Collingswood Library Now Hiring: Part-Time Teen Librarian/Library Assistant Position
The Teen Librarian/Assistant understands and relates to teens in their own language and on their own terms. This position is focused on fostering a sense of fun, exploration, and inclusion.
Employer: Collingswood Public Library; Borough of Collingswood, NJ
Posting Date: January 1, 2023. This position will be considered open until it is filled.
Schedule: 10-25 hours per week [PT], primarily on weekday afternoons. Required: Wednesday afternoons and evenings [3pm-8pm], Friday afternoons [3pm-5pm], and occasional Saturdays. An ideal applicant would be available to work at least three weekday afternoons. Additional morning and evening hours are available.
Education Required:
- Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS) from an ALA accredited institution for Librarian position.
- MLS students or candidates with commensurate degrees and/or extensive experience working with youth will be considered for a Library Assistant position.
Compensation: $22-24 per hour for Librarian; $16-20 per hour for Library Assistant
Under guidance of the Head of Youth Services, the candidate will:
- Coordinate programming for teens, including: organizing, publicizing, and staffing programs and activities focused on education and enrichment for teens and tweens in the community.
- Shelve and repair books, assist with Children’s programs, provide service to patrons, create book displays, review donations, and make purchase recommendations.
- Uphold the library’s mission, vision and values, including a commitment to the principals of equity, diversity, and inclusion.
- Clearly and consistently communicate and enforce the library’s policies and procedures.
- Assist on the Reference Desk or Circulation Desk as needed.
Qualifications:
- Experience working with tweens and teens and an understanding of their unique needs.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Knowledge and understanding of current and emerging social media and internet trends.
- Proficiency in teaching new skills to a broad range of learners.
- Record of maintaining strong working relationships with colleagues and the public.
- Proven project management and problem resolution skills.
- Physical Duties: lifting up to 15 lbs.; sitting and standing for periods of time.
- Residency in the State of New Jersey required in accordance with NJ Revised Statutes §52:14-7.
- Candidate is required to complete a background check.
To apply: Please email a meaningful cover letter, resume, and a list of two professional references to libraryadmin [at] collingswoodlib.org.
The Borough of Collingswood is an Equal Opportunity Employer