Library Assistant (Part Time)

This position pays $17.00 per hour, and includes evening and weekend hours.

About the Position
The Florham Park Public Library is seeking a part-time Library Assistant to join our team! This
position offers entry-level experience working in a public Library environment, with
opportunities to learn specialized tasks within our institution. Part-time Library Assistants help
patrons at the circulation desk, shelve and organize library materials, assist with book processing,
and take on special projects as needed. FPPL is a vibrant, busy hub for the community, and we
have a welcoming and friendly team. Join us!

The Florham Park Public Library is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to
diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

Responsibilities
● Check out and check in library materials
● Pack and unpack materials in daily inter-library loan delivery
● Answer patron inquiries by phone, email, or in person
● Perform Library opening and closing procedures
● Assist patrons with locating information and resources using the Library catalog, website,
and databases
● Assist with weeding and other collection maintenance tasks
● Processes and links newly-acquired Library materials
● Keeps the Library, circulation desk, and workroom neat and tidy

Required Knowledge and Skills
● Enthusiasm for public libraries and their mission!
● Proactive customer service orientation
● Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public
● Organization and attention to detail
● Willingness to develop skills and knowledge through on-the-job training and continuing
education efforts
● Team player
● Able to bend, lift, move, or carry up to 30 pounds

Experience and Training
● High School graduate or equivalent
● Some college preferred
● Customer service experience
● Savvy with technology; particularly email, internet, Google Suite, and Microsoft
Windows
● Previous library experience a plus

How to Apply
Send your resume and a message about why you think you are a good fit for this role via email to
Christine Brandenburg, Library Director at cbrandenburg@florhamparklib.org. Use the phrase
“Part Time Library Assistant” as the subject line. We look forward to hearing from you!