What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Services Assistant position at Long Branch Free Public Library?
Fluency in Spanish and/or Portuguese preferred
Department: Children’s Department
Pay Rate:$17.98
Schedule: Monday-Thursday 10am-2pm Saturday 10am-2pm
Definition: The Long Branch Free Public Library is the place where tradition and innovation meet. We are
a nationally recognized library seeking a welcoming, customer service-focused, and energetic individual
to join a stellar team. This position plans and delivers a full range of diverse and innovative programs,
and services to meet the needs of children (birth-11), families, and caregivers.
Examples of work:
- Charges and discharges library materials, issues library cards, reserves items, and responds to
- Provide readers’ advisory services by developing knowledge of the library’s holdings, and patron’s
- Check shelves to ensure materials are organized properly.
- Understand how to use the catalog and other online resources. Provide instruction in their use to
- Explain library policy to members of the public and other libraries as needed.
- Attend staff meetings and periodic training as required.
- Participate in additional assigned responsibilities as assigned by the Family Service Manager or
Director.
Required knowledge and abilities:
- Ability to converse clearly and courteously with patrons and staff.
- Must have strong customer service and computer skills.
- Strong organizational ability.
- Ability to comprehend, analyze and interpret policies and procedures of the library.
- Knowledge of books and various authors — background in literature helpful.
- Perform other duties specific to the Children’s Department including but not limited to: leading
story times, assisting with school visits, aiding with art projects and library décor, and assisting
with special events, parties or programs.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
This position is a civil service position
Please send resumes to Nekesha Marshall at
Nmarshall@longbranchlib.org phone: 732.222.3900 ext.2330
Salary : $18
