Library Assistant I - Taunton

Department:
Academic Affairs-Library Learning Commons

Locations:
Taunton, MA

Posted:
Jul 29, 2026

Closes:
Open Until Filled

Type:
Part Time Non Benefited

Position ID: 203145

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Bristol Community College is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow! Bristol is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment with a rich diversity of beliefs, cultures, languages, abilities, and lifestyles. Committed to enriching its educational experience through a supportive community, Bristol actively encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply and achieve our vision of advancing a vibrant, diverse community through education, learner by learner.

If you share a passion for helping students succeed and enjoy working in a community of innovative, inclusive, and collaborative colleagues, Bristol is the place for you!

As a Commonwealth of Massachusetts employer, Bristol offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including health, dental, life, long-term disability, retirement and paid time off (vacation, personal, sick, and holiday pay). We also offer tuition waiver discounts at the Commonwealth's public higher education institutions. More information can be found on our Benefits website .

POSITION TITLE: Library Assistant I (Part-Time)
DEPARTMENT: Library Learning Commons (LLC)
PRIMARY LOCATION: Multiple Bristol locations;
Must be able to work at the Bristol Taunton Center
REPORTS TO: Reference Librarian
POSITION STATUS:This is a part-time, non-unit position without benefits not to exceed 18.5 hours per week.
SCHEDULE: The Library Assistant I works a set schedule of hours at one or more locations (minimum 8 hours per week) and may be assigned additional hours on a call-in basis. Weekly schedule may not exceed 18.5 hours per week. Position requires flexibility to cover absences at multiple LLC locations. Evenings and weekends may be required. Hours subject to change depending on operational needs.

The ability to work at more than one Bristol location is a plus.There are current open shifts available at the Taunton Center LLC which is open Monday-Thursday, 10am to 3pm.
SALARY: $23.21 per hour

STATEMENT OF DUTIES:The Library Assistant I assists with access services functions of in the Library Learning Commons (LLC) at one or more locations (Attleboro, Fall River, New Bedford and Taunton). This position assists patrons at the public service desk, performs circulation functions using the integrated library system (Koha), helps patrons with printing, and provides general information about library and tutoring services.

The Library Assistant I also helps to monitor the LLC's chat and email accounts, ensuring accurate information is provided.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform circulation desk functions, such as, checking in and out materials, registering patrons, and responding to inquiries via phone, chat and in-person.
• Help students understand tutoring services, locate available tutors, and make tutoring appointments.
• Assist with other library functions (e.g., physical processing of books and other library materials, interlibrary loan and document delivery processes, preparing and maintaining course reserves, and/or re-shelving materials).
• Provide excellent customer service while responding to a variety of library- and college-related questions. Refer research-related inquiries to the Reference Librarian.
• Perform inventory, shelf-reading, and other maintenance tasks in the collection. Retrieve books as requested.
• Support LLC patrons with photocopiers, printers, microform readers, scanners, Live Scribe pens, and other library and assistive technology. Refer users to appropriate departments for additional support, if necessary.
• Repair books and other materials to prolong use, as needed.
• Focus on customer service best practices when working with Bristol community members, including faculty, staff, and students.
• Focus on the Commonwealth's Equity Agenda by applying related best practices throughout all job functions.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

NOTE:

Unless otherwise noted, all required qualifications…