Library Assistant - Part Time - Red Bank Public Library

Library Assistant - Part Time - Red Bank Public Library

Red Bank Public Library is accepting applications for the title of Library Assistant to work in the Circulation Department as well as the Children’s Department, a part-time position. The library is located in Monmouth County and is a member of STELLA (Sharing & Technology Enhancing Local Library Access)

• The work week is an average of 20 hours, including daytime, evening and a Saturday rotation.
• Handle all aspects of circulation including check in/out library materials on automated circulation systems. Renew materials in person, over the phone.
• Answer the phone and refer calls to the appropriate extension.
• Assist patrons with library app use and material searches.
• Answer basic questions and refer inquiries to appropriate departments.
• Collect payment for lost items, copier use, used books.
• Prepare interlibrary loan items for shipping.
• Shelve materials, tidy shelves, and put materials in correct call number and alphabetical order.
• Rearrange and move collections as requested to make room for new materials.
• Perform additional related tasks as requested by the supervisor or administrative staff.

Qualifications

• Have a professional, courteous, and friendly manner
• Have strong customer service skills in-person and on the telephone
• Be able to multitask and manage interruptions
• Be computer literate, creative and comfortable using common software and the internet
• High school diploma required.
• Fluency in Spanish is a plus.
• General knowledge of library principles, methods, materials, and practices is a plus.
• Familiarity with the Polaris Leap library automated circulation system is preferred but training will be provided.

Employment Details

Flexible hours at $17.00/hr working up to 20 hours per week, including evenings and a Saturday rotation. Employment is contingent upon completion of a background and reference check, medical exam and approval by the Library Board of Trustees.

Application Process

Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to Library Administration at admin@redbanklibrary.org.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Work Location: In person