Adult Services Assistant- Library
Adult Services Assistant- Library
Join the Town of Cohasset, a vibrant waterfront community on the South Shore, as an Adult Services Assistant at the Paul Pratt Memorial Library. We're a dynamic, collaborative team that loves what we do and takes pride in serving our community. We're looking for a motivated professional who’s ready to hit the ground running, work side-by-side with talented colleagues, and drive new ideas and positive initiatives that make a real impact. If you’re ready to bring your skills, passion, and fresh perspective to a place that values innovation and teamwork, we want to hear from you.
Position Overview: The Adult Services Assistant is supervised by the Assistant Library Director and collaborates closely with them to develop, plan, and oversee library programming for adults and all-ages audiences. The role also involves organizing special programs in collaboration with local groups as well as community outreach. The Adult Services Assistant also offers reference and tech help services when needed. Some collection development will also be required. As the PPML is a team-oriented environment, all employees are required to cover different departments, when necessary, especially on the Circulation Desk. This position requires night and weekend shifts.
Key Responsibilities:
The Adult Services Assistant supports a wide range of public service, programming, and community engagement functions. Responsibilities include planning and facilitating adult and all-ages programs, coordinating marketing efforts, and maintaining accurate program and collection budgets. The role assists with the selection and maintenance of library materials, analyzes collection data, and stays current with industry trends. Public service duties include providing reference and technology assistance, supporting passport services, offering readers’ advisory, and covering the Circulation Desk as needed. The position also fosters community connections through outreach, participates in local events, and delivers materials or welcome resources to residents. Additional responsibilities may be assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience working in a library or related public service environment; working knowledge of library practices and procedures; familiarity with library-specific and standard office computer applications; understanding of ComCat and Interlibrary Loan processes; and knowledge of state and local library policies. Strong oral and written communication skills; customer service skills; ability to use mobile devices, library applications, GSuite, and basic design or social media tools such as Canva or Library Aware.
Preferred Qualifications:
A master’s degree in library science from an ALA-accredited institution; experience in a public library setting; demonstrated skill in reference services, readers’ advisory, and adult programming; and knowledge of local, state, and national reference resources. Experience developing social media content or press releases is also preferred.
Compensation & Benefits:
This is a full-time position classified as Grade A2, with a rate of $30.85- $36.87/hr. ±. The Town of Cohasset offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package.
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The Town of Cohasset is committed to full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. The Town provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of their positions. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation in the application or selection process are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department at hr@cohassetma.gov.
The Town of Cohasset is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
All offers of employment are conditional upon the satisfactory completion of a Criminal offense record inquiry ( CORI check), pre-employment DOT physical examination, drug test & all other background checks where required.