Full Time Library Assistant - Mercer County Library System, Lawrence HQ Branch
Job Description:
This is a 35 hour per week position that includes one evening per week, rotating Saturdays and Sundays throughout the school year. Please remember that the Lawrence HQ Branch is one of four branches open on four Mercer County-observed holidays and as such, the successful candidate will be required to be available to work some of these.
The successful candidate will have excellent customer service skills and a willingness to be a part of a team environment while working with a diverse public. Computer proficiency is required, including knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Working knowledge of Symphony library software is also a plus. Candidates should also exhibit a strong sense of friendly professionalism, flexibility, efficiency, and should contribute new ideas that will help the branch and larger library system to better serve its community.
Typical responsibilities include, but are not limited to: general circulation desk duties, processing patron hold requests and reports, assisting patrons with locating library materials, answering the branch telephone, shelf reading, emptying the book drop, assisting in repairing library materials, creating displays and shelving as needed. Participating in the library’s social media campaigns, writing occasional blog posts are also required, as is participation in outreach events. An awareness of the library’s physical and digital resources, including how to assist patrons with general information about the library’s app and other electronic services. Other duties and a complete job description may be found on the NJ Civil Service Commission website.
This title is civil service and affiliated with the AFSCME Local 2287. The salary range, which is W02, is $33,683 to $45,221 in eight steps.
Application link or email address: director@mcl.org
Salary range or hourly wage: $33,683 to $45,221
MLS required: No, an MLS is not required.
Job focus: Circulation, Public/Adult Service
Work schedule: Full-Time