Job Summary: The Chester Public Library seeks a friendly, service-oriented individual with strong interpersonal skills to provide high quality service to library users. Candidate must be able to juggle priorities, work independently, attend to detail, and be a welcoming presence in the library. Perform a variety of circulation and clerical tasks related to the operation of the library. This person will also be responsible for planning, publicizing, and conducting all programs for children including weekly story times, a full calendar year of programs, along with reader’s advisory, assist patrons and perform other duties related to the library all within the framework of a part-time position. A knowledge of Dungeons & Dragons desirable to conduct our Thursday & Friday afternoon club.
Must have experience and familiarity with library technology and online resources. Salary: $17.00/hr for an 18.5-hour work week with no paid benefits. Days include Mondays, Thursdays & Fridays, and rotating Saturdays.
All interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume to Stephanie Romano, Library Director, at librarydirector@chesterct.org, no later than January 24. The Town of Chester is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
