Part-Time Library Assistant, Middletown Township Public Library

LibraryLinkNJ Technology Advisory Group; Middletown (NJ); On-site; USD 22,673 - 32,292; Part time

Job summary

LibraryLinkNJ Technology Advisory Group seeks a Part-Time Library Assistant for the Middletown Township Public Library. The role requires assisting patrons, managing library materials, and providing excellent customer service.

The position offers 17.5 hours a week at a rate of $19.95/hour. Ideal candidates will show strong communication skills and flexibility. Great opportunity to contribute to community services.

Qualifications

• Ability to prioritize and sort library materials effectively.
• Experience assisting patrons at a public service desk.
• Strong attention to detail for processing incoming materials.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize, sort, shelve, and shelf-read library materials.
• Assist patrons at the Circulation Desk.
• Check-in and check-out of library materials.
• Respond to inquiries regarding library accounts and due dates.
• Create new library cards and review existing patron accounts.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Customer service skills

Flexibility

Job description

Part-Time Library Assistant, Middletown Township Public Library

JOB POSTING

CIVIL SERVICE JOB SPECIFICATION: 07467

POSITION SUMMARY

The Middletown Township Public Library is seeking a Part-Time Library Assistant in the Circulation department. This individual will report to the Circulation Manager. Flexibility, strong communication, and customer service skills are a must.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prioritize, sort, shelve, and shelf-read library materials
• Assist patrons at the Circulation Desk
• Check-in and check-out of library materials
• Respond to inquiries regarding library accounts, due dates, overdue materials, and fines in person or by phone
• Create new library cards and review existing patron accounts
• Handle cash register transactions, including fine payments and Friends Store sales
• Assist with maintaining library collections, including weeding and relabeling
• Proofread and process incoming materials for accuracy in labeling and records
• Complete special projects and additional responsibilities as assigned

COMPENSATION

CWA 1032 Contractual rate: $19.95/hour

SCHEDULE

17.5 hours per week, one Saturday a month (9am-5pm, Off Monday & Wednesday for Saturday)

Thursday: 1:30pm-5:00pm

Friday: 1:30pm-5:00pm

BENEFITS

“Good Faith” Salary, Range, or Rate of Pay