Town of Weston Connecticut
Job Title: Technical Assistant- PT
Filing Date Deadline: Post Until Filled
Hours of Work: Wednesdays 1pm – 7pm; Thursdays 1pm – 7pm; Fridays 1pm – 5pm
Starting Salary: Promotional Rate is $25.00 per hour with no benefits.
Overall Responsibilities Include:
- Oversight of Library’s Makerspace including the relevant equipment;
- Train and assist patrons of all ages in the Makerspace with a variety of equipment and software including Prusa 3D printers, PrusaSlicer, Cricut, photo scanning, the Adobe Creative Suite, etc.;
- Develops and executes technology-related programming for all ages and provides assistance with scheduled programming;
- Maintains equipment and software for the Makerspace;
- Evaluates new technology and equipment for incorporation into the Makerspace;
- Manages and develops the Library’s social media and online presence including marketing programs;
- Oversees weekend Library Assistants and volunteers, assigning tasks as time permits;
- Performs opening and closing responsibilities, as scheduled;
- Assists patrons at the Circulation Desk, as scheduled;
- Circulates books and other library materials using manual and/or automated systems;
- Performs a wide variety of basic routine clerical duties in facilitating library services;
- Sorts, stacks, shifts and shelves books, periodicals and other library materials;
- May check in books and other library materials;
- Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field, or any experience and training that could reasonably be expected to provide the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above. Previous public library experience preferred, or coursework completed toward MLS or LTA certification.
How To Apply: For those who wish to apply for this position must email a cover letter of application and resume to ssantana@westonct.gov
Any questions on the position opening or minimum qualifications must be directed to the Human Resources Manager.
