JOB POSTING #12-23
Title: Librarian 1, Generalist
Salary: $55,565
Location: Burlington County Library System, Westampton
Open: 05/23/23
DESCRIPTION
The Burlington County Library seeks an enthusiastic, service-oriented, and self-motivated librarian to join its team. The ideal candidate will have a strong customer service ethos and demonstrate knowledge of print and online resources, readers’ advisory, and solid technology skills. The individual must also exhibit strong communication skills. Some examples of duties include:
• Connecting customers to information, research and resources; assist with collection development and readers advisory.
• Demonstrate information and digital literacy skills.
• Assist with technology classes and one-on-one appointments. • Manage special projects that support the library’s mission.
• Participate in community outreach.
• Participate in professional conferences, continuing education trainings, and committees; read professional literature; attend and participate in staff meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
A master’s degree in Library or Information Science in a library program accredited by the American Library Association or from a New Jersey Master’s program in Library Science that has been deemed acceptable by Thomas Edison State College. Obtain a valid NJ license as a Professional Librarian within six (6) months of appointment.
SCHEDULE 37.5 hours per week, including evenings and weekends. Friday evening rotation September-June, rotating Saturdays and 4 Sundays a year.
WE OFFER Medical, dental, prescription coverage, retirement program, group life insurance, deferred compensation, credit union, paid sick, vacation, and holiday leave.
Submit a resume and cover letter including Job #12-23 by 06/07/23 to jobs [at] bcls.lib.nj.us