Part-Time Youth Services Library Page

About the role

The Hudson Public Library has been serving the community since 1867, located at 3 Washington Street. They are currently seeking a Part-Time Youth Services Library Page.

Responsibilities

• Assist with various aspects of the Youth Services Department, including public service operations, collection management, library programs, and community outreach.
• Refer the general public to appropriate service desks or departments.
• Affix with library technology and equipment (e.g., computers, printers, video game consoles, etc.).
• Affix with reader’s advisory.
• Affix with maintaining areas managed by the Youth Services Department.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Progressive experience in a service-related field or volunteer work.
• Knowledge: Basic understanding of the principles and practices of general library work, technology, and public service.
• Ability: Exercise appropriate judgment and initiative to perform duties and support department operations.
• Learn the classification system and organization for circulating library materials and collections.
• Complete assignments independently and with accuracy.
• Adhere to library procedures and policies.
• Actively contribute to decision-making.
• Interact effectively, tactfully, and courteously to maintain favorable public and staff relations.
• Engage in professional development and keep current with library trends.
• Adapt to evolving technologies and services.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills.
• Community engagement and outreach.
• Library technology and equipment usage.
• Attention to detail.
• Multi-tasking.
• Organization.
• Effective oral and written communications.

Skills

• Bilingual proficiency in Portuguese or Spanish is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting.
• Moving, carrying, and shelving library materials.
• Using fine motor skills to operate computers and office equipment.
• Lifting and moving items weighing up to 35 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Communicating effectively in person and by telephone.
• Reading printed and digital materials and adjusting visual focus as needed.

Pay

$16.08 per hour

Schedule

Approximately 10 hours per week on average.

Benefits

This is a part-time, non-union, non-benefited position.

Contact Information

To apply, interested applicants should submit the following via email:

• Subject Line: Youth Services Library Page Position
• Town of Hudson Employment Application (https://www.townofhudson.org/DocumentCenter/View/2347/Application-for-Employment-PDF)
• Cover Letter
• Résumé

Email Materials To: Lisa Aucoin, Assistant Library Director at laucoin@cwmars.org