Library Job Openings
| TITLE | POSTED DATE | DESCRIPTIONS |
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| FT Adult Services Librarian - Mahwah Public Library | February 1, 2024 | The Mahwah Public Library seeks a dynamic and enthusiastic professional to join the team as a full-time Adult Services Librarian. Under general direction of the Head of Adult Services, the Adult Services Librarian is an integral member of the adult services team with primary responsibility for managing and promoting adult collections, answering reference and informational questions, providing readers advisory services, providing technology assistance, and processing passport applications. The successful candidate will be passionate about library services, embrace change and have an innovative, forward-thinking vision of how public libraries can best serve their communities in the 21st century. He or she will thrive in a collaborative, team-based environment where outstanding customer service is the norm. The successful candidate will possess a MLS or comparable degree, a minimum of one year's professional experience a public library or similar setting. They will be passionate about great customer service in a team-focused environment, have an innovative, forward-thinking vision of how public libraries can best serve their communities in the 21st century and a willingness to embrace change. The successful candidate must either possess or be able to successfully complete training to receive certification as a passport acceptance agent within two (2) weeks of hire, and possess or be able to successfully complete training to receive certification as a notary public within four (4) weeks of hire. (The Library will provide release time as needed for certifications.) This is a 35 hr./wk. position with a starting salary of $64,500. Some evening and weekend hours are required. Generous benefits, including medical/dental and paid time off, are included. Professional growth, including participation in regional professional activities, is encouraged. Interested individuals should be aware that the New Jersey First Act requires employees of all public employers to reside in or establish residency in the State of New Jersey within one year unless otherwise exempted under the law. To apply, send a letter of interest addressing the Library's stated needs, resume, and three (3) professional references to: Kurt Hadeler, Director at khadeler [at] mahwahlibrary.org. Preference will be given to applications received by Friday, February 23, 2024. |
| FT Emerging Technology Library Associate - Burlington County Library | February 1, 2024 | Title: Library Associate, Emerging Technology, Full-time DESCRIPTION The Children’s Services Department at the County Library seeks an enthusiastic, service-oriented, and self-motivated individual to join its team. The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable of the emerging trends in technology and digital literacy for children. They will provide exemplary customer service by being attentive, approachable, and empathetic while working with people of all ages and backgrounds, specifically children, teens, caregivers, and educators. Other examples of duties:
REQUIREMENTS Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree.
SCHEDULE 37.5 hours per week. Schedule to be determined. Includes evenings and weekends. Four Sundays per year. Submit a cover letter and resume to jobs [at] bcls.lib.nj.us with Job #05-24 in the subject line. |
| FT Librarian 1 or 2, Digital Resources - Burlington County Library | February 1, 2024 | Title: Librarian 1 or Librarian 2, Digital Resources DESCRIPTION As part of the Collection Management team that oversees the acquisition, cataloging, access, and day-to-day management of both physical and digital collection items, the Digital Resources Librarian is responsible for all of the digital products and services offered by BCLS. Some examples of duties include:
REQUIREMENTS
SCHEDULE Monday – Friday; four Sundays per year on reference desk. Submit a cover letter and resume to jobs [at] bcls.lib.nj.us with Job #04-24 in the subject line. |
| PT Executive Assistant to Library Director - Burlington County Library | February 1, 2024 | Title: Executive Assistant to the Library Director (Clerk 1) DESCRIPTION The Burlington County Library seeks a detail-oriented self-starter to serve as the Executive Assistant to the Library Director. The individual will provide high-level administrative and operational support, including managing Library Commission meetings. Some examples of duties include but are not limited to:
REQUIREMENTS
SCHEDULE 25 hours per week. Monday-Friday 8:30am – 1:30pm, with occasional flexibility for evenings and weekends. Submit a cover letter and resume to jobs [at] bcls.lib.nj.us with Job #01-24 in the subject line. |
| Librarian I - Adult Services, Cherry Hill Public Library | January 31, 2024 | Filing Deadline: Friday, February 16, 2024 Full Time Union Position Hours: 35 hours per week | Salary: $52,403 About the Position: The Cherry Hill Public Library is seeking to hire a creative, well-read librarian for the Reference & Adult Services Department. We are a state-of-the-art library in a thriving and diverse suburban community. The successful candidate will be a responsible and energetic individual ready to keep up within a busy department. Duties will include (but are not limited to): • Initiate and participate in departmental programming and services such as (but not limited to) the Librarian by Appointment service, our Community Conversations program series, monthly Book Club, and other stand-alone events. • Selecting adult fiction and/or non-fiction material as part of the collection development group. • Staffing the adult Reference Desk as scheduled. • Serve as coordinator of the Adult Summer Reading Program. • Work with other staff to coordinate the Seed Library. • Research, identify, apply, and manage grants that create or support library mission, materials, and services. • Manage various aspects of the CHPL website and assist in running collection reports. Knowledge and Abilities: • Knowledge of current trends and practices in adult services, literature and materials. • Familiarity with serving adults of all abilities. • Ability to understand and apply library filing and classification systems. • Physical stamina is required to put away materials, push and pull loaded book carts and other library equipment and materials. Physical activity includes, but is not limited to, prolonged periods of sitting as well as periods of standing, mobility, stretching, bending and stooping. • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. • Knowledge of Koha ILS a plus. Ability to learn the library POS systems: Koha, SAM, Tech Logic, and others. • Ability to work harmoniously with colleagues, librarians, supervisors and with adult and juvenile patrons of the library. • Ability to understand the importance of following established procedures and regulations. • Ability to work and perform tasks without supervision. Qualifications: • Must have a master’s degree in Library or Information Science from an American Library Association accredited college or university • Experience providing reference and reader’s advisory services • Strong communication and customer service skills • Knowledge of print and digital general knowledge resources • Ability to work both independently and within a team • Teaching or computer instruction experience a plus • Strong technology skills and general comfort with learning new technology • Knowledge of Koha ILS a plus • Successfully pass a criminal background check • New Jersey residency required pursuant to NJSA 54:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), if selected for the position Schedule: This is a full time (35 hours a week) position with one weeknight and rotating Saturdays and Sundays required. About the Library: The Cherry Hill Public Library is the largest municipal library in the southern New Jersey area. The Library is open seven days a week and is operation Monday through Wednesday from 10:00 am to 9:00 pm, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, and 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm 32 Sundays a year. * Subject to change. How to Apply: All employment applications (cover letter and resume) may be emailed to jpurcell [at] chplnj.org with the subject line “Adult Services Librarian I” or mailed to the address below: Administration Cherry Hill Public Library 1100 Kings Highway North Cherry Hill, NJ 08034 Attention: Jennie Purcell - Adult Services Librarian I |
| Librarian 1 - New Jersey State Library Information Center | January 30, 2024 | The New Jersey State Library Information Center is seeking a service-oriented librarian, with a strong commitment to information organization and access, to join the Technical Services unit. This is a union represented, entry level position and is ideal for a new librarian with great tech skills. Primary responsibilities include original and copy cataloging using Horizon, OCLC, MarcEdit and other tools as needed; creating authority records; and working with MARC metadata in all formats as needed to support the New Jersey State Library’s collections. Responsibilities will also include, but are not limited to, uploading digitized items to the appropriate repositories, and adding and updating content on the Library’s web pages. The person in this position may also work with a team to develop research guides; create and present webinars, tutorials, and classes on library resources and services; conduct library tours; promote library services and collections; and participate in other special projects as assigned. This position involves working collaboratively with staff from other units. Apply using think link.
Responsibilities: -Performs original and complex copy cataloging using Horizon, OCLC, MarcEdit, RDA, LCSH, LCC, and other tools as needed. Works with MARC metadata in all formats and subjects as needed to support the New Jersey State Library’s collections -Creates authority records at the national level -Manages bibliographic authority control processes using Horizon, DSpace, OCLC, and other tools as needed to ensure the internal consistency of the Libraries’ bibliographic databases and digital repository platforms. -Oversees quality control for bibliographic and authority metadata. Analyzes potential corrections and executes batch changes to manage and update bibliographic, holdings, and item data -Maintains knowledge of current and emerging issues and trends in identity management and authority metadata, including linked data, BIBFRAME, and semantic web developments -Creates and maintains documentation for areas of responsibility -Participates in appropriate professional development, continuing education, national-level professional service, or research activities -Performs related duties as assigned
Qualifications:
-Master's degree in librarianship, or related field -Familiarity with the processes of creating bibliographic and authority metadata -Familiarity with metadata format and content standards, including RDA and MARC21 -Familiarity with authority control processes -Knowledge of current trends in metadata and cataloging standards and technologies -Awareness of and interest in emerging technologies, including linked data
NOTE: Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52: 14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), also known as the "New Jersey First Act," which became effective September 1, 2011, all persons newly hired by the College/New Jersey State Library on or after that date shall have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. Employees hired prior to September 1, 2011, who transfer from within the University/New Jersey State Library, or from another State of New Jersey appointing authority without a break in service greater than 7 days but who reside outside of the State of New Jersey, are not required to change their principal residence to New Jersey in order to comply with the Act.
Minimum Competencies:
-Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-based environment -Excellent oral and written communication skills -Demonstrates initiative, takes ownership of work, completes what is needed without being asked, and follows through on projects -Has strong attention to detail and demonstrates highly effective problem-solving and analytical skills
The New Jersey State Library, an affiliate of Thomas Edison State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer |
| Library Assistant - New Jersey State Library | January 30, 2024 | Come work for us at the New Jersey State Library Information Center (SLIC)! We have an opening for a Library Assistant with excellent organizational skills, who is detail-oriented, to work in our Circulation unit. Submit your application by going here. This is an entry level, union represented position. Working under close supervision, the library assistant will perform routine non-professional library work of a varied nature directly related to the circulation of library materials, shelving and collection maintenance as well as other related work as required. Examples of Work: -Using the library’s integrated library system, registers new borrowers; updates and renews borrower accounts; checks out, returns and renews circulating materials for customers -Explains library circulation policies to visitors and callers -Shelves and shifts books and other library materials as required -Collects and records fines; balances cash drawer -Checks simple entries (ex. author and/or title) in library catalog in order to respond to patron queries -Collects data for statistical reports -Maintains essential records and files -Digitally scan books, reports, files and other materials as assigned as part of digitization projects or to support patron requests from within unique library collections Requirements: Physical Demands: The ability to lift 10 pounds and to push or pull book carts weighing 40 pounds, retrieve and return library materials to shelves, and hold and carry library materials. NOTE: Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 52: 14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), also known as the "New Jersey First Act," which became effective September 1, 2011, all persons newly hired by the College/New Jersey State Library on or after that date shall have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. Employees hired prior to September 1, 2011, who transfer from within the University/New Jersey State Library, or from another State of New Jersey appointing authority without a break in service greater than 7 days but who reside outside of the State of New Jersey, are not required to change their principal residence to New Jersey in order to comply with the Act.
Knowledge and Abilities:
-Ability to learn quickly from oral and written explanations and from demonstrations. -Ability to perform assigned library circulation tasks with strong attention to detail and organizational skill. -Ability to keep accurate, detailed library records and files. -Ability to understand library filing and classification systems. -Ability to shelve and shift library materials and retain proper sequence of items. -Ability to work harmoniously with colleagues and patrons of the library. -Ability to communicate clearly. -Ability to understand the importance of following established procedures and regulations. -Ability to utilize a computer proficiently, including keyboarding. -Knowledge of basic computer skills. -Knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office products. -Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or information systems used by the library. -Ability to read, write, speak, understand or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as a-acceptable forms of communication -Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible
The New Jersey State Library, an affiliate of Thomas Edison State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer |