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Posted December 3, 2021
Substitute Library Assistant for Saturdays and As Needed
Join a great team at the Glen Ridge Public Library!
The Glen Ridge Public Library is seeking a part-time substitute Library Assistant for at least two (2) Saturdays per month 9:00 am - 5:00pm; and during the week both daytime and evenings on an as-needed basis. This person will have the opportunity to work in both youth services and adult departments.
The applicant must be a friendly and flexible quick-thinker, who can multitask and is very detail-oriented, and above all genuinely enjoys helping people of all ages within the full range of patron-service duties. Customer service experience, and an appreciation of books, pop-culture, and technology is desired. Applicants must have computer skills to learn library technology and circulation software quickly and be capable of helping library users with basic computer needs.
Qualifications:
Starting salary is $15.00 per hour with paid sick time. In addition to Saturdays, applicants must be available to work on-demand and on short notice.
Please send resume and letter of interest to apply@glenridgelibrary.org
Position open until filled.
Substitute Library Assistant for Saturdays and As Needed
Join a great team at the Glen Ridge Public Library!
The Glen Ridge Public Library is seeking a part-time substitute Library Assistant for at least two (2) Saturdays per month 9:00 am - 5:00pm; and during the week both daytime and evenings on an as-needed basis. This person will have the opportunity to work in both youth services and adult departments.
The applicant must be a friendly and flexible quick-thinker, who can multitask and is very detail-oriented, and above all genuinely enjoys helping people of all ages within the full range of patron-service duties. Customer service experience, and an appreciation of books, pop-culture, and technology is desired. Applicants must have computer skills to learn library technology and circulation software quickly and be capable of helping library users with basic computer needs.
Qualifications:
- High school graduate or an equivalent degree with a two-year minimum of similar work experience
- Must be able to work Saturdays, and evenings and daytimes on an on-demand basis
- Must have good computer skills, knowledge of Microsoft Office and use of internet, be comfortable with technology and able to learn new applications quickly
- Must be fluent in English with excellent oral and written communication skills
- Must be reliable and punctual in attendance
- Must be able to work as supportive team member
- Must be able to push, pull, move, bend low, reach high, and/or lift a minimum of 15 lbs. of materials; push or pull fully loaded (50 – 100 pounds) book carts
- Capable of shelving books and other items on all levels of shelving from floor to a height of almost seven feet (by standing on a stool, if necessary)
Starting salary is $15.00 per hour with paid sick time. In addition to Saturdays, applicants must be available to work on-demand and on short notice.
Please send resume and letter of interest to apply@glenridgelibrary.org
Position open until filled.
