Collingswood Library is Hiring

The Collingswood Public Library is looking for a part-time circulation assistant ($8.50 per hour).

Think you can do the job? You need to be able to work nights and weekends and have your resume submitted by May 31.

Here's the job description:

Primary duties include a variety of public service tasks, including but not limited to:

• Opening and closing the library;
• Handling check outs and returns of library books, DVDs, CDs, and other material;
• Computing and collecting fees;
• Helping people register for library cards;
• Processing reserves that library members place on books and other materials;
• Answering general questions from the public, both by phone and in-person, and referring queries to appropriate library staff;
• Helping people find materials in the library;
• Shelving materials and keeping shelves in order;
• Checking in items that have been returned in the book drop;
• Other related duties as required.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent and some experience using libraries;
• Scheduling flexibility;
• Ability to converse courteously in person and provide superb customer service;
• Some skill in typing and data entry using a computer;
• Ability to perform extensive alphabetizing beyond the first letter of a word;
• Aptitude for establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with supervisors, colleagues, and the general public;
• Ability to comprehend and follow written and oral multi-step instructions;
• Ability to pay attention to detail;
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic using whole numbers;
• Physical ability to stand for 4-5 hours, bend over to reach low materials, and lift more than 20 pounds;
• Knowledge of library software and Dewey Decimal System a plus.

Drop off your resume to the library or e-mail Carissa Schanely, Head of Access and Technical Services at cschanely@collingswoodlib.org.