Branch Services Library Assistant [Full-Time] - North Plainfield Branch, SCLSNJ

Library Assistant, Branch Services (Job# 2025-30)

Essential Functions of the Job:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, performing direct patron service at community events or at an SCLSNJ service desk including Youth Services, Adult Services and Circulation, reference and readers’ advisory services to the public by using 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; performing outreach services and performing other library-related tasks as assigned by the supervisor or Branch Manager.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree preferred, two years of related patron service, library, teaching or computer training experience, or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities; must reside in the of 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 and 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; ability to perform the essential functions of this position in areas of the building that are only accessible by using stairs; 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

How to apply: submit a cover letter, resume with the completed SCLSNJ application. Applications can be found on our employment page: https://sclsnj.org/get-involved/work-at-sclsnj/

Email: jobs@sclibnj.org. We only accept attachments in PDF or Microsoft Word format. Must include the Job ID 2025-30 on all submitted materials - closes 10/30/2025

Position Title/Grade: Branch Services Library Assistant/Grade M

Location/Department:

North Plainfield/Branch Services

Reports to:

The Branch Services Supervisor (Librarian II)

Job ID:

2025-30

Organization:

Somerset County Library System of New Jersey

Library Type:

Public

Job Type:

Full-time, Non-exempt

Annual Salary & Benefits:

$38,875

35 hours per week Paid Time Off

NJ Public Employee Retirement System (PERS)

Schedule:

Since the library is open on days and evenings, the schedule may vary, including Saturday rotation, occasional Sundays and holidays; the schedule is subject to change with notice.

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