Department: Teen Department
6 month assignment
Hourly Wage: $19.19
Bilingual (English/Spanish or Portuguese) a plus
Schedule: Mon & Tue 4pm-8pm, Wed & Thur 4pm-7pm, and Saturdays 12pm-5pm
The Long Branch Free Public Library is the place where tradition and innovation meet. We are a nationally recognized library seeking a welcoming, customer service-focused, and energetic individual to join a stellar Family Services team. This position plans and delivers a full range of diverse and innovative programs, and services to meet the needs of teens (12-17).
Examples of work:
- Plans and delivers a full range of diverse and innovative teen programs, and services
- Provide readers’ advisory services by developing knowledge of the library’s holdings, and patron’s reading habits
- Check shelves to ensure materials are organized properly.
- Understand how to use the catalog and other online resources. Provide instruction in their use to patrons, staff, and volunteers.
- Explain library policy to members of the public and other libraries as needed.
- Attend staff meetings and periodic training as required.
- Participate in additional responsibilities assigned by the Family Services Manager or Director.
Required knowledge and abilities:
- Ability to converse clearly and courteously with patrons and staff.
- Must have strong customer service and computer skills.
- Strong organizational ability.
- Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret policies and procedures of the library.
- Knowledge of young adult books and various authors — background in literature helpful.
- Perform other duties specific to the Teen Department including but not limited to: leading book clubs, aiding with art projects and library décor, and assisting with special events, parties or programs.
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
This is a civil service position
328 Broadway, Long Branch, NJ 07740
Please send resumes to Nekesha Marshall at [email protected]
Phone: 732-222-3900 ext. 2320