Library Assistant (Part-Time)

Role and Responsibilities :

Under direction of the Library Director, performs a variety of routine nonprofessional library tasks; does other related duties as required: Answers constituent inquiries pertaining to physical location of library material, library hours, offices and personnel, and availability and reserve of popular or new publications. Reviews library membership applications for completeness as to name, address, and similar personal identification, and records changes of such information. Lists overdue library material from card files and completes overdue notices for notifying patrons. Locates required publications primarily based on call number. Performs searches for publications in immediate vicinity of its proper location. Checks shelves to ensure materials are filed properly. Prepares library materials for circulation. Clips articles from newspapers/periodicals and arranges clippings in suitable form according to topical subject matter as directed.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks. Good communication skills, both written and verbal. Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey. Bilingual preferred : Applicants may be required to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in Spanish, French, and/or Creole.

Preferred Skills:

Charging/renewing/discharging materials in an automated system Entering and updating library cards in an automated system Handling issues with overdues and other account information Handling money through accepting fees Handling incoming and pulling expired holds Answering the phone and responding directional questions Prioritizing Customer Service Handling special projects as assigned by the Department Head Performing other duties as assigned Shelving library material Ability to: comprehend and carry out oral and written directions/instructions; communicate courteously and clearly with patrons and staff; learn routine operations of computer equipment.

Schedule:

Up to 20 hours per week. Must be able to work three nights per week (3pm

• 8pm) / Afternoons (12pm
• 5pm) and two Saturdays per month (10 am
• 2pm).

Physical Requirements:

The ability to stand, sit, walk and stoop in provision of library services. Equal Opportunity Employer. Employees must comply with the "New Jersey First Act."

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$17.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person