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How much do part time library assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for part time library assistant in Union, NJ is $19.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.43 and $21.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Part Time Library Assistants?

Part Time Library Assistants are support staff who work in libraries on a part-time basis, assisting with daily operations such as checking books in and out, shelving materials, helping patrons locate resources, and maintaining library organization. They may also answer basic reference questions, assist with library programs or events, and help keep records updated. This role typically requires strong customer service skills, attention to detail, and basic computer proficiency. Schedules are usually flexible, making this position ideal for students or those seeking supplemental income.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Part Time Library Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Part Time Library Assistant, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and preferably a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with library management systems, cataloging software, and basic office equipment is commonly required. Excellent customer service, communication, and teamwork abilities help you assist patrons and support library staff effectively. These skills ensure efficient library operations and a positive experience for all library users.

What Does a Part-Time Library Assistant Do?

A part-time library assistant provides support to the librarian and other staff members of a library. In this career, your responsibilities typically include administrative duties, such as shelving books, assisting with patron checkout, and maintaining the circulation desk area. It is often a public-facing position where you help a customer find the information they need. The scope of these jobs varies with the type of facility. There are many specialty libraries in addition to the familiar public institution, such as government, post-secondary college, and medical and law school libraries. Evening and weekend hours are commonplace, but you do not typically work on public holidays.

What are the most common challenges faced by part-time library assistants, and how can they be managed?

Part-time library assistants often juggle a wide range of tasks, such as assisting patrons, shelving materials, and supporting library programs, sometimes within short shifts. One common challenge is effectively prioritizing and completing tasks during busy periods, especially when the library sees high foot traffic. Developing strong time management skills and maintaining clear communication with team members and supervisors can help manage these challenges. Additionally, staying adaptable and open to learning new library systems or procedures ensures a smoother workflow and positive patron experiences.
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Adult English Language and Literacy Student Mentor (P/T)

Adult English Language and Literacy Student Mentor (P/T)

The New York Public Library

New York, NY

$14.25 - $19.25/hr

Part-time

Posted 18 days ago

New York Public Library rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 20 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Description
Overview
Adult English Language and Literacy (AELL) is the direct service provider of ESOL and adult literacy instruction for the Library.  They use professional teachers to offer free instruction to adult patrons in reading, writing, speaking and listening from a 0 to 8th grade level. Through formal classes in language and literacy, as well as elective offerings such as English conversation and citizenship preparation groups, AELL has taken on the charge to expand ESOL instruction in the Library.

The Student Mentor works as part of the Intake team that welcomes, orients, assesses and formally registers new students into the program. They are responsible for accurate student information collection and data entry. The Student Mentor is also expected to provide administrative support and complete general office duties as assigned.

Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the St George Hub Manager and Intake Advisor, the Student Mentor will:
  • Assists in entering statistical data for all ESOL/ABE classes 
  • Assists in tracking demographic information for information sessions
  • Support a variety of behind-the-scenes tasks, from basic tasks like cutting paper to more involved tasks such as setting up calendars, and producing documents
  • Provides overall support across all Libraries in the preparation of materials and event setup (computers, video equipment, room arrangement, etc.) for information sessions
  • Assist in the student intake across the Library, greeting new students, and helping direct them through the registration process by signing them in, seating them for the program, acting as translators (if bi-lingual), and making them feel comfortable within a library setting.
  • Orients students to using computers, the Internet, and educational software
  • Enter data into student tracking database (ASISTS)
  • Administer standardized assessments for language and literacy (after training) TABE and BestPlus 
  • Help students fill out forms and collect the data necessary to complete the Individual Student Record Form (ISRF)
  • Monitor student attendance at sites by maintaining rosters
  • Provide office assistance (photocopying, FAXing, organizing supplies, answering phones, scheduling appointments, checking in/out library materials, etc.)

Required Education, Experience & Skills
Required Education & Experience
  • High School diploma or its equivalent
Required Skills
  • Good interpersonal skills including demonstrated ability to work with a culturally diverse adult population
  • Successfully demonstrated ability to give clear and concise instructions to a diverse adult population
  • Successfully demonstrated computer experience and keyboarding skills 
  •  Successfully demonstrated ability to follow directions and work well independently and as a part of a group
  • Successfully demonstrated reliability and flexibility
  • Required to travel to other sites for student intake and assessment

Preferred Qualifications
  • Some college
  • Bi-lingual (Spanish, French, Chinese, Urdu, Bengali,Arabic, Russian)
  • Experience training adults in basic computer skills


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Please Note: Effective August 2, 2021, absent a qualifying exception for medical or religious reasons, newly hired employees of the New York Public Library must present proof of receipt of a COVID-19 vaccination and may not begin employment at the Library until 14 days after their receipt of their second dose of either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines or 14 days after their first dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.  Newly hired employees who need additional time to receive their vaccination prior to their start date may request an adjournment of their start date with their hiring manager.  The Library will consider such requests on a case by case basis, depending upon the Library’s operational needs, among other factors.  The Library will further consider exemptions for prospective employees who cannot become vaccinated due to a qualifying medical condition or a sincerely held religious belief or practice.  Candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment and who seek a medical or religious exemption to the Library’s vaccination policy will be provided with additional instructions at the time of the conditional offer.

Core Values
All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:
  • Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues
  • Be Resourceful in solving problems 
  • Be Curious in all aspects of your work
  • Be Welcoming and Inclusive
Physical Duties
  • Limited physical effort is required
  • Light lifting required
  • Lifting up to 40 lbs. Required
  • May require travel within NYC
Physical Required?
No
Union/Non Union
Non-Union
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Schedule
  • Tuesday, Thursday 9:00-5:00, Saturday 10:00-3:00, evenings as required

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The New York Public Library is a free provider of education and information for the people of New York and beyond. With 92 locations--including research and branch libraries--throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island, the Library offers free materials, computer access, classes, exhibitions, programming and more to everyone from toddlers to scholars, and has seen record numbers of attendance and circulation in recent years. The New York Public Library serves more than 18 million patrons who come through its doors annually and millions more around the globe who use its resources at www.nypl.org.

Industry

Libraries and archives

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

Year founded

1895

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