What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Assistant, Circulation, PT position at County of Monmouth?
Salary
$17.22 Hourly
Location
Various Locations
Job Type
Part-Time
Job Number
202306
Department
Library
Opening Date
03/09/2026
Description
We are seeking a customer-focused Library Assistant to join our Circulation team. This position plays a key role in delivering excellent service to patrons across our library locations.
Responsibilities include:
- Checking library materials in and out
- Shelving and organizing materials
- Assisting patrons with basic inquiries
- Maintaining circulation records using the library’s computerized management system.
- Preparing materials for circulation
- Supporting library displays and programs
Qualifications:
- Strong customer service skills required
- Proficiency with computers in a Windows environment
- Ability to learn and use the library’s computerized management system.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Schedule & Requirements:
- 25 hours per week
- Day, evening, and weekend hours required
- Schedule may vary; flexibility to cover last-minute changes needed
- Ability to travel to various library branch locations required
If you enjoy working with the public and contributing to a welcoming library environment, we encourage you to apply.
Please be advised, all Monmouth County positions are on site. There are no provisions to work remotely.
Monmouth County offers generous health and wellness benefits to full-time employees and their eligible dependents. Competitive plans include medical, prescription, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, and an award-winning wellness program. Part-time employees who work an average of 30 or more hours per week over the course of a year may also elect these benefits.
Eligible employees* are enrolled in the New Jersey State Pension and Group Life Insurance, and enjoy a bank of vacation, personal, and sick days as well as a substantial paid holiday package.
Additional retirement/deferred compensation plans - 457 (b), short-term disabiity, whole life insurance, cancer, critical illness, and accident plans are also available as voluntary benefits.
Monmouth County is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer. Go to: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more information.
Eligible employees* are enrolled in the New Jersey State Pension and Group Life Insurance, and enjoy a bank of vacation, personal, and sick days as well as a substantial paid holiday package.
Additional retirement/deferred compensation plans - 457 (b), short-term disabiity, whole life insurance, cancer, critical illness, and accident plans are also available as voluntary benefits.
Monmouth County is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible employer. Go to: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service for more information.
- Seasonal and temporary employees are not eligible.
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