Children’s Services Librarian, Part-Time - Piscataway Public Library

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Children’s Services Librarian, Part-Time

Piscataway Public Library

Under the supervision of the Head of Children’s Services, the part-time Children’s Services Librarian is responsible for planning and implementing children’s programming, increasing community engagement through outreach, and assisting with collection development. 

Responsibilities:

  • Planning, coordinating, executing, and evaluating in-person and virtual programs that meet the interests and needs of children and families in the community 
  • Strengthening connections with local organizations and representing the library at community events 
  • Assisting with the maintenance of the children’s print and nonprint collection 
  • Providing reference and readers’ advisory services to children and families
  • Providing all-ages reference
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

  • A Master's Degree in Library Science (or equivalent) from an ALA accredited program and New Jersey Professional Librarian’s Certificate are preferred. Consideration will be given to currently enrolled MLS students.
  • Bilingual language skills are preferred
  • Experience with and enthusiasm for working with children (ages birth to 12 years) and families
  • Experience providing reference and reader’s advisory services for children 
  • Ability to communicate clearly, courteously, and effectively with library patrons and staff

Schedule:

The schedule for this position is 12 hours per week including Monday 4-8pm, Tuesday 4-8pm, Wednesday 4-8pm, and rotating Saturday coverage, primarily at the Westergard branch. There is an opportunity for additional hours on a substitute basis. 

Compensation:

$35.63 per hour for librarian with MLS and NJ certification

$30 per hour for Library Associate currently enrolled in MLS program

Notices: 

  • The successful candidate must comply with the "New Jersey First Act"
  • All Piscataway Township employees over 18 are subject to the successful completion of a 3-month performance evaluation period
  • Offers of employment will be conditional pending the completion of a criminal background check and drug screening as part of our pre-employment procedures
  • Proof of Covid-19 vaccination is required for all new hires
  • Piscataway Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer

To Apply:

Email a meaningful cover letter, resume, and three professional references to jobapplications [at] piscatawaylibrary.org and include Children’s Services Librarian, Part-Time, in the subject line. Deadline to apply May 20.  The anticipated start date is June 20. Only applicants invited for interviews will be contacted. 

About Piscataway Public Library:

Piscataway Township has a richly diverse population of over 58,000 and is located in Middlesex County, NJ.  Piscataway Public Library is a statewide leader in public library service and has a tradition of providing pioneering programs. Piscataway Public Library nurtures professional development, leadership, and innovation.