Salary: $16.94 Hourly
Location : Library - Simsbury, CT
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 260702
Department: Library
Opening Date: 07/02/2026
Closing Date: 7/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Summary
Under the general supervision of the Children's Librarian and the Head of Children's Services, shelves books and other materials; processes books (stamping, security, date due slips, spine labels and protective covers); maintains shelves in proper order and neatness; cleans books and CD's; organizes magazine collection; helps with closing procedures at closing time.
This is a part-time position (3 to 12 hours per week), one evening per week plus a weekend rotation including Saturday and Sunday. There are (6) positions available.
Position Description and Job Functions
Essential Duties:
- Shelves library materials.
- Processes materials and follows and established procedures.
- Helps maintain order in the library.
ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Helps at the Circulation Desk, charging and discharging only.
- Assists patrons with loading and unloading computer games.
- Helps maintain order in the play area.
- Answers directional questions.
- Helps with special projects as needs arise.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Has skills and knowledge generally acquired through the first two years of high school.
- Demonstrates good interpersonal skills with both children and adults, in person and over the telephone.
- Understand the Dewey Decimal system.
Conditions and Qualifications
REQUIRED PHYSICAL AND MENTAL EFFORT AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
- Ability to move throughout the Library and other Town sites.
- Ability to get into and out of an automobile.
- Ability to read fine print materials.
- Ability to lift books and other materials, weighing up to twenty-five (25) pounds, from shelves ranging from 1' to 8' from the floor and return them to their proper place(s).
- Ability to work in office and public setting subject to continuous interruptions and background noises.
- Ability to sit at a desk or stand and work continuously for extended periods of time..
- Ability to carry supplies and equipment in excess of 25 pounds.
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Skills and knowledge would generally be acquired through some high school courses.
- Need to be energetic and detail oriented.
There are no benefits associated with this position.