Hourly Library Assistant River Vale Free Public Library

BCCLS; River Vale, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The River Vale Public Library is seeking an Hourly Library Assistant to work the Library front desk. The ideal candidate will be an individual who can multitask while providing excellent customer service and can work well both independently and with a team.

Position details include up to 8 hours per week with rotating weekends. The role involves duties at the front desk, lending, catalog tasks, and basic technology support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; customer service experience helpful.
• Strong communication, technology and organizational abilities emphasized.
• Willingness to travel offsite for training may be required.

Responsibilities

• Front desk duties including phone and email inquiries.
• Check out and process returns; handle interlibrary loans.
• Issue new library cards and update patron information.
• Assist with technology tasks such as printing and catalog use.
• Open/close procedures and shelve materials; maintain organization.

Skills

Communication skills

Technology skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Library catalog

Job description

The River Vale Public Library is seeking an Hourly Library Assistant to work the Library front desk. The ideal candidate will be an individual who can multitask while providing excellent customer service and can work well both independently and with a team.

Duties include:

• General customer service tasks including phone and email
• Checking out and processing the returns of library materials
• Handling interlibrary loans
• Issuing new library cards and updating information for current card-holders
• Handle patron financial transactions
• Perform opening and closing procedures
• Assist with general technology tasks like printing, faxing, and using the library catalog
• Locating physical and digital library materials
• Communicating library and consortium policies to the public
• Shelving and organizing library materials
• Other duties as required

Requirements:

• Bending and lifting upwards of 25 pounds
• Strong communication, technology and organizational skills
• Travel may be required offsite for purposes such as training
• Must be willing to comply with residency requirements of the New Jersey First Act within one year of hire date

A high school diploma or equivalent, along with relevant customer service experience and familiarity with computers are required. Previous library experience is a plus but not required.

Position Details and Schedule: The position is for up to 8 hours per week including rotating weekends (Saturdays and Sundays). Flexibility is a plus. Additional sub hours may be available.

Regular Shifts:

• Wednesdays: 4 or 5 pm – 8 pm
• Thursday: 1 or 2 pm – 6 pm.

$17/hr. with a differential pay for Sunday hours. Include paid holidays and sick time.

The River Vale Public Library is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates must undergo a background check prior to hire. The position will be filled when a suitable candidate is found.