Part-Time Library Assistant - Circulation & Processing

Librarylinknj; Springfield (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick time

Paid vacation time

Job summary

Springfield Free Public Library is seeking a Part-Time Library Assistant to support circulation and technical processing projects. The role is up to 16 hours per week with one evening per week and rotating Saturdays; Sunday afternoon shifts may be available with overtime pay.

Starting pay is $18.18 per hour, with paid sick time and vacation per state law. Interested applicants should email a resume and cover letter to Library Director Bonnie Lafazan by November 2, 2026.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Comfort using computer applications.
• Physical ability to unload, package, and shelve books.

Responsibilities

• Work at the circulation desk and in the technical processing department.
• Schedule up to 16 hours per week with one evening per week and rotating Saturdays.
• Availability for Sunday afternoon hours with time-and-a-half pay is a plus.

Skills

Customer service

Computer literacy

Communication

Manual handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer applications

Job description

Springfield Free Public Library is seeking a Part-Time Library Assistant to support circulation and technical processing projects. The role is up to 16 hours per week with one evening per week and rotating Saturdays; Sunday afternoon shifts may be available with overtime pay.

Starting pay is $18.18 per hour, with paid sick time and vacation per state law. Interested applicants should email a resume and cover letter to Library Director Bonnie Lafazan by November 2, 2026.