Job Description
Join our award-winning library system as a Library Assistant in vibrant Jersey City! We're offering a $1,500 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates who start before December 31st. This full-time position combines community service with modern library operations in one of New Jersey's most dynamic cities. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a tangible impact on local literacy initiatives. Our team values inclusivity, innovation, and a passion for lifelong learning.
Responsibilities
- Manage circulation desk operations including check-outs, returns, and renewals
- Assist patrons with digital resources, catalog searches, and reference inquiries
- Organize and maintain library collections according to Dewey Decimal standards
- Facilitate community programs including children's story times and adult workshops
- Process new acquisitions and manage interlibrary loan systems
- Operate library technology including self-checkout kiosks and databases
- Conduct outreach to underserved neighborhoods through mobile library services
Qualifications
- Associate's degree or Library Technician certification preferred
- Minimum 1 year library or customer service experience
- Proficiency with integrated library systems (ILS) and MS Office Suite
- Excellent communication skills in English and Spanish (bilingual preferred)
- Ability to lift 25 lbs and push book carts
- Basic knowledge of cataloging principles and metadata standards
- Valid NJ driver's license for outreach program participation
- Background check and fingerprinting required