Bookmobile Library Aide Part Time Position Available In Middlesex, Massachusetts

Bookmobile Library Aide Part Time City Of Lowell Lowell, MA 01852 CITY

OF LOWELL

Pollard Memorial Library Bookmobile Library Aide –

Part-Time Job Title:

Bookmobile Library Aide – Part-Time (2500-J#6589, 3986)

Department:

Pollard Memorial Library Reports To:

Library Director; Assistant Director; Coordinator of Community Planning, and Bookmobile Librarian.

Salary:

$20.00 per hour. Grant-funded position.

Work Schedule:

Up to 19 hours weekly, may include evenings and weekends.

FLSA Status:

Exempt

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Works under the direction of the Coordinator of Community Planning and the Bookmobile Librarian. Assignment to Bookmobile to process materials and assist with outreach activities. Loads and unloads book trucks on the outreach vehicle and drives vehicle to outreach facilities. Performance of all circulation-related tasks in the bookmobile and/or library. Delivers books to homebound patrons. Shelving and maintaining order of all library materials. Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Commitment to serving a diverse urban population required. • Knowledge of computers and database entry preferred. • Valid driver’s license with good driving history.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Applicants with skills in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Khmer and other languages present in Lowell encouraged to apply. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondences and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to library patrons

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Valid driver’s license with good driving history.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, step up into vehicle; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock (outlets). The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The City of Lowell is a smoke and drug free employer and requires a physical with drug screen and CORI, post offer. Qualified individuals should apply by the deadline of by submitting application/resume with cover letter using the City of Lowell job opportunities online portal: https://cityoflowellma.munisselfservice.com/ess/employmentopportunities/default.aspx The City is committed to encouraging diversity and inclusion through equitable opportunities for all community members. The aim is for our workforce, including contractors, to be truly representative of all sections of society and our community, and for each team member to feel respected while fostering belonging. The City of Lowell assures that every individual shall have equal access to all City employment opportunities. The City is all-inclusive and no person shall be denied equal access because of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, military service, or physical/mental disability.

EOE/AA/504

Employer Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$20.00 per hour Expected hours: 19 per week

Work Location:

In person