Bernards Township Library has an immediate opening for TWO (2) Library Assistants (Salary Grade Level 1).
Schedule A is a 12-hour/week position (Monday 9am-1pm; Wednesday 5pm-9pm; Friday 1pm-5pm plus one Saturday and one Sunday per month).
Schedule B is a 17-hour/week position (Monday 9am-2pm; Wednesday 1pm-5pm; Thursday 5pm-9pm; Friday 1pm-5pm plus one Saturday and one Sunday per month).
The library is a vibrant and active cultural center that is highly valued by Township residents for its wide range of materials and services.
Principal Duties:
A successful applicant will work as a team player with other library staff members, be self-motivated with a willingness to learn, and strive to offer excellent customer service. The candidate will report to the Children's Supervisor and perform a variety of general library clerical duties, including (but not limited to): checking library materials in and out, assisting the public in the use of library resources and equipment, issuing library cards, assisting with displays and crafts, and more.
Job Requirements:
- Ability to accurately perform a considerable volume of routine, detailed work.
- Follow written and oral directions.
- Ability to multitask.
- Demonstrated capacity to deal tactfully and courteously with the public.
- Maintain effective working relationships with coworkers.
- Complete ease in the use of computers and digital devices is essential.
- Ability to readily adapt to a variety of assignments.
- Ability to lift 30 pounds and/or maneuver 50-pound book carts.
- Ability to retrieve library materials from both high and low-level shelving.
- Fluency in English sufficient to perform the duties of the position.
- Experience with Polaris/Leap is desirable but not required.
Education & Experience:
High school graduation or equivalency along with previous library experience or some college or library courses. Background in children's literature and knowledge of books/eBooks/movies, etc. helpful. Fluency in other languages is a plus.
Contact:
Send cover letter indicating preferred schedule and resume to Ellen Ryan, Supervising Librarian, Children's Services, at eryan [at] bernardslibrary.org.
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