Temporary Part-Time Teen Services Library Assistant

Long Branch Free Public Library; New Jersey; On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

The Long Branch Free Public Library is seeking a teen services assistant for a six-month assignment in the Teen Department. The role focuses on planning and delivering diverse teen programs and services for ages 12-17, with emphasis on customer service and program coordination.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, strong computer skills, and the ability to communicate clearly with patrons. Bilingual abilities are a plus, and the position is scheduled Mon/Tue evenings, with additional

Qualifications

• The candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong customer service and computer skills are required.
• Good organizational ability and attention to detail.
• Ability to understand and apply library policies; familiarity with YA materials helpful.
• Background in literature is a plus; knowledge of teens preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver diverse teen programs and services for ages 12-17.
• Provide readers’ advisory by leveraging the library’s holdings and patrons’ reading habits.
• Check shelves and organize materials appropriately.
• Teach use of the library catalog and online resources to patrons, staff, and volunteers.
• Explain library policy to the public and other libraries as needed.
• Attend staff meetings and periodic trainings; participate in additional duties as assigned by Family Services Manager or Director.

Skills

Customer service

Computer skills

Organizational skills

Patron support

Bilingual

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Library Catalog

Online resources

Job description

Department: Teen Department

6 month assignment
Hourly Wage: $19.19

Bilingual (English/Spanish or Portuguese) a plus

Schedule: Mon & Tue 4pm-8pm, Wed & Thur 4pm-7pm, and Saturdays 12pm-5pm

The Long Branch Free Public Library is the place where tradition and innovation meet. We are a nationally recognized library seeking a welcoming, customer service-focused, and energetic individual to join a stellar Family Services team. This position plans and delivers a full range of diverse and innovative programs, and services to meet the needs of teens (12-17).

Examples of work:

• Plans and delivers a full range of diverse and innovative teen programs, and services
• Provide readers’ advisory services by developing knowledge of the library’s holdings, and patron’s reading habits
• Check shelves to ensure materials are organized properly.
• Understand how to use the catalog and other online resources. Provide instruction in their use to patrons, staff, and volunteers.
• Explain library policy to members of the public and other libraries as needed.
• Attend staff meetings and periodic training as required.
• Participate in additional responsibilities assigned by the Family Services Manager or Director.

Required knowledge and abilities:

• Ability to converse clearly and courteously with patrons and staff.
• Must have strong customer service and computer skills.
• Strong organizational ability.
• Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret policies and procedures of the library.
• Knowledge of young adult books and various authors — background in literature helpful.
• Perform other duties specific to the Teen Department including but not limited to: leading book clubs, aiding with art projects and library décor, and assisting with special events, parties or programs.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

This is a civil service position

328 Broadway, Long Branch, NJ 07740

Phone: [phone] ext. 2320