Friday, October 02, 2020

Cataloging and Reader Services Librarian – Library Association of Warehouse Point, East Windsor

Cataloging and Reader Services Librarian – Library Association of Warehouse Point, East Windsor. The Warehouse Point Library has a part-time opening (29 hrs/wk) including evenings and Saturday for a customer services and cataloging librarian. Working knowledge and experience with Sierra (III) a plus. Provides welcoming customer service including check in/check out of library materials, providing assistance in finding materials both in person and over the phone, registering new borrowers, computing and collecting overdue fines, participating in the Library’s opening and closing procedures. Provides readers’ advisory, technology assistance, and reference services. Places new materials in the collection, completes copy-cataloging, and contributes to maintaining an accurate and current online catalog. Interacts and teams with other Library staff to respond in a timely and efficient manner to patron requests and library projects. Must be technologically proficient. Demonstrates ability to be continuously welcoming, friendly, and helpful to patrons. Thorough knowledge of library technology, general public reading interests, and reference services. Ability to discuss books effectively. Knowledge of philosophy and functions of a public library and ability to project a positive image of the Library. Proficiency with electronic devices such as smart phones and tablets. Proficiency in using MS office suite and computer-based presentation tools. Ability in basic graphic design and use of social media tools including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc. Experience with website and content management systems.
      Associate’s degree in library technology or bachelor’s degree, and 3 years of public library experience. Please send resume and three references to lhiller@libraryconnection.info before October 15, 2020.