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JOB OPENING: FULL-TIME YEAR-ROUND ADULT PROGRAMS COORDINATOR/LIBRARY ASSISTANT

Movie series. Live music. Cooking demonstrations. Author talks. Piano concerts. Artist receptions. If these events excite you, then consider applying to be our next Programs Coordinator/Library Assistant. The Edgartown Public Library opened its new location seven years ago, which includes your future playground: a state-of-the-art Programs Room to host library events for the public. We are looking for someone who will create a year-round roster of exciting and relevant programs that provide community, culture, education, and entertainment.

Here’s what you’ll need to be:

  • A creative people person who loves all aspects of coordinating public events, and kind of a tech geek.
  • Someone who is enthusiastic about outreach and engagement with our island community to bring a varied array of informative, interesting, and engaging programming to our library community.
  • Someone who values providing exemplary library service to our patrons

    The details: full-time (40 hours/week) year-round schedule includes evenings and Saturdays. Wage is $27.96 - $36.79 in 8 steps, with full benefits. Applicants should submit a town application, resume, and cover letter to Library Director Lisa Sherman at email hidden; JavaScript is required, or mail to Edgartown Public Library, 26 West Tisbury Rd, Edgartown, MA 02539. Full job description and application are available at edgartownlibrary.org. Application packets will be accepted until the position is filled. TOE is EOE.

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JOB OPENING: PART-TIME YEAR-ROUND LIBRARY ASSISTANT

Do you relish questions that start with “This is a strange question, but….”? Do you enjoy bringing order to chaos? Are your customer service-based skills a source of great pride? Do you seek a position that serves your local community?

If you answered yes to these questions, the Edgartown Library wants you to join our team as a part-time year-round Library Assistant!

You will need to be:

  • A customer service guru, with a passion for serving the community
  • Friendly, resourceful, and able to juggle multiple tasks with ease
  • Tech-savvy and comfortable with PC-based computer software and databases
  • Someone who finds putting things in the correct order both fun and satisfying

This position is responsible for day-to-day library functions. Library experience is highly desirable. Proficient PC-based computer and database skills are essential. Perks include working with a dynamic and enthusiastic staff, engaging with our Edgartown community, and solving new puzzles on any given day.
The details: this 18 hours/week, non-benefited year-round schedule, includes Saturdays. $26.02/hr. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit a town application, resume, and cover letter to Library Director Lisa Sherman at email hidden; JavaScript is required, or mail to Edgartown Public Library, 26 West Tisbury Road, Edgartown, MA 02539. Application packets will be accepted until the position is filled. TOE is EOE.

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

If you are interested in learning about volunteer opportunities at the library, please email email hidden; JavaScript is required or call 508-627-4221.

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