Library Assistant II - Substitute Pool

• Job Description** Berkshire Athenaeum, Pittsfield\'s Public Library,
  
  

is seeking substitute part-time assistants in the Adult Circulation

Department. These individuals will provide assistance and instruction at

the Adult Circulation Desk and will be cross-trained to perform grade

appropriate tasks in other library departments. **HOURS AVAILABLE:**

Training will consist of approximately fifteen (15) hours per week;

thereafter, hours may fluctuate from zero to nineteen hours per week and

include day, evening, and weekend hours, depending on departmental

needs. **Deadline to Apply: August, 7, 2026** **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 is required, with some college or technical school course work

desired, or one year of related experience and/or training or an

Equivalent Combination Of Education And Experience - Computer Skills

including use of mouse and touchpad; basic internet searching; and the

steps involved in simple computer use, including logging in, saving,

printing, troubleshooting, etc. - Familiarity with the library\'s online

catalog and basic circulation functions or aptitude for being trained in

its use - Demonstrated problem-solving skills - Demonstrated patience

and skill in dealing with children and the general public