Library Assistant

PALS Plus; Little Falls (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Little Falls Public Library seeks a Library Assistant to support essential services and engage with the community. This part-time role involves shelving, customer service, and technology support, providing a dynamic work environment. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, adaptable, and possess strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Prior library experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain orderly shelves by shelving and arranging library materials.
• Assist patrons in a friendly and helpful manner.
• Handle check-ins and check-outs at the circulation desk.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Problem Solving

Flexibility

Tools

Canva

Job description

The Little Falls Public Library is looking for a dependable, detail-oriented, and customer-focused individual to join our team as a Library Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, supporting a variety of essential library services and engaging with our community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Shelving & Organization: Maintain orderly shelves by shelving and arranging library materials.
• Customer Service: Assist patrons in a friendly and helpful manner, answering questions and guiding them to library resources.
• Circulation Desk Duties: Handle check-ins and check-outs, manage holds, and process overdue materials.
• Technology Support: Provide basic tech help, including assistance with public computers, printing, and accessing digital services.
• Program Support: Help prepare, set up, and clean up for children’s and adult programs, and assist participants during events.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt to different tasks.
• High attention to detail and strong communication abilities.
• Basic computer proficiency is a must.
• Ability to follow instructions and work both independently and as part of a team.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Prior library experience is a plus.
• Ability to use Canva and create visually appealing promotional content for the library is a plus.
• Occasional community outreach involvement.

Position Details:

• Part-time: Up to 20 hours per week (flexibility required).
• Compensation: Hourly wage based on experience.

To apply, please email your cover letter, resume, and three professional references to Jennifer Cole, Director, at [e-mail]. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.