Library Assistant / Page - Youth Services Department - Part-Time - Library of the Chathams
Job Description:
Position
Available: Library Assistant / Page – Youth Services Department - Part-Time
Hours:
Shelving hours are: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3 to 6 p.m.
Desk
shifts are: Fridays from 1 to 6 p.m. and one Saturday a month from 9:30 a.m. to
5 p.m.
Additional
weekend and substitute hours as mutually agreeable.
Position Summary:
The Library of the Chathams seeks a motivated individual to join our team as a
part-time Library Assistant/Page. Reporting to the Youth Services Department
Head, the successful candidate will primarily be responsible for staffing the
Children’s Room, assisting children and caregivers in finding books, shelving
and maintaining the order of library materials, and ensuring an inviting and
organized environment for patrons.
Responsibilities:
- Shelve returned materials accurately and efficiently.
- Read and organize shelves to maintain proper order.
- Empty book drops and secure them as directed.
- Assist in the Children’s Department as needed,
including:
- Charging and discharging library materials.
- Answering and routing telephone calls.
- Providing basic assistance to patrons.
- Monitor building conditions, including stacks,
restrooms, and meeting rooms, and report any issues.
- Perform related duties as assigned to support library
operations.
Qualifications:
- Attention to detail and ability to alphabetize and
organize materials accurately.
- Dependable and punctual.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Customer service experience preferred.
Rate of Pay: $15.49 per hour
Benefits: May
be eligible for membership in the New Jersey Defined Contributions Retirement
Plan
To Apply: Please
send your application or résumé to apply@chathamlibrary.org
Application link or email address: apply@chathamlibrary.org
Salary range or hourly wage: $15.49/hour
MLS required: No, an MLS is not required.
Job focus: Circulation, Youth Services
Work schedule: Part-Time