The
Farmington Libraries is seeking a friendly, welcoming, and resourceful
part-time Lending Services Assistant at our Barney Library Branch in the
Farmington Village. This position works under the general direction of
the Barney Library Branch Manager.
Perform various circulation
functions, including: Checking out materials to patrons on the library’s
circulation system. Responding to patron inquiries and directing them
to appropriate staff. Answering incoming phone calls and directing
patrons to the appropriate staff. Processing patron holds requests.
Inspecting and redirecting materials being returned for cleaning,
repair, or withdrawal. Looking up patron records pertaining to holds,
overdue materials, bills, etc. Preparing “claims returned” forms and
looking for materials that have been misplaced. Preparing and issuing
new library cards. Helping open/close the library. Retrieving books and
other materials from the book drop and checking them in on the library’s
circulation system.
Additional Job Responsibilities: Provides
basic reference and readers advisory to patrons. Sorting outgoing and
incoming mail, as needed. Assisting in preparing materials for
interlibrary loan, and unpacking and discharging materials coming back
from other libraries. Assisting with other lending or collection
management functions, as needed. Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: High School diploma
required; Associates degree or some college coursework preferred. One or
more years’ worth of customer experience in a library or similar
setting. Requires elementary knowledge of library functions and
procedures.
Hours: Tuesdays 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Thursdays 12:00
PM – 4:00 PM, and every third Saturday (in lieu of Tuesday of that
week), occasional additional hours available.
Hourly Rate: $16.66/hour; this is a non-benefited position.
The Farmington Libraries is an equal opportunity employer.
Please send a resume and references to: Monique Kucia, Business Manager, mkucia@farmingtonlibraries.org, The Farmington Libraries, 6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT 06032. Review of applications will begin December 5, 2022 and the position will remain open until filled.