Part-Time Library Assistant Wallington Veterans Memorial Library

Bergen County Cooperative Library System; Wallington (NJ); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

The Wallington Library is seeking a Part-Time Library Assistant to handle circulation, assist patrons, and support daily operations in a busy, community-focused setting. Responsibilities include charging and discharging materials, collecting fines, promoting monthly programs, creating flyers and digital assets, and maintaining the library website and social media.

Flexible scheduling, including Saturdays and weekday evenings, is required.

Qualifications

• Experience with BCCLS is preferred.
• A minimum of one year experience in a library or customer-centric service setting.
• Possess excellent customer service skills.
• Proficiency with computers is expected.
• Must be able to perform light lifting and bending.

Responsibilities

• Charge and discharge library materials, collect fines, register new patrons and issue library cards.
• Maintain order by sorting and filing, re-shelving returned material.
• Sending weekly programming emails to patrons.
• Help promote and execute monthly adult programming.
• Create flyers and digital assets for upcoming programming.
• Assist with maintenance of the library’s website and social media accounts.

Skills

Customer service

Computer skills

Flexibility

Light lifting

Tools

BCCLS familiarity

Job description

Part-Time Library Assistant

The Wallington Library is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Part-Time Library Assistant to join our busy, newly established library. The ideal candidate will be responsible for circulation duties, providing exceptional customer service, and supporting day-to-day library operations. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys working with both patrons and fellow staff members.

Essential Functions of the Position

• Charge and discharge library materials, collect fines, register new patrons and issue library cards.
• Maintain order by sorting and filing, putting books and other materials in their proper places and re-shelving returned material.
• Sending weekly programming emails to patrons.
• Help promote and execute monthly adult programming.
• Create flyers and digital assets for upcoming programming.
• Assist with maintenance of the library’s website and social media accounts.

Qualifications

• Experience with BCCLS is preferred.
• A minimum of one year experience in a library or customer-centric service setting.
• Possess excellent customer service skills.
• Proficiency with computers is expected.
• Must be able to perform light lifting and bending.

Possible Schedule

• 3-4 Saturdays per month, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
• Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 3:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
• Thursdays, 12:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
• Flexibility with work hours is required, as schedules may vary based on library needs.

Salary: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour commensurate with education and experience.

Please no phone calls regarding the status of applications or interviews. We will contact candidates directly.