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Library Assistant @ East Orange Public Library The East Orange Public Library (EOPL) is seeking an enthusiastic paraprofessional to support the vision of a busy multicultural urban library that is dedicated to making a difference in the community. We value diversity, initiative, creativity, flexibility, teamwork and are committed to service excellence.This is a great opportunity for a self-motivated and enthusiastic individual who loves working with the public. Position includes evenings and Saturdays. It is a 37 ½ hour work week. Scheduled hours vary with some evening and weekend hours required. Perform Circulation Desk responsibilities including check-in/check-out library materials; issue library cards and renew existing cards for library customers; assist library customers with printing; handles cash register entries, transactions, and calculating change; and shelve and shelf-read library materials. Monitor PC Center by assist patrons with Internet search and printing. Work Reader Service Desk by monitoring the use of the Study Rooms and the service area. Provides friendly and courteous assistance to customers in person, by phone, or email. Perform duties of material acquisition and processing. Other duties as assigned. All staff are crossed trained to work in other areas of the library. Qualifications/Requirements Effective oral and written communication skills. Punctuality, reliability, trustworthiness and excellent attendance required. Able to work flexible schedule – some weekends required. Good judgement and initiative. Detail oriented and accurate. Team player and work cooperatively with co-workers. Able to work independently. Must be able to lift (up to 50 pounds) and bend. High School Diploma or GED required.Associate degree preferred. Interests and skills in basic trouble shooting technology equipment are preferred. Contact: If you are interested, please send a cover letter and resume via email (resume-attached MS word document) or mail to:JP Porcaro, Library Director (jp@eopl.org ) and Jenny Tong, Head of Technical Services & Technology; Circulation Services (jtong@eopl.org ); 21 South Arlington Avenue, East Orange, New Jersey 07018; phone: (973) 266-5607. The position is available immediately. Resumes with cover letters will be accepted until filled . East Orange is a diverse urban city with a population of approximately over 70,000 located 25 minutes from New York by bus/rail. For more information about the East Orange Public Library, seewww.eopl.org . EOPL is a Civil Service and Affirmative Action Employer. POSTED ON: “Good Faith” Salary, Range, or Rate of Pay Annual Salary: $40,000.The position offers medical benefits, paid vacation, personal and sick time. The library participates in the State PERS pension plan. #J-18808-Ljbffr