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 (7-10 hours per week) with a consistent afternoon schedule, perfect for someone who enjoys working with the public in a dynamic environment.
Schedule:
- Tuesdays & Thursdays: 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM
- Saturday: 12:30 PM- 3:30 PM (only 1st Saturday of the month)
- Plus, an occasional Sunday afternoon or holiday book-drop shift
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 $21.21- $26.43 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.
Job Description: Library Aide
The City of Keene is an Equal Opportunity Employer