Waterville Public Library Employment Application (Maine)

Application for Employment @ the Waterville Public Library

Thank you for your interest in employment with the Waterville Public Library in Waterville, Maine! As of January 2025, there are no job openingsavailable. Applications can be submitted at any time; however, prospective employees are selected for consideration and interviews only when there is an immediate job opening. To apply, please complete the form below. A cover letter and resume can be attached at the bottom of the form. Dedicated, talented, and caring employees make the Library the tremendous community resource that it is. Thank you for your interest in being a part of our excellent team!
Name of applicant:*

First NameMiddle Name or InitialLast Name
Preferred name:
Completely optional.
Applicant mailing address:*
Number and street or PO box
Applicant's city, state, zip code:*
City, state, zip code
Applicant's home telephone number:*
Home telephone number
Applicant's email address:*
Email
If you wish to provide preferred pronouns, please do.
Completely optional.
Date of this Application:*
Today's date
Position title or type of work you are applying for at the Waterville Public Library. *
Why are you interested in working at the Waterville Public Library? *
How were you referred to this Library? Choose all that apply.

Library WebsiteLibrary FacebookLibrary InstagramLibrary TwitterNewspaperFriend or family memberCommunity memberMaine State Library Job BoardOther
What level of work are you interested in? Choose all that apply.*

Full-timePart-time
Are you able to work a flexible schedule?*

YesNo
Number of hours preferred per week:*

Days and times generally available:*

	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday
Time Available (Examples: 7a-12p; 10a-7p)

Select at least one that best describes your situation. Choose all that apply.*

Early mornings are an awesome fit.I can generally do early mornings.I cannot do early morningsSaturdays are an awesome fit.I can generally do SaturdaysI cannot do Saturdays.Afternoons are an awesome fit.I can generally do afternoons.I cannot do afternoons.Evenings are an awesome fit.I can generally do evenings.I can not do evenings.
Date available to start:*
Please share any other information you think might help explain your availability. (optional)
Are you 18 or older?*

YesNo
Are you eligible to work in the US?*

YesNo
If hired, can you provide the documents required to prove you are legally able to work in the US?*

YesNo
Have you ever been convicted of a felony?*

YesNo
If yes, what was the charge?
Skills and Interests
Select at least one that best describes you. Choose all that apply.*

Detail orientedLove putting items in alphabetical orderEnjoy supporting spaces in being clean and orderlyExcellent with cutting and applying tape straightGreat with computers and technologyGreat with childrenGreat with teensGreat with adultsAccurate and preciseCreativeOut of the box thinkerLove numbers, statistics, spreadsheetsOutgoingWork well independentlyWork well with othersSelf starterLove to learn new thingsHelping others brings me joySolving problems is satisfying to meOther
Please indicate areas of employment interest(s). Choose all that apply.*

Checking materials out to patronsFinding materials for patrons to read or viewHelping peopleProcessing library materialsKeeping the Library and grounds tidy and safeProgrammingWorking with childrenWorking with teensWorking with adultsWorking with local history materialsMarketing and communicationsTechnologyData and statisticsPhysical workCommunity engagement and outreachDevelopment workOther
Please indicate any specific areas of employment interest(s) or preference(s). *
Indicate areas of skill/interest you can offer that may not be captured above. (optional)
Additional information about what you might offer as an employee. (optional)
Please tell us about experience you have in libraries as an employee, patron, and/or volunteer. (optional)
Do you have a Waterville Public Library card?*

YesNo
Are you familiar with the Dewey Decimal system?*

YesNo
Do you have keyboarding (typing) ability?*

YesNo
Do you have any experience using an integrated library system?*

YesNoUnsureOther
Please describe your level of comfort in working with computers as well as your level of confidence in assisting other people with the use of computers.*
Please share the title of a favorite book and tell us a little bit about why it is a favorite. (optional)
EDUCATION
Are you a high school graduate or have you passed a GED, HiSET, or other high school equivalency exam?*

YesNo
Name & location (city and state) of high school(s) attended.*
Dates attended. (optional)
Name & location (city and state) of college or university attended. (optional)
Dates attended. (optional)
Credits completed. (optional)
Major field(s) of study. (optional)
Type of degree. (optional)
Associates, Bachelors, Masters, etc.
Date degree completed. (optional)
Name & location (city and state) of college or university attended. (optional)
Dates attended. (optional)
Credits completed. (optional)
Major field(s) of study. (optional)
Type of degree. (optional)
Associates, Bachelors, Masters, etc.
Date degree completed. (optional)
Other schools of training (e.g: trade, vocational, armed forces, or business):(optional)
Please give the name and location (city and state) of each school or source of training, dates attended, subjects studied, certificates received, and any other pertinent information. (optional)
Do you have any relevant experience or skills applicable to the position(s) for which you are applying?

YesNo
If yes, please list relevant skills/experience. (optional)
Additional information you would like to add about education. (optional)
PRESENT/LAST EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Please list all previous employment including U.S. Military Service. Begin by listing your last or present employment experience. A resume may also be submitted at the bottom of this form.
May inquiry be made of your present or last employers regarding your qualifications and record of employment?*

YesNo
Additional information on contacting present or past employers. (optional)
Name of present or last employer, company, firm, or organization:
Title of position or type of job held:
Dates of employment (month and year) (to/from):
Description of work: (please describe in as much detail as possible)
Additional job duties/description:
Reason(s) for leaving:
Supervisor name & contact information:
Name and phone number or e-mail address
Employer's address:

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Employer's telephone number
Employer's email address:
Name of prior employer, company, firm, or organization:
Title of position or type of job held:
Dates of employment (month and year) (to/from):
Description of work: (please describe in as much detail as possible)
Additional job duties/description:
Reason(s) for leaving:
Supervisor name & contact information:
Name and phone number or e-mail address
Employer's address:

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Employer's telephone number:
Employer's email address:
Name of prior employer, company, firm, or organization:
Title of position or type of job held:
Dates of employment (month and year) (to/from):
Description of work. (please describe in as much detail as possible)
Additional job duties/description:
Reason(s) for leaving:
Supervisor name & contact information:
Name and phone number or e-mail address
Employer's address:

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Employer's telephone number:
Employer's email address:
Additional information you would like to add about employment. (optional)
PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES (2)
Please list the name and contact information for at least 2 individuals not related to you who have definite knowledge of your qualifications and fitness for the position(s) for which you are applying. Person listed should be someone you have known at least one year. Former supervisors, employers, or teachers are preferred references.
Name of Reference 1: *
Please list the name of an individual not related to you who has definite knowledge of your qualifications and fitness for the position(s) for which you are applying. Person listed should be someone you have known at least one year. Former supervisors, employers, or teachers are preferred references.
Describe the relationship of Reference 1 to you and how long you have known this person. *
Business or occupation of Reference 1:*
Reference 1 email address:*
Reference 1 telephone number:*
Reference 1 address:*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Name of Reference 2: *
Please list the name of an individual not related to you who has definite knowledge of your qualifications and fitness for the position(s) for which you are applying. Person listed should be someone you have known at least one year. Former supervisors, employers, or teachers are preferred references.
Describe the relationship of Reference 2 to you and how long you have known this person. *
Business or occupation of Reference 2:*
Reference 2 email address:*
Reference 2 telephone number:*
Reference 2 address:*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Please use this text box to share any additional information you would like to add to this employment application. (optional)
You may submit a separate resume and cover letter here. (optional)

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DISCLAIMER/RELEASE
The Waterville Public Library is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

I authorize my former employers to give any information they have regarding my employment with them in connection with this application for employment, I release them from any liability issuing this information.

By signing below, I certify all statements made and information provided within this application are true, complete, and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. I acknowledge that providing false information is grounds for refusing to hire me, or for termination should I be hired.
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Application for Employment @ the Waterville Public Library

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