Part-Time Library Assistant

The Hopewell Public Library, located in Hopewell Borough in Mercer County, seeks a creative, friendly, and flexible part-time Library Assistant to develop adult programming for a small community-focused library. The position is 12 hours per week, including one evening shift (5-8 pm) on Monday or Wednesday, daytime shifts, and occasional weekend hours.

Responsibilities:

• Create, coordinate, and manage diverse programs that connect our adult patrons to the community; for example, book clubs, art classes, writing workshops, knitting, quilting, cooking.
• Assist with the development and design of promotional materials for patron programs.
• Cultivate the library’s relationship with local community groups.
• Provide coverage at the circulation desk including but not limited to answering the library’s telephone and assisting patrons.
• Perform additional functions at the discretion of the Director.

Requirements:

• Have a high school diploma; college degree preferred
• Have a professional, courteous, and friendly manner
• Enjoy helping people
• Have strong customer service skills in-person and on the telephone 
• Be able to multitask and manage interruptions
• Be detail-oriented
• Be computer literate, creative and comfortable using common software and the internet 
• Be able to climb steps, stairs, stand for long periods of time, stoop, and handle lifting of up to 20 lbs.
• Previous library, teaching or retail experience is a plus, but not required

Compensation:

• $18.50/hour
• Limited holiday pay

To Apply:

• Email a cover letter and resume with contact data for references to the Library Director, Barbara Merry [email protected]
• No phone calls or in-person inquiries, please
• Applications accepted until 5:00pm on January 24, 2025
• Employment will start in February 2025

“Good Faith” Salary, Range, or Rate of Pay

$18.50/hour

• Limited holiday pay