PT Library Assistant, Patron Services Livingston Public Library

Infolink The Eastern New Jersey Regional Library Cooperative Inc; Livingston (NJ); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pro-rated leave

Job summary

Livingston Public Library is seeking a friendly part-time Library Assistant for Patron Services. The role emphasizes excellent customer service, strong communication, and dependable clerical support in a busy community library.

The position is approximately 19 hours per week, including Wednesday evenings and one weekend per month, with a background check required and a compliance with library policies. Pro-rated leave is included.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service
• Assist with patron accounts, checking materials in/out, program registration
• Experience in a library setting preferred
• Ability to lift 25-40 lbs on a routine basis

Responsibilities

• Assist with inquiries about patron accounts, checking materials in and out
• Provide information about library programs and resources
• Daily shelving and shelf reading of materials
• Answer phones and assist with readers’ advisory
• Assist with basic computer troubleshooting (copier, printing, faxing)
• Performs other duties as needed

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Computer skills

Clerical tasks

Team player

Lifting 25-40 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Copier/Printer/Fax

Job description

PT Library Assistant, Patron Services Livingston Public Library

The Livingston Library is seeking an enthusiastic and outgoing individual to join our team as a part-time Library Assistant in our Patron Services department. We seek an individual who will strive to offer our diverse community of 31,000+ residents excellent customer service while being friendly, professional, and efficient. Excellent communication and computer skills are a must. The successful candidate must be able to perform a wide range of clerical, paraprofessional tasks, and other support duties.

This is a part-time position of approximately 19 hours per week including evening (Wednesday) and daytime hours, as well as one weekend (Saturday and Sunday) per month.

Description:

• Possess a demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service by being attentive, approachable, kind, and helpful to everyone
• Inspire a connection to all facets of the library by introducing customers to all we do: programs, collections, resources, and much more
• Assist with inquiries regarding patron accounts, checking materials in and out, program registration, general readers’ advisory, answering phones, and provide information about library-related and directional questions
• Includes daily shelving and shelf reading of materials
• A team member who welcomes and accepts input, seeks out advice on how to handle situations, and supports team members by keeping them informed and offering help
• Assist with basic computer troubleshooting, including copier, printing, and faxing
• Performs other duties as needed

Requirements:

• Comfortable enforcing behavior guidelines in line with the Library’s policies
• Ability to lift, push, pull and carry 25-40 lbs on a routine basis
  

A high school diploma or equivalent, along with some relevant library work and/or other work experiences are required. Past experience in a library setting is a plus.

Salary range is $16.50 per hour. Pro-rated leave included. Work schedule is approximately 19 hours a week, including evening (Wednesday) and weekend hours. Must pass a mandatory background check.

Position will remain open until it is filled.

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