Library Technician, Programming and Supply Order (Job# 2024-14) 

Essential Functions of the Job:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, receiving, unpacking, cataloging, and distributing new shipments of program supplies to the library branches; updating supervisor and/or team members immediately regarding problems with shipments; acquiring materials and processing invoices to appropriate staff for further handling; communicating delivery of supplies to appropriate staff at the branches; coordinating transit of program supplies to the branches; performing other library-related tasks as assigned by supervisor or branch manager.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent; some college or technical school coursework, one year of related customer service or library experience, or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities; reliable transportation to perform the essential functions of the position and to attend training, meetings, or other assigned duties at other branches or off-site locations as required.

Physical Demands:

Reading materials and providing verbal assistance to library users in English; manual dexterity to handle supplies and materials; intermittent sitting, standing, and walking; frequent bending, reaching, and stooping; lifting and carrying items weighing up to 35 lbs.; pushing or pulling objects weighing up to 100 lbs.; distinguishing sounds at various frequencies and volumes; distance vision sufficient to distinguish people or objects under a variety of light conditions; vision sufficient to view computer screens and labels under a variety of light conditions.

About SCLSNJ:

Somerset County Library System of New Jersey partners with you to connect, to explore, to share and to discover. Our vision is to work together to enrich lives, expand knowledge and strengthen communities. SCLSNJ is comprised of 11 locations that serve 15 member communities. For more information, visit SCLSNJ.org 

Position Title/Grade:

Library Technician

Grade N

Location/Department:

SCLSNJ System Services 

(located in the Bridgewater Branch)

Reports to:

Allie Ziff, 

Program and Outreach Manager

Job ID:

2024-14

Organization:

Somerset County Library System 

of New Jersey

Library Type:

Public

Job Type:

Part-time,

Non-exempt

Hourly Rate:

$19.59

Up to 20 hours per week

Schedule:

Primarily daytime hours Monday through Friday; since the library is open days and evenings, schedules may vary including some holidays, Saturdays, and Sundays for special events or programs; schedules are subject to change with notice. 

Please note that this is not a seasonal or temporary position.