Library Assistant - Part Time (West Bergen) (One Vacancy)

Jersey City Free Public Library • Jersey City, NJ

19d • $22

About The Position

The Jersey City Free Public Library is looking for a part-time Library Assistant to help staff and patrons at various locations within the library system.

Requirements

• Ability to learn to use the Dewy Decimal System.
• Ability to compare written and printed material for accuracy.
• Ability to read with comprehension.
• Ability to follow oral and written orders, directions, or plans.
• Knowledge of general vocabulary, spelling and of standard English grammar.
• Knowledge of filing systems.
• This vacancy is associated with a New Jersey Civil Service job title. The New Jersey Civil Service Commission requires all incumbents to possess and be prepared to verify the minimum experience and skills required for the associated Civil Service job title.
• This position is subject to residency requirements as set forth in the New Jersey First Act and not available for work visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word and Excel)

Responsibilities

• Shelves used materials, performs shelf reading duties.
• Assists patrons with finding materials.
• Assists in answering in-person, phone and electronic patron queries.
• Operates standard office machines, such as copiers or calculators.
• Informs individuals of library services.

Benefits

• Participation in pension plan
• Sick/vacation leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees