Librarian I– Adult Services
Filing Deadline: Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Full Time Union Position
Hours: 35 hours per week | Salary: $51,000
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.
• Manage and schedule all computer/technology classes for the general public, including coordination of instructional videos created by staff.
• Manage exam proctoring.
• Research, identify, apply, and manage grants that create or support library mission, materials, and services.
• Identify and promote library services with a particular focus on nontraditional collections and do-it-yourself/maker culture, including project management of annual Maker Day, Museum Pass program, and CHPL’s Library of Things.
• Identify and promote library services with a particular focus on music – performances, lectures, and collections.
• 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