Do you love libraries, helping people, and being part of a welcoming community space? The City of Keene’s Public Library is looking for a friendly, reliable, and detail-oriented Library Aide to join our team!
This is a part-time position (16–18 hours per week) with a consistent afternoon schedule, perfect for someone who enjoys working with the public in a dynamic environment.
Schedule:
- Monday: 3:00 PM – 6:30 PM
- Tuesday & Thursday: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 2:00 PM – 6:30 PM
- Plus, two Sunday afternoon book-drop shifts per month
What You’ll Do:
As a key member of our circulation team, you’ll be the friendly face that keeps the library running smoothly. Responsibilities include:
- Providing excellent customer service at the circulation desk
- Checking materials in and out and assisting with patron accounts
- Helping visitors find materials and use our online catalog
- Answering phones and directing inquiries
- Notifying patrons about available holds
- Shelving materials and maintaining organized collections
- Supporting opening/closing procedures and special projects
What We’re Looking For:
- A warm, approachable attitude and strong communication skills
- Ability to multitask in a busy public service setting
- Commitment to patron privacy and intellectual freedom
- Comfort with technology and willingness to learn library systems
- Dependability and attention to detail
Minimum requirements include an associate’s degree or two-year technical certificate, and at least one year of either library or customer service experience.
Pay and Benefits:
The Library Aide position offers a pay range of $20.60- $25.68 per hour. The City of Keene also offers regular part-time employees the following benefits: earned time, a retirement plan and employee discounts.
If you are excited about working with a dedicated team of employees in a library where the focus is on learning, creativity, collaboration, and community interaction, apply online today at https://keenenh.gov/jobs! Please upload your resume before submitting your completed application.
This position will open until it is filled and applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.
The City of Keene is an Equal Opportunity Employer