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Library Assistant – Adult Services (Programming and Outreach) – Denville Public

Morris Automated Information Network (MAIN), Denville, NJ, United States


Library Assistant – Adult Services (Programming and Outreach) – Denville Public Library
Position: Library Assistant – Adult Services (Programming and Outreach)

The Denville Public Library is looking for a versatile, tech-savvy, dynamic Library Assistant to help bridge the gap between traditional library services and modern programming/outreach needs.

Why you’ll love this role: You’ll be helping patrons master new technology, designing eye‑catching social media content, and bringing fresh ideas to our adult programming.

What you’ll do:

The Tech Hero: Help patrons navigate everything from mastering email to troubleshooting social media.

Creative Force: Design promotional materials and create engaging content for our digital platforms.

Program Pioneer: Help host and coordinate exciting outreach events for our adult community. Create and run new book‑related programs including book groups.

Be the Guide: Provide expert Reference and Readers’ Advisory support (finding that "perfect next book").

What you bring to the table:

A 'people-first' attitude with stellar communication skills.

Digital fluency (Microsoft Suite, Google Workspace, and WordPress).

A knack for organization and an eye for design.

Qualifications:

A completed Bachelor’s degree is required.

A background check and fingerprinting is required as part of our pre‑employment procedures.

Hours for this position:

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday evenings 5pm – 9pm

5th Saturday (When applicable), 9 – 5

Additional hours (mornings, afternoons and/or Saturdays) may be required as needed for coverage.

Pay and benefits:

Starting pay is $17.55 an hour.

This position is entitled to earned sick leave per N.J.S.A. 34:11D-1.

This position is entitled to three paid holidays at the daily equivalent rate – July 4th, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

This position is entitled to 10 vacation days at the daily equivalent rate.

After one year of employment, this position is entitled to 3 personal days at the daily equivalent rate.

Enrollment in the Defined Contribution Retirement Plan (DCRP), if eligible.

To Apply:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All employees are required to undergo fingerprinting and background checks.

Please send application materials to Ilene Lefkowitz, Supervising Librarian, Adult Services. Ilene.Lefkowitz@denvillelibrary.org

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