Library Associate - Hillside, United States - Hillside Public Library

Description

Essential Functions:

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed.

The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

Provides excellent customer service for all

Develop, promote, and implement engaging programs and services for adults that meet library goals and interests of the local community

Establish and maintain positive relationships with community stakeholders, through outreach, to promote library services, activities, and goals of the Library

Coordinate promotion through various print and digital formats, including social media, of library programs and services in collaboration with all Library Departments

Coordinate and oversee adult volunteers

Reference and readers' advisory

Participates in the training of the public and staff in the effective use of library resources and emerging technologies in a variety settings, including one-on-one, small groups, and via print

Oversees specific library collections and updates holdings by removing obsolete materials and recommending new titles and equipment

Keeps informed of current trends, technology, and developments affecting library services through professional reading, continuing education opportunities, and participation in professional organizations.

Attends workshops, conferences, and training as needed

Other duties as assigned


Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree.

Reading materials and providing verbal assistance to library users in English; manual dexterity to handle books, software, and a variety of other media formats; intermittent sitting, standing, and walking; occasional bending, reaching, and stooping; lifting and carrying items weighing up to 20 lbs.; pushing or pulling objects weighing up to 100 lbs.; distinguishing sounds at various frequencies and volumes; distance vision sufficient to distinguish people or objects under a variety of light conditions; vision sufficient to view computer screens and spine labels under a variety of light conditions.

Pay:
$43,685.00 per year


Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Hillside, NJ 07205: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
In person