Information and Digital Services, Library Assistant, PART TIME
Hoboken Public Library (HPL) connects people with information, ideas, and opportunities to support lifelong learning, personal growth, and community development. We believe a library’s most important resource in this pursuit is a talented, quality staff and strive to achieve a more meaningful role in our patron’s daily lives through the development and support of its staff implementing new and innovative approaches to providing library service.
Position Title: Information and Digital Services, Library Assistant
Location: Hoboken, New Jersey
Scheduled hours: 25-28 hours per week. Daytime, evening, and weekend hours as needed.
About the Position:
The Information and Digital Services Department combines traditional reference services with promotion and assistance in the use of modern technology. This position would require staffing our Information/Reference Desk at the Main Branch as well as hours at our Grand Street Branch and Learning Center if needed. Cross training is provided at the library to allow staff to assist in other departments as needed.
Essential Job Functions:
- Answering reference questions including computer/technology questions both in
person, over the phone, email and via online chat service - Assisting with maintenance of the periodicals and organizing books
- Assisting patrons with computer, faxing, scanning, and copying services
- Assisting with technology related questions
- Creation of promotional materials for the eResources and Information Department Services
Professional Knowledge and Experience:
- Must feel comfortable with learning new technology and aiding others in its use
- Well-developed written and oral communication skills
- Desire to work in a team-centered environment; flexibility to assist other departments
as needed - Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point
- Comfortable using Zoom and other online meeting services
Preferred Skills:
- Experience working in a fast-paced urban environment.
- Knowledge of Polaris Leap a plus
- Spanish language skills would be helpful but are not required
The above job description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for the employee for this job.
The Library seeks those who share our passion for serving the patrons of the Library to grow with us. We strive to support and reflect our community through our dedication to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We strongly urge people of color, people who identify as LGBTQ+, people of all ages, and people with disabilities to apply. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary:$17.37/hour
Please send your resume & cover letter to the attention of the Aimee Harris, Information & Digital Services Manager at jobs@hoboken.bccls.org
Please note that this position is subject to the NJ First Act, requiring public employees to establish residency in the State of New Jersey. See N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70) for further information.
This is a Civil Service Job and you must eventually pass and qualify for the applicable Civil Service title.
Applications close: April 19, 2024
Posted 13 March 2024 – SS