9/9/2025 - Employment Opportunity: Part-Time Library Assistant The Town of Southbury is seeking a friendly, customer-focused individual to join the Southbury Public Library as a Part-Time Library Assistant. This position offers an opportunity to support both the Adult and Children’s Departments while helping patrons access library services and resources. Position Details: Hours: 14 per week Pay Rate: $18.13 per hour Schedule: Monday: 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM (Adult Department) Thursday: 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM (Adult Department Saturday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (Children’s Department) Responsibilities: Greet and assist patrons at the circulation desk and by phone Help patrons locate books and other materials Perform check-in/check-out and other circulation tasks using the library’s computerized system Issue library cards, renew materials, place holds, and process overdue notices Collect payments for lost or damaged items Support children’s programs and assist with library displays Guide patrons in using computers, the catalog and digital resources Provide basic reader advisory and research assistance when reference staff are unavailable Skills and Knowledge: Familiarity with library systems and classification methods Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work effectively with the public in a professional and courteous manner Basic knowledge of database systems and data entry procedures Required Qualifications: High school diploma or GED and 1-2 years of experience in administration, library services, or customer service. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered. Deadline to Apply: Deadline to submit applications is September 24, 2025. Applications: Applications are available online. A completed application and a resume should be emailed to humanresources@southbury-ct.gov or returned to the Finance Office at 501 Main Street South Southbury, CT 06488. Town of Southbury is EOE/ADA employer. For more job listings, please visit Employment Opportunities page. Archives
The Town of Southbury is seeking a friendly, customer-focused individual to join the Southbury Public Library as a Part-Time Library Assistant. This position offers an opportunity to support both the Adult and Children’s Departments while helping patrons access library services and resources.
Position Details:
Hours: 14 per week
Pay Rate: $18.13 per hour
Schedule:
Monday: 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM (Adult Department) Thursday: 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM (Adult Department Saturday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (Children’s Department)
Responsibilities:
Skills and Knowledge:
Required Qualifications:
Deadline to Apply:
Deadline to submit applications is September 24, 2025.
Applications:
Applications are available online. A completed application and a resume should be emailed to humanresources@southbury-ct.gov or returned to the Finance Office at 501 Main Street South Southbury, CT 06488.
Town of Southbury is EOE/ADA employer. For more job listings, please visit Employment Opportunities page.