Part Time Youth Services Library Associate - Lawrence HQ Branch, Mercer County Library System

Part Time Library Associate, Youth Services, Lawrence Headquarters Branch

This 19-hour per week position requires Saturdays and two evenings per week. Other hours are to be scheduled. Please note, the Lawrence HQ Branch is open Sundays throughout the school years, and four of the County-observed holidays and applicants must be available to work on Sundays if necessary, and some of those holidays. 

Requirements: Applicant must have a Bachelor's Degree. We are seeking an energetic student enrolled in an MLS/MLIS program with a passion for working with young people.

The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, flexible, and have excellent customer service skills. The youth services associate will contribute, along with the rest of the Youth Services staff, to a vibrant and well-rounded Youth Services Department. A strong candidate will have robust communication and management skills and a willingness to work as part of a team. Experience using technology is required. 

 Typical responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Answering reference questions and providing readers’ advisory

• Planning and implementing a variety of programs for children of various ages, including story time and craft programs

• Accessing databases and other reference materials and showing patrons how to do so

• Participating in collection development

• Assisting with outreach events as needed

• Creating bulletin boards and displays

• Contributing to library social media campaigns

This position requires Mercer County residency. This title is covered under AFSCME local 3566. The current salary range range for this position is: U67: $19.96 - $26.32 p/hr.  Applications will be accepted until a candidate is found; only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

To Apply:

Candidate subject to all New Jersey Civil Service requirements. Mercer County residency required within one (1) year of employment. Send application, cover letter and resume to Mercer County Library System via email at: director@mcl.org. 

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH MERCER COUNTY:

Mercer County is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, financial security, and professional development of our employees. Benefits include:

• Access to health and wellness coverage for FT employees
• Retirement and deferred compensation plans
• Generous paid time off and leave programs
• Ongoing training and tuition assistance

Mercer County EEO/ Civil Service Statement & Residency Requirements:

Mercer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, religion, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, disability, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.

As a Civil Service employer under the State of New Jersey, all candidates must comply with New Jersey Civil Service Commission regulations and guidelines. Mercer County residency is required. Non-residents must establish residency within one (1) year of employment.

Mercer County is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws, specifically in accordance with the New Jersey State Policy Prohibiting Discrimination in the Workplace.