Job description: Part-time position for energetic and organized person for reference/information services. Assists library patrons at the front desk, over the phone or email. Flexibility in scheduling is required. Subject to criminal history background check and pre-employment drug/alcohol testing. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
Example of duties:
- Acts as the “Person-In-Charge” of the library on evenings and Saturdays as assigned; prepares desk and library facilities for operation, and performs closing procedures during evening and Saturday shifts.
- Provides service at the Front Desk assists patrons of all ages as assigned, including one-on-one technology assistance and training for the public, with printers, copy and fax machine, use of the internet, word processing, and other commonly used software on both library and personal devices.
- Possesses the ability to use required library equipment, including multi-media/AV equipment.
- Participates in library staff meetings and other committees as appropriate.
- May prepare newsletters, booklists or flyers.
- May select materials within a budget and performs collection maintenance for assigned areas.
- May be asked to plan and lead programs for adults (book discussions, etc)
- May participate in preservation and related activities to ensure access to Portland historical materials.
Hours: Up to 14 hours weekly (Mon-Sat), primarily for evening and Saturday public service, including two evenings per week; Tuesdays & Thursdays (5-8pm) & three Saturdays per month (9am-3pm). Additional shifts/hours may be available for special programs or public service coverage needs.
Salary: : $30.38 to $35.14 (starts at base pay)
Qualifications: MLS, experience with Reader's Advisory desirable; demonstrated computer skills; organizational abilities; must have valid driver’s license, physical dexterity and visual acuity.
To apply: Email Town General Employment Application to: mceppaglia@portlandct.org Or send to: First Selectman’s Office, P.O. Box 71, Portland, CT 06480-0071 no later than September 2 by 5 pm
See the full position posting and employment application HERE
