Responsible for reader’s advisory and children's and teen reference services using the full range of resources available. Excellent customer service is essential to this position.
PARTIAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
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Assist children, parents, and adults who work with children in selecting library materials through reader’s advisory and programs where appropriate.
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Promote literacy and provide materials that reflect the diverse interests of the community.
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Assist children and teens in using public computers and electronic resources.
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Prepare age appropriate reading lists.
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Maintain the appearance of the children’s room or young adult area, including the condition of the shelves, displays and general atmosphere.
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Promote programs and services through flyers, press releases, social media and website updates.
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Create and implement programs for children and/or teens.
The examples of duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed by the individuals in this position, rather than an exhaustive list.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
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Maintain good housekeeping practices and perform in a safe and effective manner so as not to inflict injury to self or others. Inform proper authority of any hazardous situations in the work environment.
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Clearly communicate and enforce the policies and procedures adopted by the Montclair Public Library.
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Support the library’s mission, vision and values, as well as a commitment to the community served by the library.
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Desire to work in an environment that is inclusive and respectful.
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Excellent customer service skills.
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Commitment to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
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Knowledge of current events, popular and local culture.
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Knowledge of the theories, objectives, principles and techniques of librarianship.
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High level of online skills such as internet searches, social media, desktop applications, websites.
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Ability to learn of BCCLS ILS (Polaris and Leap).
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Ability to utilize the full resources of BCCLS, including the web catalog, digital resources, eBooks, and downloadable materials.
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Ability to utilize the full resources of the New Jersey State Library, e.g., Jersey Clicks, resources for the hearing and sight impaired, historical information.
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Ability to work harmoniously with co-workers and a diverse and varied clientele.
QUALIFICATIONS
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Librarian: MLIS with NJ Certification; Library Assistant: Bachelors degree.
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Minimum of one year of library or customer service experience.
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Current knowledge of library trends and innovations.
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Residency in the State of New Jersey will be required in accordance with New Jersey Revised Statutes §52:14-7.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
Tuesday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Wednesday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. on a rotating basis
Sunday: 1-6 p.m. on a rotating basis
SALARY
Librarian: Accredited MLIS degree, $31.84
Library Assistant: Some undergraduate work, $17.37
Note: A Librarian position will have more responsibilities in the areas of readers advisory, programming, and outreach.
DEADLINE TO APPLY June 14, 2023
The Library is an equal opportunity employer. It is the Library’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, sex/gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, family responsibilities, civil union status, domestic partnership status, military service and veteran’s status, disability, genetic information, alienage or citizenship status, or other classification protected under federal, state or local law.
To apply visit: http://montclair.onerecruit.com/614D576B4D1