MIDDLETOWN TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
55 New Monmouth Road Middletown, NJ 07748
Phone: 732-671-3700 • www.mtpl.org
Opening – Full-Time Librarian 1 – Teen
Civil Service Job Specification 07569
The Middletown Township Public Library is seeking a fun, energetic and creative Full Time Teen Librarian. This individual will report to and collaborate with both the Youth Services Manager and the Adult Reference Manager.
Education:
A Master’s degree in Library or Information Sciences from a library program accredited by the American Library Association or from a New Jersey College Master’s program in Library Science that has been deemed acceptable by Thomas Edison State University.
License:
Appointees may be required to possess a valid certification as a Professional Librarian issued by Thomas Edison State University.
Responsibilities:
- Programming, collection development, and collaboration with local schools and agencies to enhance teen services.
- Selects and maintains materials for the young adult collection within an established budget.
- Plans and coordinates young adult services and programs, including the summer reading program, TAB meetings, and other events.
- Organizes and coordinates the very popular youth volunteer program to assist throughout the library.
- Identifies curriculum needs in the community, plans, and provides services to meet those needs.
- Attends and participates in professional development, conferences, committees, and meetings.
- Maintains an awareness of professional trends, particularly regarding young adult literature and services.
- Provides readers advisory and reference services for young adults and adults.
- Excellent computer and technological skills.
- Strong communication and customer service skills required.
Will be based in the Adult Reference department, which is closer in proximity to the Teen Room. Will be required to work at the public desk in the Adult Reference Department during the week and on scheduled evenings/weekends.
Schedule:
35-hour work week including 1 evening shift (1:00-9:00pm) per week
Off 1 day per month during the week to cover 1 Saturday per month (9:00-5:00pm) shift
Compensation:
CWA Local Union 1032 contractual salary: $59,433.84
Includes excellent benefits package: Dental, Health, Vision & Prescriptions
Contact Information:
Submit your resume, (3) references and letter of interest to:
Wendy LaTona, CPM
Business Manager
Middletown Township Public Library
55 New Monmouth Road, NJ 07748
wlatona [at] mtpl.org
OPEN UNTIL FILLED