Mansfield Public Library

Part Time Substitute Library Technician

Description:

On-call postion.  Must be able to work weekdays, weeknights and Saturdays as needed.  9 hours per week
maximum.
Under the supervision of the Circulation supervisor, performs responsible and varied paraprofessional,
technical, and clerical work in the area of circulation services.  Also assists patrons in the use of library
services, equipment, and facilities.
Essential Duties
·         Attends the circulation desk including charging, discharging, and renewing library materials;
registering and re-registering patrons; receiving and processing reserves and system-level hold requests;
routing interlibrary loan requests; collecting and recording fines and fees.
·         Assists patrons in locating library materials and instructs patrons in use of library equipment such
as online catalog, scanner, copier and printer.
·          Responds to requests for information pertaining to basic library procedures; receives orders for
reserve books and schedules museum pass reservations, in person and on the telephone; answers the
telephone, transfers calls, takes and relays messages. 
·         Processes reserve book requests; determines availability, searches shelves, places holds, notifies
patrons and prepares holds for patron pick up; processes network transfer requests on a daily basis for
items requested by other libraries in the Sails Library Network; prints send-item list; searches shelves;
routes items to appropriate library.
·         Works with staff and volunteers to shelve, shelf-read, and shift in the stacks.

Qualifications: 

High School Graduate or the equivalent
Experience working with the public required
Computer experience is a must
 
Required Competencies
Ability to interact courteously and effectively with the public and with other staff

Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing
Ability to handle a great many details, some simultaneously, with accuracy
Ability to word process and type with reasonable speed and accuracy
Ability to work as a team member, have excellent communication skills and be self-motivated
Knowledge of library policies and procedures, including automated circulation systems and information
technology.
Broad knowledge of literature
Physical Requirements
·        Moderate physical effort is required to perform duties under typical library conditions.  Duties
require extensive standing, push loaded book carts, reach with hands and arms, and operate equipment.
·        Vision requirements include the ability to read routine documents and use a computer.

Education Required: High School Graduate or the equivalent

Salary: $15.32 per hour. No town benefits.

Closing Date: July 15, 2019

Contact Information: 

Applications are available at the library. Please send your application, resume, and a cover letter to
Catherine Coyne, Library Director. Send via email to ccoyne@sailsinc.org or mail to Catherine Coyne,
Library Director, Mansfield Public Library, 255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA 02048.

Mansfield Public Library

Part Time Library Technician (Circulation and Youth Room)

Description:

Under the direct supervision of the Youth Services Librarian

Essential duties

·        Answering patron reference questions and fielding phone calls for children’s room

·        Assisting with long-term projects such as weeding and summer program planning

·        Preparing and setting up crafts for story times

·        Conducting story times as needed

·        General maintenance of children’s room and collection

Under the immediate supervision of the Circulation supervisor, performs responsible and varied
paraprofessional, technical, and clerical work in the area of circulation services. Also assists patrons in the
use of library services, equipment, and facilities.

Essential Duties

·         Attends the circulation desk including charging, discharging, and renewing library materials;
registering and re-registering patrons; receiving and processing reserves and system-level hold requests;
routing interlibrary loan requests; collecting and recording fines and fees.

·         Assists patrons in locating library materials and instructs patrons in use of library equipment such
as online catalog, scanner, copier and printer.

·          Responds to requests for information pertaining to basic library procedures; receives orders for
reserve books and schedules museum pass reservations, in person and on the telephone; answers the
telephone, transfers calls, takes and relays messages. 

·         Processes reserve book requests; determines availability, searches shelves, places holds, notifies
patrons and prepares holds for patron pick up; processes network transfer requests on a daily basis for
items requested by other libraries in the Sails Library Network; prints send-item list; searches shelves;
routes items to appropriate library.

·         Works with staff and volunteers to shelve, shelf-read, and shift in the stacks

Hours

16 hours including one evening per week, one Saturday per month (9 – 4) and one fifth Saturday per
year.

Qualifications: 

High School Graduate or the equivalent

· Experience working with the public required

· Computer experience is a must

Required Competencies

Experience with children and knowledge of children's literature is essential

Ability to interact courteously and effectively with the public and with other staff

Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing

Ability to handle a great many details, some simultaneously, with accuracy

Ability to word process and type with reasonable speed and accuracy

Ability to work as a team member, have excellent communication skills and be self-motivated

Knowledge of library policies and procedures, including automated circulation systems and information
technology

Broad knowledge of literature.

Physical Requirements

 · Moderate physical effort is required to perform duties under typical library conditions. Duties require
extensive standing, push loaded book carts, reach with hands and arms, and operate equipment.

· Vision requirements include the ability to read routine documents and use a computer.

Education Required: High School Graduate or the equivalent

Salary: $15.32 per hour. No town benefits.

Closing Date: June 14, 2019

Contact Information: 

Applications are available at the library. Please send your application, resume, and a cover letter to
Catherine Coyne, Library Director. Send via email to ccoyne@sailsinc.org or mail to Catherine Coyne,
Library Director, Mansfield Public Library, 255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA 02048.

Mansfield Public Library

Part Time Library Technician (Circulation)

Description:

Under the supervision of the Circulation supervisor, performs responsible and varied paraprofessional,
technical, and clerical work in the area of circulation services.  Also assists patrons in the use of library
services, equipment, and facilities.

Essential Duties

·         Attends the circulation desk including charging, discharging, and renewing library materials;
registering and re-registering patrons; receiving and processing reserves and system-level hold requests;
routing interlibrary loan requests; collecting and recording fines and fees.

·         Assists patrons in locating library materials and instructs patrons in use of library equipment such
as online catalog, scanner, copier and printer.

·          Responds to requests for information pertaining to basic library procedures; receives orders for
reserve books and schedules museum pass reservations, in person and on the telephone; answers the
telephone, transfers calls, takes and relays messages. 

·         Processes reserve book requests; determines availability, searches shelves, places holds, notifies
patrons and prepares holds for patron pick up; processes network transfer requests on a daily basis for
items requested by other libraries in the Sails Library Network; prints send-item list; searches shelves;
routes items to appropriate library.

·         Works with staff and volunteers to shelve, shelf-read, and shift in the stacks.

Physical Requirements

·        Moderate physical effort is required to perform duties under typical library conditions.  Duties
require extensive standing, push loaded book carts, reach with hands and arms, and operate equipment.

Vision requirements include the ability to read routine documents and use a computer.

Qualifications: 

High School Graduate or the equivalent
Experience working with the public required
Computer experience is a must

Required Competencies

Ability to interact courteously and effectively with the public and with other staff
Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing
Ability to handle a great many details, some simultaneously, with accuracy
Ability to word process and type with reasonable speed and accuracy
Ability to work as a team member, have excellent communication skills and be self-motivated
Knowledge of library policies and procedures, including automated circulation systems and information
technology.
Broad knowledge of literature

Education Required: High School Graduate or the equivalent

Salary: $15.32 per hour. No town benefits.

Closing Date: July 15, 2019

Contact Information: 

Applications are available at the library. Please send your application, resume, and a cover letter to
Catherine Coyne, Library Director. Send via email to ccoyne@sailsinc.org or mail to Catherine Coyne,
Library Director, Mansfield Public Library, 255 Hope St., Mansfield, MA 02048.

Mattapoisett Public Library

Full Time Adult Services/Reference Librarian

Description:

The Town of Mattapoisett seeks a community-focused, energetic, and friendly professional for the position of full-time Adult Services/Reference Librarian at the busy Mattapoisett Free Public Library. This 35 hour per week position requires one evening and Saturday hours.
Under the supervision of the Library Director, and in cooperation with other staff, the Adult Services/Reference Librarian manages all aspects of adult and young adult services including collection development, technology maintenance and training, reference and readers advisory for adults and teens, and programming as needed.
The position requires a high degree of initiative, independence, and the judgment to bring unusual situations and policy questions to the Library Director for resolution. This librarian may supervise other staff and volunteers who assist in the adult services department.
Examples of duties include, but are not limited to:
Responsible for all reference work including collection development and collection maintenance. Provides bibliographic instruction. Provides reference assistance and reader’s advisory services to the public and assists staff in developing these skills. Assists patrons and town staff in finding local information and materials in all formats. Assists the public with genealogy and local history requests.
Assists other staff with SAILS automated network upgrades and new products. Manages updates to staff computers including security software.
Assists with the management of PCs, tablets, laptops, and printers. Troubleshoots patron and staff computer and printer issues. Offers computer and device training for patrons and staff, both one-on-one and in groups.
Staffs the adult circulation desk in cooperation with other library staff. Renders assistance with circulation, explaining library procedures, policies and best practices. Empties book drop, opens and closes the library at times, performs all regular circulation functions when needed, including interlibrary loan functions.
Maintains the library’s subscriptions to museum passes and manages the circulation software for patrons to reserve and check out passes.
Oversees the Special Collections with the Library Director. May process donations in keeping with best archival practices.
Collaborates with local school librarians and the staff of community organizations.
Responsible for planning and promoting programs for adults and teens, including emerging technologies workshops.

Qualifications: 

Masters in Library Sciences from an American Library Association-accredited institution, or the equivalent combination of education, experience and training. Bachelor’s degree required and at least three years of experience and training in a public library setting that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must demonstrates knowledge of current trends in public library service, library networks, reader’s advisory services, and emerging technologies such as 3D printing.
The ability to communicate discreetly, effectively, and pleasantly is a high priority. Demonstrated excellent customer services skills required. Strong background in automated library networks, SIRSI Dynix preferred. Experience promoting library services and programs using a variety of means including social media needed. Must possess strong written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated ability to assume responsibility and work collegially. The library functions as a strong team to provide the best library services possible to users of all ages and abilities.
The successful applicant must complete a physical examination, CORI and a drug screening for the Town of Mattapoisett before the appointment is made.

Education Required: MLIS from ALA-accredited institution

Salary: $41,000 – $45,000 depending on education and demonstrated experience. Benefits are offered with this full-time union position.

Contact Information: 

Send cover letter, resume, and three references to Susan Pizzolato, Library Director, Mattapoisett Free Public Library, P. O. Box 475, Mattapoisett, MA 02739
spizzolato@sailsinc.org

Managing your message board comes down to managing how much time you have to spend. However, here’s a list of suggestions to act a guide to your library of growing slides.

Slides to lavish time on:

Holiday Closings, Welcome/Hours, Friends of the Library 

These slides can be made ahead and yes, spend as much time as you can allow to make them attractive. You and your patrons will be seeing them for several years and once completed can be filed away in a Holidays folder. All you will need to do is dust them off, insert the current dates and burn a new MP4.

Slides to create a seasonal template:

On-Going Policies, Museum Passes

Create 1 template and retype monthly:

Monthly Public Activities, Meetings, Book groups

The time spent on these will be to create the first template, then retype information accordingly.