Part Time Library Assistant - Middletown Township Public Library

LibraryLinkNJ Technology Advisory Group; Middletown Township (PA); On-site; USD 27,483; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Flexible hours

Job summary

A local public library in Middletown Township is seeking a Part-Time Library Assistant to join the Circulation department. Candidates should have strong communication and customer service skills, along with flexibility in scheduling. Responsibilities include assisting patrons at the Circulation Desk, handling library materials, and performing cash transactions. Compensation is $19.95/hour with a schedule of 17.5 hours per week, including limited Saturday shifts. Benefits include paid time off but no medical benefits.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in library settings preferred.
• Ability to assist patrons effectively.
• Skills in handling cash register transactions.

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.
• Create new library cards and renew patron accounts.
• Handle cash register transactions.
• Maintain library collections and assist with Friends Store.
• Proofread and process incoming materials for accuracy.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Customer service skills

Flexibility

Job description

Part Time Library Assistant - Middletown Township Public Library

PART TIME LIBRARY ASSISTANT 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 include, but are not limited to:

• 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 renew existing patron accounts
• Handle cash register transactions, including fine payments and Friends Store sales
• Maintain library collections, including weeding and relabeling
• Proofread and process incoming materials for accuracy in labeling and records
• Assist with Friends Store - donations, storage and preparation for sales
• 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 Tuesday & Wednesday for Saturday)
Monday: 5:30-9pm
Tuesday: 1:30-5pm
Wednesday: 10:30-2pm
Thursday: 10:30-2pm
Friday: 1:30-5pm

BENEFITS:
Paid time off; No medical benefits.

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