The Mountainside Public Library seeks a friendly, detail-oriented part-time Library Assistant to work at the circulation desk of a small community-focused library.
Responsibilities
Duties include, but are not limited to, checking library materials in and out, assisting the public in the use of library resources and equipment, issuing library cards, answering telephones, and opening and closing the library.
Requirements:
Candidates must:
- Have a high school diploma required; some college preferred
- Have a professional, friendly manner
- Have strong customer service experience in-person and on the telephone
- Be a team player
- Be able to multitask and manage interruptions
- Be detail-oriented
- Be computer literate and comfortable using common software as well as the Internet
- Be able to stand for long periods of time, stoop, and handle some light lifting.
Previous library or retail experience is a plus, but not required
This position is 12 hours per week divided into 3- or 4-hour shifts. Shifts will include either Monday or Thursday evening until 8pm, Thursday afternoon until 6pm (if not working Thursday evening), and either Friday morning or Friday afternoon until 5pm. The exact schedule will be determined upon hiring. Approximately one Saturday per month is required in addition to regularly scheduled hours.
Compensation:
- Hourly rate: $14.00
- Sick leave in accordance with NJ State requirements.
- Limited holiday pay.
Apply:
Email letter of interest and resume to mpldirector [at] mountainsidelibrary.org with subject line CIRCULATION ASSISTANT. Candidates who do not provide a letter of interest will not be considered. Only candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted. Please no phone calls or emails.