Essential Functions of the Job:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, performing direct patron service at community events or at an SCLSNJ service desk including reference and readers’ advisory services to the public and uses appropriate tools and resources to identify sources for customers; performing off-desk responsibilities; planning, promoting and implementing library programs that encourage library usage and supports the goals of the SCLSNJ Strategic Plan, community needs, and changes in the technology and trends in the library services; assisting with maintaining and promoting library collections; and performing other library-related tasks as assigned by supervisor or branch manager.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree preferred; two years of related patron service, library, teaching or computer training experience, or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities; reliable transportation to attend trainings, meetings, or other assigned duties at other branches or off-site locations as required.
Physical Demands:
Reading materials and providing verbal assistance to library users in English; manual dexterity to handle books, software, and a variety of other media formats; intermittent sitting, standing, and walking; ability to perform the essential functions of this position in areas of the building that are only accessible by using stairs; occasional bending, reaching, and stooping; lifting and carrying items weighing up to 20 lbs.; pushing or pulling objects weighing up to 100 lbs.; distinguishing sounds at various frequencies and volumes; distance vision sufficient to distinguish people or objects under a variety of light conditions; vision sufficient to view computer screens and spine labels under a variety of light conditions.
Job Type: Part-time, Non-exempt
Hourly:$19.95 - Up to 20 hours per week
Schedule: Since the library is open days and evenings, schedules may vary; including Saturday rotation; some holidays; The schedule is subject to change with notice.
Submissions:
Library Assistant, Adult Services (Job# 2023-66) on documents
Submit your cover letter and resume: to jobs [at] sclibnj.org or drop them off at any of our branch locations during open hours. Interviews will be held in person at the Warren branch. No calls, please.