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Come and join the team of the new Edison Public Library System providing library and information services toa diverse suburban community of over 107,000 residents.
The Edison Public Library seeks a Supervisor of Circulation and Information Technology. This position reports director to the Edison Public Library Director and indirectly to the Assistant Library Director. In addition, this position works closely with the Township IT Department.
Basic duties include: Supervises and evaluates the Circulation Department, IT Department and Maker-space Programs at all 3-Library Branches and the Bookmobile; Supervises and evaluates the work of related contractors;
Liaison to LMXac on all matters relating to the automation system; Oversees the Library's website; Advises the Library Director on current trends in Library technology and makes suggestions for improvements and innovations; and Participates as a member of the Library's Senior Management Team.
Required skills: A minimum of five years as a professional librarian with a minimum of one year of supervisory experience, and at least one year working with technology and electronic services; Excellent customer service skills; and attention to detail and project deadlines.
Desired skills: Master's Degree in Library/Information Science or similar area; and a NJ Professional Librarian's Certificate issued by Thomas Edison State University. Knowledge of web design, in particular WordPress.
Salary: $77,520/year, 35 hour week, including nights and weekends.
Benefits: Access to health benefits through Edison Township (medical, dental, prescription).
Vacation: 10 days per year. pro-rated for first year; Increases at 6 and 10 years.
Sick: 1 Day/month first year, thereafter 12 days/year
Personal: 2 days/year, prorated first year
Holidays: 15 days per year
Pension: Yes, may also participate in deferred compensation plan
Union elegible: Yes
Professional Development: Yes, includes paid membership in NJLA and ability to travel to NJLA Conference.
Note: Travel is required regularly between the Library's multiple locations.
This position is currently available. The Edison Public Library is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce that truly represents the residents of Edison Township.
To apply: send resume, cover letter outline why you feel you are the right person for this position, and 3 current references to: Allan M. Kleiman, MLS, Library Director, Edison Public Library, 340 Plainfield Avenue, Edison, NJ 08817 or email to:
akleiman [at] edisonpubliclibrary.org (akleiman@edisonpubliclibrary.
Closing date for this position is: Monday October 11th, 2021.