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Administrative Assistant – Ilsley Public Library (Middlebury, VT)

Description 

Ilsley is seeking an enthusiastic Administrative Assistant. This position performs a variety of general office clerical and administrative support tasks, including providing administrative support to the library Director, budget and payroll management, and office records management. This position also carries out select library duties, including taking shifts on the public service desk. Should the selected candidate have an interest in and aptitude for librarianship, there is considerable opportunity to take on additional library duties. This position is perfect for someone with strong administrative experience that is interested in learning more about libraries and exploring a career in librarianship. It would also be a good opportunity for current library professionals considering a move to library leadership roles; the selected candidate will become intimately familiar with library management and administration, gaining a bird’s eye view of how a library functions. Experience in libraries is not required, and the library will provide support to the chosen candidate to pursue a Certificate in Librarianship, should they choose to do so.

About the Ilsley Public Library 

Established in 1848, Ilsley Public Library serves Middlebury, Vermont and its surrounding towns with a staff of four professional librarians, eight staff members, and many dedicated substitutes, work study students, and volunteers. The library’s staff is its greatest asset, and as such continual professional development is expected and supported. They library’s collection consists of more than 50,000 physical items with an annual circulation of over 130,000 and a total operating budget of over $700,000. It is consistently ranked among the top public libraries in the state for its high program attendance and overall number of visits. Ilsley also administers a branch library, the Sarah Partridge Library, which serves East Middlebury. Ilsley works in close collaboration with Middlebury Community Television, Middlebury College, town government, area schools, and a variety of business and not-for-profit community partners.

Salary and Benefits 

The established salary range for this position is $38,000-$42,000, commensurate with experience. This is a full-time union position (40 hrs/wk), and provides a comprehensive benefits package.

Application 

A full description of the position can be found at https://www.ilsleypubliclibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Library-Assistant-Administration-and-Circulation-9.19.2022.pdf. Please email a cover letter and resume to dana.hart@ilsleypubliclibrary.org. First review of applications will begin October 10. The anticipated start date will be October 31.

– Posted 9/22/22

Circulation Assistant – Aldrich Library (Barre, VT)

Aldrich Public Library is hiring!

Located in Central Vermont, Aldrich Library serves the communities of Barre City and Barre Town at two locations. Our historic Barre City building houses a collection of over 60,000 titles and accommodates over 70,000 visitors annually.

We are currently seeking a friendly and service-oriented Circulation Assistant. The Circulation Assistant works with a team of librarians and the circulation team to connect patrons to literature and information in various mediums. See the attached job description for more information.

This position will work 30 hours per week, including some evenings and rotating Saturdays.  Rate of pay will start at $15.90 per hour with additional benefits including paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, and health insurance.

Visit www.aldrichpubliclibrary.org/get-involved for more information, or email resume and cover letter to AldrichDirector@gmail.com.

– Posted 9/8/22

Library Assistant – Exeter Public Library (Exeter, NH)

Exeter, NH (PT with possibility of FT) Exeter Public Library seeks an individual dedicated to enthusiastically serving people of all ages as a part time Library Assistant. The Library Assistant must be over the age of 18, have a BA or a BS from an accredited college or university, or comparable work experience including a minimum of one (1) year experience working with the public. The Library Assistant must understand and be able to use the Dewey Decimal Classification for shelving and circulation, be able to use a computer and pertinent programs, work at a desk thirty-two (32) to thirty-six (36) inches high, carry armloads of books, and reach all shelves with or without the aide of a stepstool. Night and weekend availability required. Email Library Director Hope Godino at  deweyexeter1@comcast.net with resume and cover letter or for further information.

– Posted 9/1/22

Library Assistant – Cavendish Fletcher Community Library (Cavendish, VT)

The Cavendish Fletcher Community Library is seeking a part-time Library Assistant who has a love of reading for 18 hours per week.

…Standard Schedule: 12 to 6 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday.

…Extra 2 hours for Everybody Eats Program on Wednesdays from 10 to 12 until expected end of program in March 2023.

…Extra hours to cover librarian’s vacation/sick days.

The Cavendish Library is a unique municipal library that operates as a library for the Town of Cavendish community and a part-time school library for the Cavendish Town Elementary School.

Cavendish is a small rural town with a population of 1,400 located on Route 131 twenty miles from Claremont, New Hampshire, and three miles from Okemo Mountain Resort in Ludlow, Vermont.  The Cavendish Town Elementary is a K-6 school with 80 students and is attached to the library.

Responsibilities:

  • Present a welcoming attitude to all patrons in a non-judgmental and respectful manner.
  • Assist/advise people on how to locate library materials and how to use the library computers and online resources.
  • Set up new patrons, check items in and out via computer.
  • Use of discretion regarding patron privacy.
  • Process and maintain the library materials.
  • Organize and reshelve returned items.
  • Collaborate with librarian in using various social media platforms to promote library activities/programs to the public.
  • Support librarian and participate in various library events.
  • Examine material on shelves to verify accuracy of placement.
  • Identify material in need of repair/replacement.

Other Skills and Experience: 

Familiarity with computers (google suite and website maintenance), clerical skills, interpersonal and phone skills, ability to communicate clearly.

Required:

  • High school diploma.
  • Background check.

Preferred:

  • Library experience.
  • Experience working with children and working in a school environment.

Salary Range: 

Hourly Position – $17 per hour. Benefits:  Sick Leave

Send Resume to Peggy Svec at cavendishlibrary573@gmail.com

– Posted 8/16/22

Library Assistant – Georgia Public Library (Georgia, VT)

Georgia Public Library is accepting applications for a Library Assistant.  

Do you love books? Are you warm, detail-oriented, and flexible? Do you have good customer service skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite? Georgia Public Library needs a personable bookworm to be responsible for shelving, and checking books in and out for patrons.

24 hours per week. Some evenings required. Starting pay $14.00/hour.  

Send cover letter and resume to Librarydirector@townofgeorgia.com  Deadline: August 5, 2022.

Library Assistant: Programming and Interlibrary Loan*

  • Interlibrary Loans: Process CLOVER & KOHA loan requests in a timely fashion, maintaining all necessary data. This includes Large Print materials from Central Collection.
  • Data Collection: Create Spreadsheets and maintain accurate statistics for all aspects of library operations, including but not necessarily limited to- patron visits, computer use, programming (passive and active), interlibrary loan, etc.
  • Programming & Promotion: Gather ideas regarding programming. Schedule & enact a variety of passive and active programming for both adults and youth, coordinate Summer Reading Program including finding & coordinating volunteer assistance, maintain white board, create monthly paper calendar, update outdoor sign regularly, & use social media channels to maintain excitement & awareness about the library.
  • Storytime Liaison:
  • Offer weekly developmentally appropriate storytime.
  • Storytime will include: books, crafts, songs, finger rhymes and opportunities to practice school readiness skills: sharing, taking turns, speaking to other children and adults, attending to books in a group setting.
  • Act as a resource to community services

* Position responsibilities will also include:

  • Patron services: check books in and out, answer reference and computer questions, provide assistance accessing ListenUp! VT and VT Online Learning, hoopla and  provide reader advisory when sought
  • Answer the phone and respond to phone messages promptly
  • Schedule Community Room
  • Shelve materials accurately
  • Shelf read
  • Maintain cleanliness and order in the library
  • Maintain patron records, including issuing library cards and necessary updates
  • Follow opening and closing procedures
  • Other duties as assigned

Part-Time Evening/Weekend Circulation Assistant – MCLA, (North Adams, MA)

Freel Library at the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts in North Adams, MA seeks an engaged and service-oriented part-time Circulation Assistant. This part-time position provides general library assistance to students, faculty, and staff during weekend and/or evening hours, including circulation, reserves, basic information services, and building operations, and actively participates in creating a welcoming atmosphere for MCLA’s diverse community of learners. Start date in September. Part-time, academic calendar position (12-20 hours per week, 30 weeks/year, September-May). Schedule includes at least one weekend day (noon-6 p.m.)  as well as additional weekend and/or weeknight hours. Flexibility to cover evening/weekend staff absences is desirable. For a full position description and to apply, please visit http://mcla.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=149889

– Posted 7/8/22

Circulation Assistant – Howe Library (Hanover, NH)

The Howe Library is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Circulation Assistant.

SALARY: $19.26 Hourly OPENING DATE: 07/01/22 CLOSING DATE: 07/22/22 05:00 PM

The Howe Library is recruiting for a part-time Circulation Assistant. Position is 15 hours per week and non-benefited. Some weekend and evening work required.

Job duties include checking books in and out at the circulation desk using the library’s automated system, shelving books, and performing clerical tasks. Candidates must be committed to providing excellent customer service to library patrons. A complete job description (including minimum qualifications) is available here (Download PDF reader).

Candidates must submit job application and any supporting documents via the Town  of Hanover’s online recruiting system. No paper materials accepted.  For further details on how to apply, please visit “Employment” at www.hanovernh.org. All job offers contingent on background check with results satisfactory to the Town.

– Posted 7/5/22

Part-Time Reference Assistant – Howe Library (Hanover, NH)

The Howe Library is recruiting for a part-time Reference Assistant to assist and provide information services to library patrons at the reference desk. This is a 10 hour per week non-benefited position. Some weekend and evening work required. Starting rate $23.68 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience. A complete job description (including minimum qualifications) is available here.

Applications must be submitted through the Town of Hanover’s online recruiting system. For instructions, please visit www.hanovernh.org and select Employment. All job offers contingent on outcome of background check. The Town of Hanover is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

– Posted 6/2/22

Librarian – Russell Memorial Library (Monkton, VT)

Russell Memorial Library is looking for friendly, book-loving folks to join our staff! Pay starts at $15.40 per hour with shifts of roughly four hours per week. Time of week is negotiable- while the kids are in school!- and more hours may be available. We are happy to train you from zero, just bring an open mind, good customer service, and a love of books. Contact us at russellmemlibrary@gmail.com or 453-4471.

– Posted 5/26/22