Job Description
About the job Library Assistant - Bellevue Ave. Branch (Part Time)
Montclair is a wonderful town that loves its library. In the last year, visits and program participation have doubled and circulation has increased 50 percent.
We are looking for a part-time Library Assistant at the Bellevue Ave. Branch, now is an excellent time to join our innovative, diverse, congenial staff!
This position is located at the Bellevue Ave. Branch which is not ADA accessible. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - Answer reference questions covering a wide range of difficulty which includes assisting patrons in selecting materials for informational or entertainment purposes
- Provide excellent customer service, which includes steering patrons to resources and contacts when information is not readily available
- Plan and conduct programs including story times
- Assist patrons using public computers
- Handle patron code of conduct violations, sometimes with the assistance of the Facilities and Security staff
- Assist with programs and events as needed
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES - Possession of good customer service skills, such as exhibiting warm, welcoming behaviors and practices including being tactful
- Effective communication skills to best determine the patron's actual needs and to convey accurate information to colleagues
- Ability to plan and implement programs for children and lead story times
- High level of online skills such as the Internet searches, social media, desktop applications, websites, content management systems
- Ability to learn how to use the full resources available, including the web catalog, the library consortium (BCCLS) Information Library System (Leap), digital resources, ebooks, downloadable materials, web subject guides
- Ability to work harmoniously with co-workers and a diverse and varied clientele
QUALIFICATIONS - BA/BS degree is preferable
- Minimum of one year of library or customer service experience
- Current knowledge of library trends and innovations
- Residency in the State of New Jersey will be required in accordance with New Jersey Revised Statutes § 52:14-7
Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and enthusiastic team, so if you are excited about this role but your past experience does not align perfectly with each qualification in the job description, please apply anyway! You might be just the right candidate for this role.
WEEKLY SCHEDULE 22 hours weekly
Tuesday: 11:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Wednesday: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Thursday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
alternating Friday/Saturday: 1:30-6 p.m.
SALARY APPLICATION - Upload a cover letter, resume, and three professional references.
- Applications will be considered immediately and accepted until the position is filled. Anticipated start date is October 2024.
Montclair Public Library is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion and actively recruits persons from various ethnic and cultural backgrounds to enhance service to its diverse community. It is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, creed, religion, marital status, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, veterans status or disabled veterans status. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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