Library Assistant - Circulation & Patron Services

Union County College; Cranford (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Union County College Library Assistant supports campus libraries by assisting users with circulation, reserves, interlibrary loans, and photocopying. The role provides information on hours, services, and policies while managing materials and maintaining reserves in the automated system.

Associate degree or higher is required, with preferred library experience and strong customer service. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, is expected, and lifting up to 25 pounds may be needed.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher required.
• Experience in a library or related setting preferred.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office including Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist library users with circulation, reserves, ILL, photocopying, and general information.
• Answer questions and provide information on hours, policies, and services.
• Charge and discharge library materials and reshelve items.
• Operate library equipment and support special projects.
• Process interlibrary loans and maintain reserves in the system.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Union County College Library Assistant supports campus libraries by assisting users with circulation, reserves, interlibrary loans, and photocopying. The role provides information on hours, services, and policies while managing materials and maintaining reserves in the automated system.

Associate degree or higher is required, with preferred library experience and strong customer service. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, is expected, and lifting up to 25 pounds may be needed.