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Part Time Circulation Library AssistantThe Upper Saddle River Library is seeking a part time Circulation Library Assistant.Circulation Library Assistants perform day to day circulation duties for the Library. Circulation Library Assistants aid the Young Adult & Community Outreach Librarian, Children's Librarian, and Adult Services Librarian with their areas. Circulation Library Assistants may assist with special projects. Circulation Library Assistants report directly to the Head of Circulation.Responsibilities:Conduct opening proceduresAssist patrons at the circulation desk and on the phone, including checking materials in and out, retrieving reserved items for patrons, placing holds, renewing items, and creating/renewing library accounts.Assist patrons with library technology and digital services such as the BCCLS ILS, Library website, public computers, printer/scanner/copier, and digital resources.Provide help with small reference inquiries and direct patrons to the correct Librarian for more complex reference assistance.Conduct additional circulation duties, including emptying the book drop, shelving returned materials, retrieving items to fulfill hold requests, and other tasks as neededConduct closing proceduresAssist the Children's Librarian, Young Adult & Community Outreach Librarian, and Adult Services Librarian as required.Execute other tasks assigned by the Head of Circulation and the Library Director as required.Qualifications & Skills:Knowledge of library offeringsKnowledge of circulation dutiesKnowledge of relevant technologiesAbility to cultivate a warm and welcoming attitude to patronsAbility to deal tactfully and courteously with the publicAbility to effectively communicate ideas and information both in written and oral formAbility to understand and follow oral and written instructionsAbility to work harmoniously with co-workers and as part of a teamAbility to work independently, manage numerous diverse tasks, and remain organizedTime management skills to set priorities in order to meet assignment deadlinesA high level of emotional intelligenceMature judgment and initiativeCompliance with NJ First Residency requirementsHours:Mondays 4pm – 8pm; Tuesdays 9am – 1pm; Wednesday 1pm – 5pm; Fridays 1pm – 5pm (16 hours total)1 Saturday (10am – 2pm) and 1 Sunday (1pm – 5pm) a month. Sundays at premium.Additional coverage as neededCompensation: $18.00 / hourTo Apply: Please send a resume and letter of interest to Please note only candidates of interest will be contacted.
Worksite address
saddle river, NJ, 07458, US
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