JOB OPPORTUNITY: L2 Circulation Assistant - Worcester Public Library

[Peggy Lelievre]

Good afternoon –

 

The Worcester Public Library has an exciting opportunity to join our Circulation team as an L2 Circulation Assistant! This is a full-time position with excellent benefits with the City of Worcester.

 

Salary

 

$22.26 - $26.81 hourly based on experience

 

Description

 

This is a paraprofessional position under the direction of the Manager of Circulation Services. The Circulation Assistant assists with planning and organizing activities; performs circulation and clerical/administrative work; assists patrons in the use of the library services, facilities and equipment; and interprets library policies to patrons.  This position involves all operations related to circulation of library materials while delivering an excellent customer service experience.  The ideal person in this position will possess excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills and have experience working with diverse populations in an urban community.  Schedule will include evenings and weekend hours and working at other locations.

 

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

 

For a full job description please visit: www.mywpl.org/jobs-wpl

 

Minimum Requirements

 

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Data entry experience and/or community public service work, such as library, bookstore, or equivalent
• Ability to successfully pass CORI/SORI
• Reliable transportation to travel between locations

 

Preferred Qualifications

 

• One (1) year of supervisory experience
• One (1) year of data entry experience and/or community public service work, such as library, bookstore, or equivalent. Specific courses that have hands-on experience may be substituted for work experience
• One (1) year customer service experience
• Experience working with a diverse population

 

To apply, please visit: www.worcesterma.gov/employment or send resume and cover letter on or before: OPEN UNTIL FILLED, applications received prior to or on MAY 15, 2026, will receive preference. Preference is given to Worcester residents. To: City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. Preference given to Worcester Residents. The City of Worcester is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Direct inquiries to: City Hall Human Resources, 508-799-1030, Hir...@Worcesterma.gov

 

Thank you,

 

          Peggy Lelievre, Human Resources & Development Manager (she,her)
                     Worcester Public Library  | 3 Salem Square  |  Worcester, MA  01608 

                     (phone) 508-799-1655  Ext. 35706 | (fax) 508-799-1685