Library Acquisitions & Processing Assistant (PT, 20h)

Librarylinknj; Bridgewater Township (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned Sick Leave

NJ DCRP retirement plan

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

SCLSNJ is seeking a part-time Operations Assistant – Acquisitions and Processing (Job ID 2026-30) to support library material workflows. The role focuses on acquisitions, processing, and catalog maintenance to ensure efficient resources for patrons across branches.

The position is on-site in Bridgewater with up to 20 hours per week. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred, and NJ residency is required within one year of employment. Compensation is $22.47/hour.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred and prior experience in detail‑oriented roles or technical library services.
• Must reside in New Jersey within one year of employment unless exempted by law.
• Reliable transportation to attend training, meetings, or off-site assignments.

Responsibilities

• Acquisitions & Processing: handle purchasing, receiving, invoicing, unpacking, labeling and preparation of library materials across formats.
• Database & Collection Maintenance: manage ILS data, reconcile invoices, check in items, fulfill holds, route materials to branches.
• Collaborative Support: assist with inventory management and maintain high processing accuracy.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Library databases

Database maintenance

Job description

SCLSNJ is seeking a part-time Operations Assistant – Acquisitions and Processing (Job ID 2026-30) to support library material workflows. The role focuses on acquisitions, processing, and catalog maintenance to ensure efficient resources for patrons across branches.

The position is on-site in Bridgewater with up to 20 hours per week. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred, and NJ residency is required within one year of employment. Compensation is $22.47/hour.