Job description

Circulation Desk Staff

Where: Starr Library is a small public library and the oldest member of the Mid-Hudson Library System, serving the town and village of Rhinebeck with a population of around 8,000. We offer a collection of high-demand materials, a variety of high-quality programs, state of the art technology, e-resources, and more.

Location: Rhinebeck, NY

Pay: PT, $19/hr

Job Description

Starr Library is seeking a warm, friendly, customer-service oriented person for a part-time position of 16 to 20 hours a week. Hours may vary but a typical week would include daytime hours on Friday, Saturday, and Monday, with the possibility of additional hours. Candidates must be comfortable using computers: work will involve extensive use of library software, plus Google Workspace and Microsoft Office. We are looking for a reliable team member with a collaborative, open spirit, flexibility, patience, good judgment, and a sense of humor. Must be able to work quickly, accurately, and independently or with a team.

Responsibilities include: greeting patrons; checking library materials in and out; issuing library cards; answering questions regarding library information, materials, programs, and services; helping patrons with printing and basic computer troubleshooting; and operating a variety of standard office machines. Works under the general supervision of the Director, Assistant Director, and Adult Services Librarian.

This position involves standing, sitting, bending, stooping, light lifting, answering the phone, interacting with patrons in person, computer data entry, alphabetizing, and basic math calculations. Reasonable accommodations will be made if needed. Proof of Covid-19 vaccinations is expected. A love of reading is a plus!

Please send a cover letter and resume explaining why you would like to work for our library and how your experience is relevant to the position.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Rhinebeck, NY 12572: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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