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Job Title: Library Assistant - Children's Department - The Long Branch Free Public Library Part-Time Library Assistant Position Available Fluency in Spanish and/or Portuguese preferred Department: Children’s Department Pay Rate:$17.98 Schedule: Monday-Thursday 10am-2pm Saturday 10am-2pm Definition: The Long Branch Free Public Library is the place where tradition and innovation meet. We are a nationally recognized library seeking a welcoming, customer service-focused, and energetic individual to join a stellar team. This position plans and delivers a full range of diverse and innovative programs, and services to meet the needs of children (birth-11), families, and caregivers. Examples of work: ● Charges and discharges library materials, issues library cards, reserves items, and responds to patron questions in person, on the phone, and electronically. ● Provide readers’ advisory services by developing knowledge of the library’s holdings, and patron’s reading habits ● Check shelves to ensure materials are organized properly. ● Understand how to use the catalog and other online resources. Provide instruction in their use to patrons, staff, and volunteers. ● Explain library policy to members of the public and other libraries as needed. ● Attend staff meetings and periodic training as required. ● Participate in additional assigned responsibilities as assigned by the Family Service Manager or Director. Required knowledge and abilities: ● Ability to converse clearly and courteously with patrons and staff. ● Must have strong customer service and computer skills. ● Strong organizational ability. ● Ability to comprehend, analyze and interpret policies and procedures of the library. ● Knowledge of books and various authors — background in literature helpful. ● Perform other duties specific to the Children’s Department including but not limited to: leading story times, assisting with school visits, aiding with art projects and library décor, and assisting with special events, parties or programs. Required Qualifications ● High school diploma or equivalent This position is a civil service position Please send resumes to Nekesha Marshall at [email protected] phone: 732.222.3900 ext.2330 Application link or email address: MLS or Library School Required: Job Focus: |