Circulation Assistant - Mountainside Library
Job Description:
Mountainside Public Library
Part-Time Circulation Assistant, Evening and Weekend Hours Required
The Mountainside Public Library seeks two flexible, friendly, detail-oriented part-time Library Assistant to work at the circulation desk of a small community-focused library. Each position is 8-12 hours per week plus a regular Saturday rotation approximately once every 4 weeks.
Responsibilities
Duties include, but are not limited to, working with the public to check library materials in and out, assisting the public in the use of library resources and equipment including computers and copy machines, issuing library cards, answering telephones, and opening and closing the library. Additional back office responsibilities may include retrieving requested items from library shelves, packing and unpacking items for transit, book repair, assisting with library programs, and other projects as assigned.
Requirements:
Candidates must:
- Have a high school diploma required; some college preferred
- Have a professional, courteous, and friendly manner
- Have strong customer service experience in-person and on the telephone
- Be a team player
- Be able to multitask and manage interruptions
- Be detail-oriented
- Be computer literate and comfortable using common software as well as the Internet
- Be able to stand for long periods of time, stoop, and handle some light lifting.
Previous library or retail experience is a plus, but not required
Shifts available: Mondays 9am-1pm, Tuesdays 2-6pm, Wednesdays 9am-1pm, Thursdays 4-8pm, and Fridays 1-5pm. Each position will be assigned 2-3 of the available shifts. The Saturday rotation will be determined upon hiring.
Compensation:
- Hourly rate: $17.00/hour
- Sick leave exceeds NJ State requirements
- Limited holiday pay
- Mandatory participation in State pension plan
To Apply:
- Email cover letter and resume to Library Director at mpldirector@mountainsidelibrary.org.
- No phone calls or in-person inquiries, please.
- Please provide a letter of interest and resume and indicate which shifts are preferred.
- Positions are open until filled
Application link or email address: mpldirector@mountainsidelibrary.org
Salary range or hourly wage: $17.00/hr
MLS required: No, an MLS is not required.
Job focus: Circulation
Work schedule: Part-Time