Circ​/Tech Services Library Assistant Scotch Plains Public Library

Circ/Tech Services Library Assistant (p/t)- Scotch Plains Public Library

Title:
Circulation/Technical Processing Library Assistant (Part-time)

Salary: $18.71 per hour

Schedule

Approximately 15-20 hours per week (evening and Saturday availability is required). Weekday shifts are scheduled on a static basis. Saturday shifts are scheduled on a rotating basis.

Job Summary

• Performs procedures related to the circulation of materials, including but not limited to check in and out of library material, collection of fees and fines, registration of library patrons, renewing library patron cards, and shelving materials
• Performs general reception duties including fielding in-person and on the telephone informational and directional questions from patrons.
• Shares responsibilities for item repair and processing of items for circulation.
• Must be able to exercise judgment in public service situations, be organized, and be able to multitask as needed.
• Works effectively and courteously with the general public and other employees.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Possess customer service experience in a library, retail, or office environment.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Windows and Office products.
• Demonstrate strong phone, keyboarding, and interpersonal skills.
• Possess strong attention to detail.
• Able to learn the library’s shelving and classification systems and shelve materials alphabetically and numerically.
• Able to bend repeatedly, place items overhead and/or below waist level and transport library materials on a cart.

This position accrues paid sick, vacation, and personal time.

Applications will be accepted until September 30, 2025. Please email a cover letter, resume, and two references to the Circulation Supervisor at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).

Only candidates scheduled for interviews will be notified. The Scotch Plains Public Library is a Civil Service facility, and the applicant must comply with the New Jersey First Act.

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