The North Haven Memorial Library
is seeking a friendly, flexible, customer-service oriented individual to
join our Library team in the Children’s Department. Our ideal candidate
will have excellent communication skills; is able to work comfortably
in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment with patience,
flexibility, and attention to detail; is team-oriented, motivated, and
organized; has strong computer and technology skills and is comfortable
using social media and creating promotional
materials.
Responsibilities include:
Assist at the circulation desk including: Check material in/out;
register new patrons and provide orientation information; place/process
holds; assist patrons
in person and over the phone; cover books. Shelve materials and
shelf-read. Assist with programs. Additional duties as assigned.
Minimum requirements: High
School Diploma or equivalent. College degree
preferred. Minimum of one (1) year of experience working in
library or in a customer service environment. Ability to deal pleasantly
and effectively with the public. Computer skills, including
keyboarding, basic knowledge of MS Word, websites,
databases, social media, and other electronic resources,
preferred. Employee must lift/move up to 10 pounds regularly and
occasionally lift/move 25 lbs. Employee must have ability to push book
carts weighing more than 30 lbs. on a regular
basis. Experience working with III/Sierra ILS and familiarity
with the Library’s online catalog is a plus. Experience working with
Canva a plus.
Hours: Work schedule includes two mornings, one afternoon
and two evening shifts per week, with Saturdays in rotation. 18 hrs/week.
Compensation: Hourly Rate: $15.00-$17.00 per hour DOE.
To Apply: Please visit
the Town of North Haven's employment opportunities page to obtain an application/view employment application process. Please submit a cover letter
and resume along with your application.
