City of Boston

Municipal government of Boston

Boston Public Library Fund

Office Clerical & RecordsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeBoston, MA, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.
Must be at least 14 years old.
Must be a resident of the City of Boston upon the first day of hire.
Must successfully clear a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check with the City of Boston.

Responsibilities

Sort, verify, shift, and check in materials.
Shelve materials in appropriate locations.
Retrieve and route items from shelves as needed.
Answer basic questions and refer patrons to other staff as appropriate.
Operate equipment such as photocopiers, microfilm readers, printers, and scanners.
Perform other related duties as required.

Overview

The Library is dedicated to promoting literacy, learning, and cultural enrichment through its core areas: reading, spaces and programs, reference and instruction, and special collections. With 25 branches across the city, the Library serves as a civic hub providing access to WiFi, citizenship information, computer services, and a diverse range of collections. Programs include storytimes, technology classes, arts and crafts, and educational support for all ages. The Library is committed to inclusivity, offering equal access to all individuals regardless of background, and is actively modernizing its facilities to enhance community engagement.

Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities: - Sorting, verifying, shifting, and checking in materials. - Shelving materials in appropriate locations. - Retrieving and routing items from shelves as needed. - Answering basic questions and referring to other staff as appropriate. - Operating equipment such as photocopiers, microfilm readers, printers, and scanners. - Performing other related duties as required.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications

Job Requirements: - Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job. - Must be at least 14 years old. - Residency: Must be a resident of the City of Boston upon the first day of hire. - CORI: Must successfully clear a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check with the City of Boston.

About the Company

City of Boston

Municipal government of Boston

City of Boston is best understood as the municipal government serving Boston, Massachusetts. City employees translate policy and public resources into day-to-day services for neighborhoods, residents, and businesses. Its departments provide public safety, streets, housing, planning, public health, parks, schools, licensing, and resident services. Roles span operations, engineering, administration, technology, legal, public service, facilities, and community programs. The profile covers City of Boston government while recognizing that some related authorities use separate employers.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $260K
Headquarters: Boston, MA
Founded: Not listed

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