Part-Time Library Specialist-Outreach Services

Are you looking for a position that combines both your organizational and customer service skills? Gloucester County is in search of a part-time Library Specialist to offer Outreach Services for our awesome Gloucester Community.

Are you energetic, a self-starter, and have a passion for customer service? If so, we want you to join our team!

This is a part-time position, requiring approximately 20 hours per week.

Under supervision, performs para-professional library work developing and delivering outreach services in the County. Performs circulation duties, readers’ advisory and reference and conducts programs for all ages; drives the outreach vehicle and ensures timely vehicle maintenance.

Employee must exercise tact and courtesy in all contacts with library patrons and the public.

Reports to Library Director.

• Coordinates and develops special programs/classes/events/activities for community locations including, but not limited to, assisted living facilities, schools, neighborhoods, community centers, and community events.
• Develops routes and schedules outreach visits in the County.
• Assists patrons with reader services and inquiries regarding various topics.
• Performs tasks at in-house circulation desks as needed.
• Assists patrons with the use of computers and other equipment including copiers and printers.
• Assists patrons with the use of library databases.
• Answers phone, opens/closes library locations on rotating shifts, and provides technical assistance to patrons using library computers, printers, copiers, and other public equipment.
• Registers patrons for library programs and based on assignment, may assist with implementing and promoting special events and activities.
• Attends seminars and workshops relevant to library services.
• May operate County vehicle to retrieve and distribute interoffice mail, deposit monies, and transport library materials and supplies between County libraries.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Possession of a valid driver’s license; possess and maintain a driving record that meets established Gloucester County Driving Standards.

• Possession of a high school diploma/GED supplemented by secondary coursework in child development, children/adult literature. Associate Degree preferred.
• Two (2) years of progressive experience in public library work.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.

Gloucester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug Free Workplace.

OUR Community:
Gloucester County