Library Assistant - Collections and Acquisitions 

Part-time: $19.91/hr.

Reports To:  Managing Librarian - Collections and Acquisitions

General Statement of Duties:  Assists in the processing and cataloging of Library materials. 

Responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to the following:

• Assists in implementing the goals and objectives of the Collection and Acquisitions Department and the Old Bridge Public library.
  • Maintains an appropriate professional appearance in dress and manner at all times.
  • Performs other job-related tasks as assigned.
  • Opens and sorts arriving library materials.
  • Checks in, sorts, prepares and shelves periodical publications.
  • Processes new materials and repairs damaged materials for use by the public.
  • May shelve library materials and keep shelves in order.
  • Handles routine acquisition problems.
  • Works with other staff members to assist with collection development tasks.
  • Participates in continuing education workshops and other activities for the staff.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
  • Must be organized, detail-oriented, work accurately and work with minimal supervision.
  • Excellent problem-solving, interpersonal and communication skills.
  • English language fluency in written and spoken form.
  • Ability to understand oral and written instructions.
  • Some knowledge of office procedures, computers and MS Office.
  • Must be able to lift, carry and bend.

Applications are available at Old Bridge Public Library, 1 Old Bridge Plaza, Old Bridge, NJ 08857

https://oldbridgelibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/obpl-employment-application.pdf

Applications must be submitted to Linda Reynolds, Executive Assistant for Personnel.

No phone call please.

Email: lreynolds [at] oldbridgelibrary.org (lreynolds[at]oldbridgelibrary[dot]org)

The application deadline for this posting is 4/24/26.