Library Assistant – Interlibrary Loans – Bernards Township Library

Library Assistant – Interlibrary Loans – Bernards Township Library

POSTING DATE: January 7, 2026 Final date to receive applications: February 6, 2026
POSITION: Library Assistant – Interlibrary Loans DATE POSITION WILL BECOME AVAILABLE: Immediate
POSITION TYPE: Regular / Part-Time DEPARTMENT: Library
POSITION

REPORTS TO:

Sr. Librarian-Reference Services HOURS PER WEEK: 17
SCHEDULE: M, T, W, F SALARY:
Entry Level (Pay will be commensurate with level of experience)

Under the direction of the supervising Librarian, performs skilled technical, clerical, and physical work (standing, bending, and lifting) processing interlibrary loans. Deals with most issues independently within the scope of their authority based on library policy.

• Must be able to pack outgoing and unpack incoming shipments of items and sort items for proper processing including the lifting of packed and/or unpacked items up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to research and troubleshoot interlibrary loan problems, including missing items, delivery problems and patron or other library communications.
• Collaborate with staff members to facilitate efficient and timely interlibrary loan service and assist with other departments as needed.
• Compile and maintain accurate monthly statistics and report them to the supervisor as needed.
• Maintain written interlibrary loan procedures as needed.
• Recycle, file, and maintain neat and organized work areas.
• Continue to develop skills by attending relevant training as directed.
• Train and supervise volunteers and monitor delivery service personnel.
• Performs related tasks as required.
• Proactive customer service orientation, ability to deal tactfully and courteously with internal and external customers.
• General working knowledge and skill in the use of computers and word processing and office equipment.
• Ability to read, write, spell, speak, understand and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of the position.

Education: High school graduate or equivalent.
Experience: Previous library experience preferred. General working knowledge of current technology.
Special Requirements: Strength to lift up to 40 pounds and maneuver heavy book carts. Ability to bend and stretch to retrieve items from high and low.

Send resume and cover letter to Amy Pasquariello, Librarian – Reference Services, apasquariello. All resumes will be reviewed and only those applicants chosen to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted.

BERNARDS TOWNSHIP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER