LIBRARY ASSISTANT - READERS’ SERVICES DEPARTMENT
WESTWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
The Westwood Public Library seeks an organized and community-focused individual for the position of Library Assistant. The ideal candidate will be a collegial and energetic team player who thrives in a busy environment. This position performs administrative and technical work in coordinating library materials and provides customer service for the Circulation desk under our Readers’ Services Department at both the Main Library and Islington Branch.
Duties include but are not limited to the following: Ensures a positive library experience for patrons by providing service in a courteous, confidential, knowledgeable, and effective manner. Acquires print and non-print materials through network procedures. Uses automated network acquisition software; obtains bibliographic records for some materials; monitors status of all orders and informs librarians of status. Responsible for entry level administrative work and processing of new materials, including cataloging, affixing barcodes, spine labels and covering books. Performs circulation duties, including registering and processing library cards for patrons. Frequently assists with automated returns and self-checkouts of materials; shelves returned items. Assists patrons at Circulation Desk and by phone with account questions and with reserving museums passes through an online reservation system. Provides general information and direction as needed to our patrons and resolves patron service concerns with courtesy and tact. Also includes daily lifting and/or moving objects weighing up to 50 pounds such as books, equipment and supplies.
Minimum Qualifications and Experience: Associate degree; strong computer skills. Ability to provide effective and friendly service to all library users. Strong organizational talents essential. One to two years of experience in library automation procedures preferred.
Salary and Benefits: This is a part-time, 20-hour per week position with a starting hourly rate of $28.87. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package and paid leave time.
Schedule of Hours:
The schedule will include one evening per week as well as a weekend rotation.
To Apply: Please submit cover letter and resume by September 17, 2025.
The Town of Westwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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