Position Offered: Part-time Library Assistant(s)
Start Date: On or about May 15, 2023
Hours: Mon-Thurs 3pm-6pm; Saturdays 12pm-5pm; flexibility to cover other shifts as requested; depending on availability, position may be shared between two candidates
Education: 4 year degree from an accredited college or university preferred
Experience: Relevant library or other customer service experience preferred
Compensation: $20/hr
Job Summary: The Fort Lee Public Library, serving two culturally diverse communities of over 40,000, seeks an outgoing & dynamic individual to join our public services team. The qualified candidate will demonstrate commitment and the ability to deliver superior customer-driven services to the entire community. A proactive nature, flexibility, and a knack for creative problem solving are essential. Duties include assisting patrons of all ages with using the library’s resources, circulating and shelving library materials, and assisting with programs.
Visit https://fortleelibrary.org/about/employment/ for full job descriptions, employment application and instructions on how to apply.
Please email the following three (3) REQUIRED documents:
(1) Cover Letter, (2) Resume and (3) Fort Lee Library Employment Application to:
Jeanette Shelley, Head of Circulation: jeanette.shelley [at] fortlee.bccls.org
The Library can only consider candidates who submit all required paperwork.
APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED.
Only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
The selected candidate will be required to successfully pass Civil Service testing and requirements. Pre-employment background check required.
The Fort Lee Public Library hires under NJDOP and EOE Guidelines. As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies.