The Franklin Township Public Library (Gloucester County) seeks a motivated and friendly team member who is comfortable using technology and can provide excellent customer service. The schedule is between 20-27 hours weekly, nights and Saturdays.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Circulation tasks including using the Integrated Library System (ILS), checking materials in and out, handling cash for fines and fees, placing holds, registering library cardholders, and updating patron records.
- Answering patron questions for information, directions, and reading recommendations in person and by phone.
- Assisting patrons using Library computers or personal devices to access the Internet, digital resources, or computer programs; photocopier, scanner, and fax machine, as well as mobile printing.
- Maintaining the Library collection by shelving, shelf-reading, and processing materials.
- Promoting materials and programming.
- Enforce policies
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Ability to work well with persons of all ages
- Excellent computer skills with the ability to learn quickly
- Attention to detail
- Comfortable working independently completing tasks as well as with other team members
- Ability to carry light loads weighing up to 20 lbs and push a rolling book cart weighing up to 100 lbs
- Ability to sit or stand for extended lengths of time
- Ability to bend, stretch, and lift arms above shoulder height
Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must have High School Diploma or GED
- Experience working in a public library or customer service environment preferred
Schedule
- This position is evenings and Saturdays.
- Saturdays: the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th Saturdays of the month will be regularly-scheduled days. 1st Saturday of the month coverage, if needed.
- Evenings: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday will be regularly-scheduled.
- Flexibility for other coverage as needed, day or evening, preferred.
Salary & Benefits
- This position is hourly, with a minimum starting hourly wage of $15.49.
- All part-time Library staff are eligible for accrued sick time based on the requirements of the New Jersey Paid Sick Leave Law.
- All part-time Library staff receive one floating holiday annually
- There are no health benefits offered
To Apply
-
Must complete a job application (available to download at https://ftlnj.org/employment/) Applications must be legibly printed or, preferably, typed, and submitted by email to director [at] ftlnj.org (director[at]ftlnj[dot]org).
Resumes may be included in the email.
- Selected candidate will be required to have a background check
Franklin Township Public Library
1584 Coles Mill Rd, Franklinville, NJ 08322
This position is hourly, with a minimum starting hourly wage of $15.49