Avalon Library and History Center – Part Time Year-Round Job Opening
POSTING DATE: September 23, 2025
Apply by submitting a cover letter, resume, and three professional references by email to jobs [at] avalonfreelibrary.org (jobs[at]avalonfreelibrary[dot]org)
Application Deadline: October 17, 2025 - 5pm
Must be at least 18 years old to apply. Employment offers are conditional upon a successful background and reference check and include a probationary period.
Part-Time Library Assistant
$20./hour, 19 hours, week.
PT employment includes NJ Sick leave and enrollment in NJ DCRP.
Anticipated schedule: Thursdays 9am-2pm, Fridays 9am-5pm, Saturdays 9am-5pm
Love working with the public and connecting with people of all ages? The Avalon Library & History Center is seeking a customer service-focused individual to join its Patron Services team as a part-time assistant. In this role, responsibilities include helping patrons at the circulation desk and with computers and mobile devices. Other duties, including shelving and occasional outreach engagement can be expected. Library use can vary throughout the year and the successful candidate will appreciate the steady off-season atmosphere, as well as a very active summer season.
Who are we looking for? We’re looking for a team player, looking for part time employment, who enjoys the connection that comes from working as part of a team tasked with serving the public. They should possess the communication and technology skills required to connect with patrons onsite and online and be comfortable with varying levels of foot traffic. Customer service and/or teaching experience, required. Experience working in a public library, preferred.
Access full job description here: https://www.avalonfreelibrary.org/sites/default/files/2025-09/PT%20Library%20Assistant%20JD_2025.pdf
$20 per hour