Job Summary:
The library assistant will be responsible for circulation duties, providing simple reference and basic reader’s advisory services, and perform basic assistance on library technology. The position may include technical services and other duties as assigned.
The position is approximately 18-25 hours per week, a commitment to cover weekend hours in the rotation schedule.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
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Creates and maintains a welcoming, organized, accessible and safe environment for patrons and staff.
- Charges and discharges library material
- Issues, updates and manages library cards, lost cards, and library user accounts
- Collects library fines and fees for library materials and services
- Handles and processes the library incoming and outgoing holds
- Provides directional and simple reference services in person or over the phone
- Assists with library curbside pickup or other services assigned
- Performs basic public assistance on library computers, scanner, copier, and fax machine
- Sorts and distributes incoming mail and processes periodicals
- Shelves library materials, does shelf-reading and
- Other related duties as assigned
Qualifications/Requirements:
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Strong interpersonal skills
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Ability to speak, write and communicate effectively in English
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Strong commitment to providing excellent customer services
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Computer literacy including basic knowledge and skills of MS Office and Windows
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Ability to resolve customer computer issues
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Experience with tablets and other electronic devices
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Ability to assist with computer maintenance and updates
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Ability to learn and adopt new technology
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High School diploma or equivalent technical or trade school
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Ability to bend, push, reach and lift up to 25 lbs.
Salary: $17.37 per hour
Please email your cover letter and resume to Rebecca FrancoMartin, Director: rfrancomartin [at] metuchenlibrary.org.