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City of Norwalk, CT

City of Norwalk, CT is hiring: Adult Services Library Assistant (Part-Time) in N

City of Norwalk, CT, Norwalk, CT, United States, 06860

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Salary: $19.00 Hourly
Location : City of Norwalk, CT
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 8315-01-2025
Department: Library
Opening Date: 02/20/2025
Closing Date: 3/13/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: Non Standard

Description of Work

Position Definition:This position requires a creative and technology savvy team player who works under the direct supervision of the department Supervisor, but may also report to department librarians as directed by the Supervisor, to perform a variety of duties at the adult reference desk and in the history room, in addition to a variety of non-public duties that affect the quality of services provided to the public.

Example of Duties:
  • Ability to work at a busy reference desk to answer basic reference questions.
  • Ability to successfully promote adult programs and conduct outreaches services.
  • Assists with programming for adults.
  • Assists with collection development and reader's advisory using indexes, bibliographies and other sources.
  • Assists the public in using the public computers to access the public catalog, Internet and databases.
  • Provides general technical support, self-service resources (photocopiers, printers, computers, software applications, online registration and placing holds on items).
  • Assists with simple maintenance and basic troubleshooting of: computers, printers, and photocopiers.
  • Assists with Adult Services flyers, press releases, emails, calendars, newsletters, and website.
  • Assist with community group tours, book clubs, and database, technology and 3D printer training classes.
  • Attend reference training and other educational programs as they become available.
  • Establishes priorities in performance of assigned duties and reports accomplished tasks to Supervisor.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not all-inclusive of every task and responsibility.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to acquire a working knowledge of professional library methods, reference resources and practices, regulations and procedures pertaining to library responsibilities; knowledge of books, authors and reader's interests; skill in understanding and using computer applications; skill in applying library research methods and practices; ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision; ability to communicate effectively in written and oral expression; ability to deal with the public in a professional and courteous manner; knowledge of and experience with PCs, LANs and the Internet; maintains confidentiality of library users' records; works in other areas of the library as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years post-secondary education is required. Applicant must be proficient in the Microsoft Office Package and interested in learning new technologies. Two years of work experience in a public library is a plus.
Special Licenses/Certifications AND/OR Supplemental Information

Hours: Up to 19.5 hrs/wk.
Dept.: Library
Beginning pay rate: $19/hr
The City of Norwalk is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employeer
This position is not eligible for benefits.