Position: Library Assistant – Adult Services (Programming and Outreach)

The Denville Public Library is looking for a versatile, tech-savvy, and dynamic Library Assistant
to help bridge the gap between traditional library services and modern programming/outreach
needs.

Why you’ll love this role: You’ll be helping patrons master new technology, designing eye-
catching social media content, and bringing fresh ideas to our adult programming.

What you’ll do:
● The Tech Hero: Help patrons navigate everything from mastering email to
troubleshooting social media.
● Creative Force: Design promotional materials and create engaging content for our digital
platforms.
● Program Pioneer: Help host and coordinate exciting outreach events for our adult
community. Create and run new book related programs including book groups.
● Be the Guide: Provide expert Reference and Readers’ Advisory support (finding that
"perfect next book").
What you bring to the table:
● A "people-first" attitude with stellar communication skills.
● Digital fluency (Microsoft Suite, Google Workspace, and WordPress).
● A knack for organization and an eye for design.

Qualifications:
● A completed Bachelor’s degree is required.
● A background check and fingerprinting is required as part of our pre-employment
procedures.

Hours for this position:
● Monday, Tuesday, Thursday evenings 5pm – 9pm
● 5th Saturday (When applicable), 9 – 5
● Additional hours (mornings, afternoons and/or Saturdays) may be required as needed
for coverage.

Pay and benefits:
● Starting pay is $17.55 an hour.
● This position is entitled to earned sick leave per N.J.S.A. 34:11D-1.
● This position is entitled to three paid holidays at the daily equivalent rate – July 4 th ,
Thanksgiving and Christmas.
● This position is entitled to 10 vacation days at the daily equivalent rate.
● After one year of employment, this position is entitled to 3 personal days at the daily
equivalent rate.
● Enrollment in the Defined Contribution Retirement Plan (DCRP), if eligible.

To Apply:
● We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
● All employees are required to undergo fingerprinting and background checks
● Please send application materials to Ilene Lefkowitz, Supervising Librarian, Adult
Services. Ilene.Lefkowitz@denvillelibrary.org