Job Description

Berkshire Athenaeum, Pittsfield’s Public Library, is seeking a part-time assistant in the Youth Services Department. These individuals will provide assistance and instruction at the Children’s Services Desk and will be cross-trained to perform grade appropriate tasks in other library departments.

HOURS AVAILABLE: The hours for these part-time positions may fluctuate from zero to nineteen hours per week, but for planning purposes are estimated at 8 hours/week: Tuesdays & Fridays, 9am-1pm.

Deadline for Priority Consideration: August 21, 2023

Responsibilities

• Provides public desk coverage as applicable, including assisting library users in answering reference questions of lower to moderate complexity, assisting patrons locating and using department materials and equipment, and maintaining public discipline and decorum
• Prepares overdue and lost lists for mailing
• Assists with program planning and execution
• Assists with and instructs in use of the public computer reservation system, the public computer printing system, and the scanning service
• Assists with and instructs in searching the library online catalog and placing holds
• Circulates library technology items and assists in accessing the library WiFi service
• Performs other special projects as assigned, both one-time and ongoing

Qualifications

• A high school diploma (or equivalent) is required with some college or technical school course work desired; or one year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents and to apply problem-solving abilities to appropriate circumstances, routinely addressing complaints and resolving problems while maintaining public discipline and decorum.
• Proficient in the use of computers
• Willingness to learn new technology and other skills
• Must have a commitment to making positive connections with the community

Company Description

The City of Pittsfield is the cultural, commercial, legal, and medical center of the Berkshires – a region renowned for its wonderful people, outstanding standard of living, beautiful landscapes, and the finest in cultural and recreational attractions.

We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed to promoting a multicultural work force, excellence in public service, and on-going mutual respect in our working relationships. Minorities are encouraged to apply.

We strongly encourage people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and people from other underrepresented groups to apply for our open positions - recognizing and respecting that diverse perspectives and experiences are valuable to our team and essential to our public service.

Benefits

• Direct Deposit
• Free Permitted Parking
• Holiday Pay
• Vacation / Sick Time (Generic Leave)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Foreign Language Incentive Pay
• Opportunities for Professional Development
• Berkshire Athenaeum Employees Association Collective Bargaining unit