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Mostly easy work, but conflict of interests - Circulation Assistant Berkeley Public Library Employee Review

4.0
Nov 9, 2022
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Pros

I am at the library in Illinois, not California. It is a mostly easy-going, relaxing job.

Cons

There is a complicated web of higher-up staff that are all related/close friends, so that is challenging. Also, there is not a lot of understanding of the public that are lower-resourced.

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5.0
Mar 6, 2017
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Biggest plus is the people who work at the library are overall really nice folks. The library is also a beautiful environment to work in, a gorgeous space with an open feeling. Also a good rate of pay for part time.

Cons

Not exactly a con, but, this can be difficult at times... You must be ready to interact regularly with homeless folks and some people with mental challenges. Despite the issues that can come with this, i feel it is important that there is a warm dry place for them to go. But it can be occasionally unpleasant. There is good security though, in case of any issues.

3.0
Jan 13, 2025
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Pros

Funding is more secure than many public libraries.

Cons

Staff is very cliquey, borders on bullying.

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