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JOB OPENING • Hilton Branch of the Maplewood Memorial Library

CHILDREN’S LIBRARIAN • 28 hours per week
posted: April 18th – May 13th, 2022

The Maplewood Memorial Library seeks an innovative, dynamic, and forward thinking librarian or library student to serve as part of the Hilton Branch Library team.

Responsibilities:
Under the general direction of the Manager of the Branch Library and Head of Children’s Services:
 

  • Provide reference, reader’s advisory and technology instruction.
  • Select and maintain the juvenile collections
  • Create innovative programs for children ages birth – 5th grade and families to build literacy and the love of reading including storytimes, STEM programming, summer reading events and other programs both in the library and throughout the community
  • Build partnerships with schools and community organizations to expand literacy programs and resources
  • Stay current in public library matters through professional development and involvement in professional organizations
  • Collaborate with Teen Services and Adult Services for multi-age, multi-generational programming
  • Perform related duties as required
  • Includes working one evening per week and one Saturday in four; pro-rated vacation, personal time, sick-time and comp-time.  Maplewood’s covid vaccination policy requires proof of vaccination.

 

Qualifications:

  • ALA accredited MLIS and NJ Professional Librarian Certification.  We will consider a qualified MLIS candidate at a pro-rated salary.
  • Knowledge of children’s materials and resources
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Organizational and communication skills
  • Familiarity with and enthusiasm for current technologies

 

 

2022 Salary Ranges:
Librarian at 28 hours/week:  $44,078.38 - $45,719.06
Senior librarian at 28 hours/week:   $47,476.66 - $58,966.06
 

 

Email resume and cover letter by May 13th to:
Ms. Jane Folger, Interim Branch Manager and Head of Children’s Services
jfolger [at] maplewoodlibrary.org

973.762.1688 ext 5006