Part Time Library Assistant - Circ and Info Desk - West Deptford Free Public Library

Date postedJanuary 5, 2026
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Job Description:

POSITION: PART- TIME LIBRARY
ASSISTANT- CIRCULATION AND INFORMATION

DEFINITION


Performs responsible clerical and paraprofessional
circulation or other support duties under the supervision of the Library
Manager and Library Director.

HOURS:   Mondays and Wednesdays from 4pm-8pm, every
other Saturday from 10-3pm (21 hours per pay period, paid biweekly).

PAY:  $16.50/hr

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS FOR THE CIRCULATION DESK

  • Charges
        and discharges library materials, collects fines, register new patrons and
        issues library cards.
  • Assists
        the public in the use of library resources and equipment.
  • Answers
        questions on library organization, holdings, policies and procedures.
  • Checks
        and maintains shelves to ensure correct order.
  • Accepts
        reserves for library materials and notifies patrons when items are
        available.
  • Opens
        building at the start of the business day and closes the building at the
        end of the day.
  • Handles
        overdue notices in accordance with library policy.
  • Collects
        data for statistical reports.
  • Performs
        other duties as assigned.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS FOR THE INFORMATION DESK



  • Answers reference questions asked in person,
        virtually or by telephone.
  • Assists patrons in the use of electronic
        reference products and the online catalog (OPAC).
  • Answers patron inquiries pertaining to physical
        locations of library materials.
  • Assists patrons with the use of public computers
        and printers.
  • Assists patrons in placing requests through
        interlibrary loan.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES



  • Ability to plan, coordinate
        and direct work.
  • Ability to create a pleasant,
        helpful atmosphere.
  • Ability to relate tactfully
        and courteously with the public and to maintain effective working
        relationships with other employees.
  • Ability to exercise
        initiatives, to stimulate interest and encourage participation in reading
        and other library activities.
  • Knowledge of current events,
        popular, local and popular culture.
  • Strong organizational and
        communication skills.

 LIBRARY KNOWLEDGE,
SKILLS, ABILITIES



  • Thorough
        knowledge of library and clerical terminology, library procedures use of
        computers and other equipment.
  • Ability
        to deal tactfully and courteously with the general public and to maintain
        effective working relationships with other library staff.
  • Ability
        to maintain established library records and files.
  • Knowledge
        of books and background in literature helpful.
  • Strong
        organizational ability.
  • Ability
        to comprehend, analyze and interpret regulations, policies and procedures
        of the library.



QUALIFICATIONS



  • High
        School graduate or equivalent.
  • Previous
        library experience or some college or library courses preferred.
  • Familiarity
        with computers.


 

APPLICATIONS DUE:  January
23, 2026. Applications can be picked up at the circulation desk.

Per the NJ First
Act, residency in New Jersey is required within one year from date of
hire. West Deptford Residency preferred.

West Deptford Free
Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.



Application link or email address: admin@westdeptford.lib.nj.us

Salary range or hourly wage: $16.50/hr

MLS required: No, an MLS is not required.

Job focus: Support Staff/Paraprofessional

Work schedule: Part-Time

 

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