Thursday, December 18, 2025

Substitute Library Assistant - Town of Colchester, Cragin Memorial Library

Friendly, energetic, customer-oriented individual needed for circulation desk duties to work with patrons of all ages. Duties are varied and will include: checking items in and out, placing holds, answering the telephone, assisting patrons with library resources (including downloading eBooks), patron registration and basic reference inquiries, and other duties as assigned. Proficiency with computers, the Internet, social media, word processing, and customer service experience required; library experience preferred. High school diploma or GED required. Retail or other high customer service experience highly desirable. One year of library experience (or LTA) and Bachelor’s degree preferred. Experience with III’s Encore catalog and Sierra circulation system preferred.

See detailed job description and application HERE.

Part-time, on-call, hours vary as needed for service desk coverage, $16.94* per hour, paid sick time as earned. This is a year-round position with the opportunity to grow into a regular role.

Qualified candidates should submit a Town of Colchester application, letter of application, and resume to the First Selectman’s Office, 127 Norwich Avenue, Colchester, CT 06415 by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, January 2, 2026. EOE. The Library does not receive or process applications.

*We are actively working to increase the hourly rate for this role.