PT Adult Services Coordinator

The Free Public Library of Hasbrouck Heights is seeking an energetic, enthusiastic, public service-oriented paraprofessional to be co-responsible for the management of the daily operations of the Circulation Department under the direction of the Head of Adult Services.

Responsibilities for this position mainly include but are not limited to the following areas:

Supervisory: Daily management of staff; frequent training and evaluation of staff abilities

Patron Services: Building customer relations; marketing library services; developing programs for the public

Administrative: Analyzing reports; administering patron bills and overdue notices; facilitating communication between system libraries; handling policy development and enforcement

Collection Maintenance: Selecting, processing, and weeding of materials

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education preferred.
• Minimum of two years of supervisory experience in a library setting.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with patrons, staff, and volunteers.
• Knowledge of and experience with Circulation operations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to address and resolve conflicts constructively.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving abilities.
• A self-starter and contributing team player with the ability to work independently within a framework of assigned responsibilities.
• Can multitask and is thorough and conscientious to details.
• Ability to effectively use technology tools such as social media, MS Office, and Google Suite.
• BCCLS experience is a plus.

Schedule:   25 hrs/week.  Includes one evening shift per week and one Saturday per month.

Benefits:

• Vacation and sick time
• NJ Pension Plan
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education

If you are passionate about libraries, lifelong learning, and community involvement, we encourage you to apply and become part of our dedicated team. 

To  Apply:

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to Library Director Mimi Hui.