Full-Time Adult Services and Outreach Librarian - North Brunswick Public Library

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Job Title: Adult Services and Outreach Librarian

Posting Date: March 25, 2024

An opening currently exists at the North Brunswick Public Library for a full-time position as an Adult Services and Outreach Librarian in the Reference Department. Applicants who meet the requirements below are invited to apply. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. 

Situated equidistant from the bustling cities of NYC and Philadelphia, the North Brunswick Public Library serves as a cherished resource for a vibrant, diverse, and expanding community that appreciates the myriad services offered by the Library. Our team is committed to delivering superior customer service, marked by innovative programming, active community involvement, outreach initiatives, and a wide range of library services.

Compensation: 
Salary range is $58,000-$60,000 plus benefits:

Benefits include paid holidays, paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, paid personal leave, excellent health and vision benefits, and enrollment in the New Jersey PERS pension system.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Under the supervision of the Assistant Library Director, the Adult Services and Outreach Librarian coordinates library publicity and marketing, performs community outreach, and contributes to reference service, collection development, and programming.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Outreach 

  • Plan, schedule, and attend outreach events in the community
  • Function as the library’s liaison to various municipal departments, including the Police and Parks, Recreation and Community Services
  • Manage the library’s Homebound Delivery Service

Marketing 

  • Create digital content promoting library programs and services for the library’s website and social media
  •  Write and disseminate press releases
  • Create and disseminate print flyers, library newsletter, and brochures 

General 

  • Perform collection development in the library’s print collection
  • Plan, schedule, and host programs in collaboration with community partners
  • Provide reference assistance at the library’s service desk
  • Create and maintain monthly library displays
  • Perform other duties as required

REQUIREMENTS:

  • A Master's degree in Library or Information Sciences in a library program accredited by the American Library Association.
  • Valid certification as a Professional Librarian issued by Thomas Edison State University.
  • Knowledge and usage of the following: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, WordPress, and Squarespace.
  • Must have the ability to travel to off-site community outreach events.
  • Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
  • Ability to work two evenings per week and alternate weekends.
  • May be required to successfully pass a background check and drug testing.
  • Must be physically and mentally capable of performing the job tasks.
  • Must successfully pass a 90-day probation period.
  • Employees must comply with the "New Jersey First Act".

TO APPLY:

  • Please complete a job application form (available on our website at https://northbrunswicklibrary.org/employment) and attach your resume within the job application form.
  • No phone calls please. Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
  • Position open until it is filled.
  • We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.