Summer Bookbike outreach, Bigelow Free Public Library (Clinton)
Bigelow Free Public Library is looking for an enthusiastic, part-time temporary summer Book Bike assistant to join our team.
Duties and Responsibilities May Include:
● Riding the Book Bike to neighborhood locations across town for outdoor, in-person engagement, such as community parks, summer camp, senior center
● Providing exemplary customer service by answering questions, being an attentive listener, and engaging with community members inside and outside of the library
● Stocking and unloading library materials on/off the Book Bike
● Supporting outdoor story time visits and other pop-up programming activities
● Documenting data regarding outreach impact and Book Bike outings
● Supporting other outreach initiatives and services, special events, and library-wide initiatives like the Summer Reading Program
● Working with the Bigelow Library staff to distribute flyers and information about library services and upcoming events
● Restocking the Little Free Libraries as needed
● Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
● Required Qualifications Include:
● Safety: Follow and model all recommendations regarding bicycle safety, rules of the road, and the library’s instructions as it relates to current COVID-19 safety guidelines. Must have at least a learner’s permit and be comfortable on a book trike
● Organizational Alignment: Understands, supports, and advances the vision, mission, and strategic priorities of the library.
● Customer Service: Service-oriented and committed to providing exceptional service to our patrons, staff, and community.
● Collaboration and Teamwork: Supports a positive team environment
● Adaptability: Demonstrates willingness to accept shifts in responsibilities due to the nature of a changing workplace.
● Initiative: Takes initiative in improving service, processes, programs and products.
● Judgment and Political Savvy: Displays emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills in navigating the workplace.
● Technical Proficiency: Be competent in using current technology and be willing to learn and grow in technical understanding.
● Accuracy: Pays attention to detail.
● Integrity: Demonstrates the capacity to maintain confidentiality.
Physical: Ability to ride a loaded Tricycle for up to 5 miles in a day. Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
Preferred Candidates Will...
● Be comfortable riding an oversize tricycle on the street within Clinton town limits;
● Have a flexible schedule with regular weekend and weekday availability; occasional evenings, but not riding after dark
● Enjoy interacting with the public
● Have excellent written and spoken communication skills
● Be comfortable working outdoors, largely on one’s feet, for several hours at a time
Be able to work independently and collaboratively
Be fluent in English and Spanish or Portuguese
Have reliable transportation to/from the library
Full/Part Time
Temporary
Education
NA
Salary
$20.00 / hourClosing Date
June 10
How to Apply
Send a resume to Marie Letarte mletarte@cwmars.org
Posted
2026-05-21 | Quick link to this job