Clark Public Library Part-Time Library Assistant

Librarylinknj; Clark (NJ); Hybrid; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave time benefits

Flexible schedule

Weekend rotation

Job summary

The Clark Public Library in Clark, NJ is seeking a part-time Library Assistant to support front-desk operations, check-in/check-out, and patron assistance. The role includes approximately 20 hours per week with a flexible schedule that includes some evenings and one weekend rotation per month.

Responsibilities include greeting visitors, answering phones, shelving, helping with photocopiers, processing new materials, and enforcing library policies while delivering excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Open to New Jersey residents only.
• Computer proficiency in Windows and Office products required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in English.
• Ability to follow directions with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Comfortable working with the public and people of all ages.
• Daily tasks involve lifting/moving books; CPR training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Circulation desk service to visitors (greet, check-in, check-out, registration).
• Answer phones and forward calls as needed.
• Assist patrons with directions within the library.
• Shelf books alphabetically and by Dewey Decimal; locate materials.
• Prepare library materials for circulation; assist with photocopiers and printers.
• Enforce policies and provide excellent customer service.
• Process new materials and perform basic repairs to damaged items.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Phone handling

Office work

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

Clark Public Library Part-Time Library Assistant

Clark Public Library – Clark, NJ

The Clark Public Library is hiring a part-time LIBRARY ASSISTANT. This position will be part-time with a flexible schedule that includes days, evenings and one weekend rotation a month. Applicants must be available to work various shifts. Hours total 20 per week. Must be available to work at least a 4 to 7 hour shift between the hours of 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. Monday through Friday. Hours will vary when the weekend shift occurs. Position includes leave time benefits.

Responsibilities include:

• Circulation desk service to visitors of all ages (greet, check-in, check-out, registration, etc.).
• Answer phones and forward calls to appropriate recipients as needed.
• Assist patrons with general directional questions within the library.
• Applicants must have the ability to shelf books alphabetically and by Dewey Decimal System. Check shelves to ensure materials are filed properly. Locate material based on call number. Perform searches for material not in its proper location.
• Prepare library materials for circulation/use.
• Assist patrons with public photocopiers and printers as needed.
• Must be able to exercise judgment and enforce policy in situations relevant to the position and in public service situations.
• Works effectively and courteously with the general public and other employees.
• Provide excellent customer service under all circumstances.
• Performs procedures related to circulation of materials, including check-in and out of library material, collection of fees and fines and registration of library members.
• Processes new library material and performs basic repairs to damaged library material.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Open to New Jersey residents only.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Windows and Office products required.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Fluency in English.
• Ability to follow directions and procedures with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Comfortable working with the public and with people of all ages.
• Able to bend, stoop, reach, lift, stand, and easily move about as needed, as relevant to the position. Daily tasks require lifting, carrying, moving, and manipulating books and other library material as well as pushing a loaded cart full of books.
• Phone and office work experience required.
• Customer service experience in a library, office or retail environment is required.
• CPR training is a plus.

Schedule:
Approximately 20-24 hours per week, including some evenings and weekends.

“Good Faith” Salary, Range, or Rate of Pay:
Library Assistant: $17.30

• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Windows and Office products required.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Fluency in English.
• Ability to follow directions and procedures with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Comfortable working with the public and with people of all ages.
• Able to bend, stoop, reach, lift, stand, and easily move about as needed, as relevant to the position. Daily tasks require lifting, carrying, moving, and manipulating books and other library material as well as pushing a loaded cart full of books.
• Phone and office work experience required.
• Customer service experience in a library, office or retail environment is required.
• CPR training is a plus.

Additional Information:
The Clark Public Library is a New Jersey Civil Service library. Must be a resident of New Jersey to apply for this position.

“Good Faith” Salary, Range, or Rate of Pay

“Good Faith” Salary, Range, or Rate of Pay:
Library Assistant: $17.30