Position for Hire

POST DATE: July 18, 2024
APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 2, 2024

POSITION: YOUTH SERVICE LIBRARY ASSISTANT, PART-TIME

The Nutley Public Library has an opening for a Part-time Library Assistant in the Youth Service Department. Applicants will meet the following requirements: high school diploma; good communication and people skills; enthusiastic and service oriented; ability to organize work; can lift and move objects up to 40 lbs.; and computer and current technology skills. Experience working in a youth service library setting with patrons of all ages and BCCLS/LEAP knowledge preferred.

Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• • • Staff the service desks and assist library patrons of all ages (in-person, electronically, and by telephone) with inquiries and locating materials.
    • Assist the librarians with planning and implementing programs. Hosts programs as needed.
    • Work with the children’s librarian to create crafts and display items.
    • Answers technology questions and assists patrons with databases, downloadable media, and computer use.
    • Composes and prepares print and electronic public relations materials such as press releases, flyers, calendars, and brochures.
    • Assist in maintenance of exhibits and displays.
    • Conduct children-related library tours.
    • Performs other duties and projects as assigned.

Hourly wage: $17.72. This is a permanent, part-time, civil service, union position for twenty (24) hours per week. Evening and alternate weekend hours required (1-2 evenings per week/1 Saturday per two weeks). Prorated sick, vacation, and personal leave.

To apply, please email cover letter, resume and references to:
Michelle Albert, Library Director
Nutley Free Public Library
93 Booth Drive
Nutley, NJ 07110
albert@nutley.bccls.org

Application Deadline: August 2, 2024