Part-Time Circulation Associate

Posted 2 days ago

bergen county cooperative library system bcclsAllendale (NJ)

Library Assistants, Clerical Libraries and Archives

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Junior

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$16.50 per hour

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About the role

Part-time Library Circulation Associate Lee Memorial Library in Allendale, NJ is seeking a friendly and customer-focused individual to join our team in the role of Part-time Circulation Associate. The Circulation Associate plays a key role in providing excellent customer service to library patrons. The ideal candidate is approachable, detail-oriented, comfortable using technology, with a willingness to work as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide courteous and professional assistance to patrons, addressing questions and concerns
Register new library users and maintain accurate patron records
Check materials in and out, place holds, and process renewals
Assist with shelving and maintaining the organization of the collection
Prepare and manage interlibrary loan materials
Help patrons use library technology, including computers, printers, and copiers
Offer basic readers' advisory and respond to directional and reference inquiries
Answer phones and support general administrative tasks
Perform physical tasks, including standing for extended periods and handling materials

Qualifications:

Strong communication and customer service skills
Basic proficiency with computers and common software applications
Ability to learn new systems quickly and work independently when needed
Dependable, organized, and proactive
Previous experience with BCCLS or in a library setting is a plus, but not required

ScheduleApproximately 14 hours per week - Mondays: 3:00-9:00, and Saturdays: 9:00 – 5:00 (Summer Hours 9:00-2:00). Rotating Sundays: Sundays: 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM (approximately once every 4 weeks).

Note: The library is closed on Sundays from late June through Labor Day.

WAGES: $16.50 per hour (or more with experience) Sundays are paid at time and a half.

BENEFITS: Paid sick leave and employer contribution to the New Jersey State Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. Please note that this position is subject to the NJ First Act, requiring public employees to establish residence in the State of New Jersey. See N.J.S.A 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter70) for further information. Please send cover letter and resume to: recruitment@allendale.bccls.org. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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