new technologies. Ability to communicate
effectively, courteously and promote membership growth. Ability and
desire to serve the public of all ages. Knowledge of current/popular
books for Readers’ Advisory. Ability to work as a team member.
Flexibility, sense of humor. Interest in humanities. Availability for
some evenings and weekends.
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy:
Pequot Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer and recruits, hires,
and trains without discrimination based on race, color, religion,
national origin, age, place of birth, gender identity or expression,
disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information,
marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by
federal, state or local laws.
Pequot Library is committed to diversity and inclusion in its workplace.
To apply, please submit a letter of interest and résumé in one document to jobs@pequotlibrary.org. The position will be open until filled.
