Part-time Library Assistant (Two Positions), Highland Park Public Library

Job Title: Part-time Library Assistant (Two Positions), Highland Park Public Library

Circulation Department

This person performs routine library circulation functions and provides excellent customer service. This position is essential to the daily functioning of the library.

SCHEDULE: This library is hiring two part-time Library Assistants. Their schedules will be as follows:

Position 1: Tues., Weds., Thurs., & Every Other Sun.

Tuesdays: 5pm - 9pm
Wednesdays: 10am-1pm
Thursdays: 10am - 5pm
Every Other Sunday: 1pm - 5pm

Position 2: Mon., Weds., Fri., & Every Other Sun.

Mondays: 5pm - 9pm
Wednesdays: 1pm - 5pm
Fridays: 10am - 5pm
Every Other Sunday: 1pm - 5pm

SALARY AND BENEFITS: $17.00 per hour. These positions include paid sick time. The Highland Park Public Library also offers a strong commitment to staff training and development.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Understanding and following established library policies and procedures
Shelving, shelf-reading, and maintaining general orderliness of shelves and public areas
Charging / renewing / discharging materials in an automated system
Entering and updating library cards in an automated system
Handling issues with overdue items and other account information
Handling money through accepting fines and fees
Handling incoming reserves and pulling expired holds
Emptying internal and external book drops
Answering the phone and responding to directional and informational questions
Following opening and closing procedures for the library building
Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION

Must be at least 18 years of age
Ability to understand, remember, and carry out oral and written directions
Ability to communicate courteously and clearly with customers and staff
Ability to sort alphabetically and numerically
Ability to learn routine operations of computer equipment
Knowledge of Windows environment, basic typing and mouse operation, use of email and standard office computer programs
Ability to speak fluently in languages other than English highly desirable, but not required
Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.

TO APPLY

Email your letter of interest, resume and HPPL employment application to Michael Bobish at [email protected] with the subject line “Library Assistant Position.” In your email, please indicate which specific positions you’re applying for (Position 1 and/or Position 2). Employment applications can be found at

https://www.hpplnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/HPPL_Employment_Application_8_23.pdf .

This position remains open until filled; applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The only applicants contacted are those the library elects to interview.

The Borough of Highland Park and Highland Park Public Library are Equal Opportunity Employers (EOE). Applicants must comply with the "New Jersey First Act.” All Highland Park Borough employees over 18 are required to complete a background check and hiring is contingent on a clean record.

Application link or email address:
https://www.hpplnj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/HPPL_Employment_Application_8_23.pdf

MLS or Library School Required:
No

Salary Meets NJLA Minimum:

Job Focus:
Circulation
Part-Time
Public/Adult Service