Department: Elberon Branch Library
Pay Rate: $20.40 per hour
Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday, 9am-5pm
Definition: The Long Branch Free Public Library is the place where tradition and innovation meet. We are a nationally recognized library seeking a welcoming and energetic individual to join a stellar team. Our Elberon Branch is a bustling branch of our Library and serves year-round as well as seasonal residents. We are seeking an individual with remarkable customer service and a true appreciation for the diversity of our city.
Required Duties:
● Create and conduct weekly storytimes, including crafts, for young children.
● Provide an introduction to the library and storytimes to students on school field trips.
● Checks in/out library materials to library users, issues library cards, reserves items, and responds to patron questions in person, on the phone, and electronically.
● 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.
● Explain library policy to members of the public and other libraries as needed.
● Attend staff meetings and training as required.
● Completes periodic training and annual professional development as directed.
● Participate in additional tasks/projects as assigned by the Branch Manager or Director.
Required knowledge and abilities:
● Ability to converse clearly and courteously with patrons and staff.
● Must have strong customer service skills.
● Must have strong computer and electronic skills.
● Strong organizational ability.
● Ability to comprehend, analyze and interpret policies and procedures of the library.
● Knowledge of books and various authors — background in literature helpful.
● Experience working with groups of children, or a willingness to learn.
Required Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent
This position is a civil service position.
Please send resume to Kate Angelo at [email protected]
Phone: 732-222-3900 ext. 2300