· Verify patron supplied information for requested material.
· Obtain interlibrary loan material for patrons using available resources such as JerseyCat.
· Process material for circulation. Return all borrowed material and retrieve overdue materials.
· Process requests from other libraries for interlibrary loans.
· Keep accurate records of all interlibrary loan transactions and compile statistics and reports as directed.
· Recommends purchase of requested materials.
· Serve as backup for other Technical Services tasks
· Approaches challenging customer situations with a caring demeanor
· Is a team member who welcomes and accepts input; seeks out advice on how to handle situations and supports team members by keeping them informed and offering help
· Performs other duties as needed
REQUIREMENTS
· Knowledge of basic arithmetic using numbers up to two decimal places.
· Ability to perform extensive alphabetizing beyond the first letter of a word.
· Ability to converse, speaking clearly, concisely, and courteously.
· Ability to learn the Dewey Decimal system and other library filing systems
· Ability to comprehend and follow written and/or oral one- or two-step instructions.
· Ability to perform numerical filing beyond the initial digit of a sequence of figures.
· Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the library.
· Ability to carry up to 15 lbs. of library materials across the library
· Ability to bend and stretch to reach high and low shelves
· High school diploma
· Previous experience as a Library Assistant and familiarity with Horizon ILS a plus.
· Applicant must comply with the “New Jersey First Act” and complete a background check.
SCHEDULE
Monday – Friday 9-3 (30 hours/week)
BENEFITS
Paid sick and vacation time. Paid NJLA membership. This position requires participation in the Defined Contribution Retirement Program pension system. The calculation is 5.5% of the base salary with a 3% employer match. The pension system includes a life insurance policy.
Submit cover letter and resume to Marianne Sulling [email protected]
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Mount Laurel Library, 100 Walt Whitman Avenue, Mount Laurel, NJ 08054