Library Assistant - Part Time (West Bergen)

Posted 17 days ago

jersey city free public libraryJersey City (NJ)

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About the role

Library Assistant 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.

Job 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.

Essential Skills: 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.

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