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.
