Position Details
Position Information
| Recruitment/Posting Title |
Library Assistant - Casual |
| Posting Number |
25TM0421 |
| Department |
RUL Dana Lib - Nwk |
| Overview |
Rutgers University Libraries are the intellectual center of the university-serving all members of the university community, supporting all disciplines, and playing a key role in advancing student learning and faculty research. The Libraries serve all institutions that make up Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey: Rutgers University-New Brunswick, Rutgers University-Newark, Rutgers University-Camden, and Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences. The Libraries have a highly valued faculty and staff of about 200, who are committed to developing innovations in access services, information literacy, and digital initiatives. Rutgers University Libraries operate with a budget of $45 million and have outstanding collections, especially in jazz and New Jerseyana. Collectively, the Libraries' holdings include more than 5 million volumes. The Libraries hold memberships in
ARL,
CNI,
CRL, Lyrasis,
NERL, VALEnj,
SPARC, and the Coalition of Open Access Policy Institutions (
COAPI); use Ex Libris, Alma, Primo, and
OCLC as primary bibliographic utilities; and utilize a Fedora-based institutional repository. |
| Posting Summary |
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Library Assistant - Casual for Rutgers Libraries. This position supports the daily operations of Access Services at Dana Library, with a primary focus on circulation, patron assistance, and student worker support.
Among the key duties of the position are the following:
- Ensures smooth service at the front desk and may also contribute to Resource Sharing and Course Reserves workflows.
- Welcomes and assists users with both routine and complex information needs, helping to foster a positive and inclusive library experience.
- Delivers circulation services such as processing checkouts, returns, holds, fines, and record updates for patrons and materials.
- Provides clear guidance to patrons on library policies and services, interpreting procedures for both users and part-time staff.
- Resolves routine and non-routine service issues with accuracy and tact; refer unresolved concerns to a supervisor when necessary.
- Teaches patrons how to use My Account, renew items, request materials for pickup or digitization, access interlibrary loan services, and locate course reserve materials.
- Offers welcoming, front-line support by answering questions, directing users within the library, and assisting with general and specialized collections (e.g., Jazz, Newark Collection, etc).
- Works effectively with MS Office applications and library systems (e.g., ALMA, discovery tools, ILS) to carry out the work of the Access Services unit.
- Monitors and guides student employees in their daily work, ensuring accuracy and consistency in circulation tasks and system use.
- Provides ongoing support, training, and mentorship to student staff, serving as a reliable resource and point of reference.
- Performs light clerical and operational tasks, including sorting mail, filing, responding to phone inquiries, and maintaining orderly collections through shelving and shifting.
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| FLSA |
Nonexempt |
| Salary Details |
$20 - $22/hourly |
| Offer Information |
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. |
| Benefits |
Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
- Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discount programs
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| Position Status |
Part Time |
| Working Hours |
19.5 |
| Daily Work Shift |
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| Work Arrangement |
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| Payroll Designation |
PeopleSoft |
| Terms of Appointment |
Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly |
Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
- High School diploma or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
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| Certifications/Licenses |
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| Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Associate's degree or higher.
- Experience working in an academic library.
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| Equipment Utilized |
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| Physical Demands and Work Environment |
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| Special Conditions |
- Available shifts are as follows:
- Sunday 5:30-10:00 p.m., Monday 7:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m., Tuesday 7:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m., and Wednesday 7:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m.
- Saturday 1:00-5:30 p.m., Tuesday 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Wednesday 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., and Thursday 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
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Posting Details
| Posting Open Date |
10/22/2025 |
| Posting Close Date |
11/01/2025 |
| Open Until Filled |
No |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Regional Campus |
Rutgers University-Newark |
| Home Location Campus |
Rutgers University-Newark |
| City |
Newark |
| State |
NJ |
| Location Details |
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Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination. Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement |
Rutgers University
life insurance, employee discount
Oct 23, 2025