Full Time Library Assistant - Beach Haven Public Library

LibraryLinkNJ Technology Advisory Group; Mission (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Library Assistant to join their team. This role involves engaging with patrons at the front desk, assisting with public computing, and maintaining library resources. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, with preference given to those holding an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree. The position offers a supportive work environment, where teamwork and attention to detail are paramount. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, including medical insurance and retirement plan participation, while contributing to a community-focused library setting.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Paid Vacation

Sick Days

Personal Days

Retirement Plan Participation

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; ideal candidates have a degree and library experience.
• Customer service experience is essential for assisting patrons effectively.

Responsibilities

• Covers front desk, answers phones, and registers new patrons.
• Provides assistance with public access computing and library resources.
• Handles payments and records complaints for the Library Director.

Skills

Customer Service

Microsoft Word

Public Access Computing

Detail Orientation

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Full Time Library Assistant - Beach Haven Public Library

Hours: 35 hours weekly, Tuesday-Saturday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Key Responsibilities:

• Covers the front desk, answers phones, checks materials in and out and registers new patrons with the appropriate library cards. Empties the book drop and shelves returned books.
• Provides assistance with public access computing. Demonstrates familiarity with Microsoft Word, email, and printing functions.
• Gains familiarity with the library’s resources and assists patrons with their devices when needed.
• Receives payments, including making change for copies, accepting payment for lost books and for sale of discarded books. Records payments in log.
• Handles questions from patrons. Records and submits all complaints and suggestions to the Library Director.
• Shelves returned books daily and leaves the library in an orderly fashion.
• Empties book drop at end of day.
• Cross-trains with other staff to learn key skills in other roles.
• Performs additional duties as assigned by the Library Director.

Library Wide Standards:

• Demonstrates initiative, is a self-starter.
• Demonstrates ability to focus on details.
• Actively cooperates and works effectively with others, promotes teamwork, and shares information.
• Adheres to Library policies, procedures and standard practices.
• Behaves in a professional manner.
• Demonstrates ability to organize work and to carry through established procedures.
• Performs duties in a courteous and friendly manner.
• Demonstrates ability to develop good rapport with library patrons.

Qualified applicants must have a high school diploma. The ideal applicant will have an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree with previous library or customer service experience.

Salary commensurate with experience. The Beach Haven Public Library offers medical insurance to all regular full-time employees and eligible dependents provided through the State Health Benefits Program, participation in the NJ Public Employees Retirement System, paid vacation, sick and personal days.

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