Part Time Senior Library Assistant, Piscataway Public Library

Date postedMarch 25, 2025
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Organization: Piscataway Public Library

Position title: Part Time Senior Library Assistant

Job Description:

User Services Department

Under the direction of the Supervising Library Assistant for User Services, Performs a variety of circulation and service related functions as well as providing an excellent customer experience. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

  • Circulation duties including charging/renewing/discharging materials; entering and updating library cards; handling issues with overdues and other account information; and handling money through accepting fees

  • Handling and routing system, consortium, and ILL holds

  • Technical services assignments to support the processing of library materials

  • Following all safety procedures, including procedures for opening and closing the building

  • Maintaining order and appearance in the library and the collection as needed

  • Prioritizing customer service

  • Understanding, following, and promoting established library policy and procedures

  • Involvement in professional development and/or community-building opportunities and activities

  • Assistance with consistent supervision and training of part-time Library Assistants and Pages

  • Emphasizing teamwork and communication within the department for the benefit of library users and the organization as a whole

  • Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION

  • High School Diploma or possession of an approved High School Equivalency Certificate

  • Minimum of one year of experience with library circulation work

  • Ability to understand, remember, and carry out oral and written directions

  • Ability to communicate courteously and clearly with customers, staff, and other organizations

  • Knowledge of Windows environment, typing and mouse operation, Internet searching, use of email and standard office computer programs

  • Competency in the use of relevant technology 

  • Commitment to deliver excellent customer service

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • The ability to stand, sit, walk, and stoop in provision of library service

  • The ability to handle, reach for and carry materials up to 20 lbs.

  • Dexterity to operate keyboards and other office equipment

  • Visual acuity to read print and computer screens

  • Vocal ability to communicate clearly and courteously

  • The ability to write clearly and effectively

  • Hearing to perceive information at normal spoken word levels

  • The ability to travel between libraries

SCHEDULE 

Up to 21 hours per week to include daytime hours, two evenings per week and rotating shifts on Saturdays and Sundays.  

SALARY : $29.40 per hour    

NOTICES

  • The successful candidate must comply with the "New Jersey First Act"

  • All Piscataway Township employees over 18 are subject to the successful completion of a 3-month performance evaluation period

  • Offers of employment will be conditional pending the completion of a criminal background check and drug screening as part of our pre-employment procedures

  • Piscataway Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer                                                                                                 

TO APPLY

Email cover letter expressing interest in the position and resume to Merry Jones, Supervisor of User Services at mjones@piscatawaylibrary.org, by Tuesday, April 8, 2025.

Review of applications will begin immediately.

Application link or email address: mjones@piscatawaylibrary.org

Salary range or hourly wage: $29.40 per hour

MLS required: No, an MLS is not required.

Job focus:

Circulation
Support Staff/Paraprofessional

Work schedule: 

Part-Time

 

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