2026-03 North Plainfield branch, Branch Services Library Assistant (Part-time) - SCLSNJ

Library Assistant, Branch Services (Job# 2026-03)

Essential Functions of the Job:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, performing direct patron service during community events and at an SCLSNJ service desk including circulation, reference and readers’ advisory services to the public and uses appropriate tools and resources to identify sources for customers; planning, promoting and implementing library programs that encourage library usage and supports the goals of the SCLSNJ Strategic Plan, community needs, and changes in technology and trends in library services; providing administrative support to the branch and Branch Manager; performing outreach services;  and performing other library-related tasks as assigned by supervisor or branch manager.

Minimum Qualifications:

A high school diploma or GED is required and two years of post-secondary education is preferred along with library experience, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities; must reside in the State of New Jersey within one year of employment unless exempted by law; reliable transportation to attend training, meetings, or other assigned duties at other branches or off-site locations as required.

Preferred: Bilingual in English/ Spanish.

Physical Demands:

Reading materials and providing verbal assistance to library users in English; manual dexterity to use keyboard and other office equipment; generally sedentary position with occasional standing and walking ; occasional 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 spine 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 9 locations that serve 15 member communities. For more information, visit SCLSNJ.org

Position Title/Grade:

Library Assistant/ Grade M

Location/Department:

North Plainfield branch/Branch Services

Reports to:

The Branch Manager

Job ID:

2026-03

Organization:

Somerset County Library System

of New Jersey - www.sclsnj.org

Library Type:

Public

Job Type:

Part-time, Non-exempt

Permanent  | On-site

Hourly Rate & Benefits:

$21.36 | up to 20 hours per week

Earned Sick Leave

NJ State Defined Contribution Retirement Plan (DCRP)

Schedule:

Work schedules may include day, evening, and weekend hours as part of a regular rotation. Occasional Sunday and holiday assignments may be required. Schedules are subject to change with reasonable notice.

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