Full-Time Circulation Library Assistant - The Morristown & Morris Township Library
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Job Description:
Are you a people person and enjoy working with the public?
The Morristown & Morris Township Library is seeking a
friendly, customer service-oriented person to join our creative and dedicated
staff as a Library Assistant in the Circulation Department. The person in this
position helps patrons at our Circulation desk with checking out Library
materials, signing up patrons for their library cards, aiding patrons with
their accounts, answering the telephone, running various reports through our
online catalog system, unpacking and packing materials for delivery to other
libraries, emptying the book drops and other tasks.
Are you creative and have good ideas?
New ideas are always welcome and staff in the Circulation
Department also work on projects such as some evening programing, welcome
packets, fliers and other creative tasks. We like a person who can work
independently, but also work as a part of a great team here at the Library.
Have you ever wanted to work in a vibrant and historic downtown
area?
Our Library is located in the heart of historic Morristown near
many cultural and historical attractions and a wide array of dining and
nightlife. As a result, the Library receives many visitors, and we have active
participation with our residents and local businesses, both in person and
virtually.
What is the Library looking for in a candidate?
The ideal candidate will have great customer service experience,
can work with a variety of software (MS Office Suite, Google Suite, etc.) and
web browsers. Candidates will need a high school diploma, but some college
coursework is desirable. The candidate will do some shelving and moving of
collection materials and must be able to push book carts and lift up to ten
pounds. Fluency in Spanish is a plus as is knowledge of the working of
libraries. The Library is busy! We are looking for someone who enjoys staying
active and learning new things.
What are the perks for working at the Library?
This is a full-time position, 35 hours per week that includes some
evenings and weekends. The starting salary
is $34,500. The position includes a
pension plan (plus optional 403b), great vacation benefits, sick time, personal
days, holidays, great health insurance coverage, and an optional dental plan.
Added bonus: a great work environment with many friendly co-workers.
What is the Deadline to apply?
July 28, 2025
The Library strives to honor the broadest range of identities and
diverse social and historical experiences expressed in our communities, and are
an organization of information professionals dedicated to empowering others to
access, interpret, and create. We do this by intentionally developing a vibrant
collection of print and electronic resources and virtual and in-person
programming that reflects and celebrates the diversity of Morristown and Morris
Township. EOE
How do I apply?
Please
email a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information for three
references to Ruth Bensley at ruth.bensley@mmt.mainlib.org
Application link or email address: ruth.bensley@mmt.mainlib.org
Salary range or hourly wage: $34,500 starting salary
MLS required: No, an MLS is not required.
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