Job Openings

 Current Job Postings

You can come into the library to pick up a job application from the Customer Service Desk, or you can download and print a copy here.
Your application must be filled out by hand, not typed, and brought to the library to be considered for a position.

All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.

Customer Service Associate

Job Description:

Reports To: Reports to Customer Service
Coordinator/Assistant Customer Service Coordinator)
Dept.: Customer Service
Classification: Non-Exempt, Part-Time

Salary:

$14.74 an hour

Hours:

18 hours a week, weekend availability a must.

General Summary:

The Customer Service Associate helps assist our patrons,
including greeting and directing, registering and renewing library cards, checking-out and returning collection items, sorting books, DVDS, and CDs, answering brief reference questions, and a variety of other tasks associated with a busy circulation
desk.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to understand and carry out instructions.
  • Ability to follow the Dewey Decimal system for arranging non-fiction materials.
  • Knowledge of the alphabet system for arranging fiction materials.
  • Ability to learn computer operations.
  • Ability to bend, lift, stoop and carry.
  • Ability to stand for extended amounts of time.
  • Ability to problem solve and think critically in order to provide the best customer service.

Core Competencies:

  • Promotes and explains circulation, interlibrary loan procedures, and other information in a customer-responsive manner.
  • Possesses a basic understanding of cash handling procedures.
  • Understands and accurately follows circulation policies and procedures.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of basic computer operations needed to use the
    library’s circulation system.

*Core Competencies must be understood and met within the 90-Day Probation Period.

Education, Experience, and Training:

Must be a High School Graduate with a minimum of one-year work experience.

Send a cover letter and resume by e-mail to:
Thomas Webb
Customer Service Coordinator
twebb@mapld.org
EOE

Custodian

Job Description:

Reports To: Lisa Fasano
Dept.: Housekeeping
Classification: Non-Exempt, Part-Time

Salary:

$16.04 an hour

Hours:

Up to 18 Hours – willingness to work evenings and weekends

General Summary:

Part-time support staff position under the supervision of the Facilities Manager and/or the Library Director, involving maintenance and cleaning of the Library facility, grounds and equipment. No supervision of others.

Examples Of Work:

Cleans and performs preventive-maintenance tasks. Cleans kitchens, rooms, floors, windows, walls, ceilings and more. Dusts and polishes furniture, woodwork, book stacks, fixtures and equipment. Cleans and disinfects restrooms daily; replenishes and maintains restroom supplies. Observes and reports needed repairs and adjustments. Sets up and takes down chairs and tables in the meeting rooms. Removes snow and ice from the Library. Performs other tasks as assigned.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment and safe work practices. Ability to use a variety of custodial equipment, chemicals, and materials. Ability to bend, lift, stoop and carry 50 pounds. Ability to work independently and to organize work and adhere to schedules for cleaning of the Library. Ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing.

Qualifications For Appointments:
One year of general custodial experience. Formal or informal education or training that ensures the ability to read and write at level necessary for successful job performance.

Send a cover letter and resume by e-mail to:
Lisa Fasano
Facilities Manager
lfasano@mapld.org
EOE

Computer Attendant

Job Description:

Reports To: Andy Murgas
Dept.: Computer Lab
Classification: Non-Exempt, Part-Time

Salary:

$14.31 an hour

Hours:

12 to 16 hours per week. Hours include nights and weekends. Flexible hours are a must.

General Summary:

The Computer Lab Assistant assists users of its computer lab. Job duties include helping users with applications such as Microsoft Office, email, the Internet, etc. The attendant also assists users with sign-up procedures, stocks the printer paper and supplies, maintains lab records.

Send a cover letter and resume by e-mail to:
Andy Murgas
Computer Services Manager
amurgas@mapld.org
EOE

Security/Safety Officer

Job Description:

Reports To: Lisa Fasano
Dept.: Housekeeping
Classification: Non-Exempt, Part-Time

Salary:

$15.45 an hour

Hours:

Must be available to work weekdays, evenings and weekends.

General Summary:

This position is part-time, non-exempt. Requires maintaining safe and secure environment for customers and employees by patrolling and monitoring premises and personnel for the purpose of providing an atmosphere conductive to reading, quiet study and other purposes deemed appropriate by Library policy.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

  • Patrol premises regularly to maintain order and establish presence.
  • Secure all exits, doors and windows after end of operations.
  • Monitor people for suspicious activity or possessions.
  • Respond to alarms by investigating and assessing the situation.
  • Provide assistance to people in need.
  • Apprehend and detain perpetrators according to legal protocol before arrival of authorities or when not possible, calls police.
  • Submit reports of daily surveillance activity and important occurrences.
  • Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of legal guidelines for area security and public safety.
  • Ability to communicate tactfully, firmly and effectively with the public, especially in troublesome situations.
  • Ability to speak, read, and write English fluently.
  • Familiarity with report writing.
  • Ability to work well independently.
  • Ability to remain calm but purposeful in stressful situations.
  • Ability to work successfully with many different personality types, and maintain effective working relationships with the staff.
  • Demonstrates sensitivity to public relations issues.
  • Friendly, welcoming, and customer service oriented.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

Ability to bend, stoop, run and lift.

Education, Experience, and Training:

  • Must be a high school graduate and registered as a security officer with a valid Blue Security card.
  • Proven experience as security officer or guard.
  • Tech-savvy with experience in surveillance systems.
  • Trained in First Aid, CPR, and/or AED.

Send a cover letter and resume by e-mail to:
Lisa Fasano
Facilities Manager
lfasano@mapld.org
EOE