PUBLIC SERVICES ASSOCIATE, PART-TIME
Westerly Library and Wilcox Park seeks a personable, public service oriented individual to work in their busy Public Services Department. Duties include checking materials in and out, issuing new library cards, assisting patrons in locating books on our shelves and reserving books through interlibrary loans, answering phones, computer assistance, and shelving materials. Additional duties may include supervising volunteers, providing computer assistance to patrons, enforcing library policy, and assisting in other library departments as needed. Must have excellent communication skills, ability to shelve books in proper alphabetical and numerical order, and possess mid-level computer skills.
Hours and Pay:
Starting rate is $16.75 per hour. 20 hours per week. Will be required to work some evenings and rotating Saturdays.
For a full job description click here. For the Employment Application, please click here.
Qualifications:
Applicant must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent. Experience in customer service preferred. Experience working in a library a plus. Flexibility regarding scheduling a plus. Westerly Library and Wilcox Park strives for a respectful and inclusive workplaces with equal employment opportunity for all and is EEOC compliant. Background check required.
Please send the completed application, a letter of intent, and resume to wlancellotta@westerlylibrary.org. Position open until filled. Qualified applicants will be contacted through email.
KIDS' LIBRARIAN
Westerly Library and Wilcox Park seeks a creative, energetic, ambitious, and dedicated full-time Kids’ Librarian to plan, direct, and implement all of the Library’s kids’ services. Working with other departments, this position will help create new and exciting kids programs and partnerships as well as develop community-wide collaborations while promoting community awareness of youth services. The Kids’ Librarian is also responsible for preparing, monitoring, and administering the Kids Room budget as well as all collection development, programs, and services as they relate to kids, parents, and teachers of the community.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• MLS/MLIS from an ALA accredited program or other appropriate degree
• Public Library experience preferred
• Experience working with young people preferred
• Keeps current with library trends and issues in Library service and technology
• Knowledge of policies, procedures and functions of library systems
This is a salaried position starting at $49,140.00 per year ($27/hour). Benefits included. Schedule will include some evenings and Saturdays. Please click here for a full job description and here for the Employment Application.
Applicants should send a resume, letter of interest, and completed application to wlancellotta@westerlylibrary.org. The position will remain open until filled. Qualified applicants will be contacted through email. Westerly Library and Wilcox Park strives for a respectful and inclusive workplace with equal employment opportunity for all and is EEOC compliant. Background check required.
A place for everyone, since 1892!
Westerly Library and Wilcox Park strives for a respectful and inclusive workplace with equal employment opportunity for all, and is EEOC compliant. We believe in empowering our staff to make meaningful contributions to the communities and patrons we serve.
We have developed a comprehensive set of employment benefit programs to supplement our employee’s regular wages. After a three month (90 day) probationary period, staff are offered the following:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 13 Paid Holidays
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Bereavement and Funeral Leave
- Professional Development
*Please note that benefits vary between full-time and part-time positions.
To apply for any of our open positions, please submit a letter of intent, resume, and employment application to: wlancellotta@westerlylibrary.org
Background checks are required for anyone offered a position within the organization. Qualified applicants will be contacted via email.
