ANNOUNCEMENT:
The Hackettstown Free Public Library is seeking an enthusiastic individual to provide excellent customer
service in the position of Library Assistant. Under close supervision, the Library Assistant performs a
variety of routine nonprofessional library tasks and does other related duties as required.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
This is a part-time, 9-hour per week position with daytime hours:

• M (11-2)
• T (11-2)
• W (11-2)

Work involves performing detailed clerical tasks in support of the effective daily operation of the library.

EXAMPLES OF WORK:

• Answers phone and routes calls accordingly
• Welcomes patrons entering the library
• Registers new patrons, updates cards, and renews expired library cards
• Checks materials in/out
• Assists patrons with information requests and/or finding material via the catalog discovery layer
• Instructs, assists, and monitors patrons using public PCs
• Assists patrons with printing and mobile printing
• Fields reference & assistance questions to appropriate staff
• Fields patron complaints to appropriate staff
• Handles basic math calculations with precision; collects fines and fees
• Shelves returned materials
• Manages requests/holds

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma required
• Prior library experience preferred
• Excellent computer skills with the ability to learn new technology quickly
• Customer-focused: warm, friendly, helpful, courteous, and energetic with a positive attitude
• Knowledge of popular books and media and a desire to share that knowledge with others
• Able to lift books, stand, shelve on low and high shelves

COMPENSATION:

• This position earns $16.25/hr.
• State pension through DCRP
• Paid sick and vacation time

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Submit the following to Jerry Galante, Library Director, at jerry.galante@hackettstownlibrary.org.

• Resume
• Three professional references

Applications will be accepted until close of business on August 9, 2026.