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The Scotch Plains Public Library is seeking two energetic, customer service oriented individuals to work in our busy circulation department.
Schedule
12-19 hours per week, includes daytime, evening, and Saturday hours
General Summary
- The Library Assistant performs general reception duties including fielding in-person and on the telephone informational and directional questions from patrons.
- Must be able to exercise judgment in public service situations and perform several jobs simultaneously.
- Performs procedures related to circulation of materials, including check in and out of library material, collection of fees and fines and registration of library members.
- Works effectively and courteously with the general public and other employees.
Education, Experience, and Training
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Windows and Office products required. Keyboarding skill required.
- Customer service experience in a library, office, or retail environment is required.
- Strong phone and interpersonal skills are required.
- Ability to learn the library’s shelving and classification systems and shelve materials alphabetically and numerically is required.
Salary
$17.47 per hour
Application
Applications will be accepted until February 1, 2023. Please email cover letter, resume, and two references to Library Director, Michelle Willis at mwillis [at] scotlib.org. Only candidates scheduled for interviews will be notified. The Scotch Plains Public Library is a Civil Service facility and the applicant must comply with the New Jersey First Act.