Library Assistant-Bacon Free Library (Part - Time)

About the role

The Bacon Free Library is accepting applications for a Library Assistant position. The Bacon Free Library is a library with strong community support in the town of Natick. This position helps patrons access library services in-person and over the phone.

The successful candidate will have a strong customer service background with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be detail oriented, and possess the ability to work well in a team environment. Previous library experience, bilingual abilities, and knowledge of Sierra ILS software is preferred, but not required.

The Bacon Free Library values diversity in backgrounds and experiences, and the library’s leadership team is committed to an empathetic and supportive work environment for all employees. The Library is deliberate and self-reflective about the team we are building, and we are seeking folks who are not only strong in their own aptitudes but care deeply about supporting the growth of the Natick community.

Responsibilities

This position helps patrons access library services in-person and over the phone.

Requirements

The successful candidate will have a strong customer service background with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be detail oriented, and possess the ability to work well in a team environment. Previous library experience, bilingual abilities, and knowledge of Sierra ILS software is preferred, but not required.

Qualifications

A strong customer service background with excellent communication and interpersonal skills is required. Detail oriented and ability to work well in a team environment is also necessary.

Skills

• Strong customer service background
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail oriented
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Previous library experience (preferred)
• Bilingual abilities (preferred)
• Knowledge of Sierra ILS software (preferred)

Pay

The hiring pay for this position is $17.50/hr-$19/hr.

Schedule

This is a part-time, non-benefited position (up to 19 hours per week.) The current schedule for this position is Tuesday 2:30pm-7:00pm, Friday 9:30am-5:30pm, and Saturday (Sept-June) 9:30am-1:30pm. The library is closed on Saturdays in July and August.