Hourly Librarian, Matawan-Aberdeen Public Library

The Matawan-Aberdeen Public Library seeks an enthusiastic, tech-savvy, customer service-oriented librarian or library school student to join our friendly team. 

Job duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Reference and readers’ advisory service
• Collection development
• Programming

Requirements:

• MLS from an ALA-accredited program, or degree near completion
• Interest in emerging technologies and familiarity with current trends in public library service
• Excellent customer service skills
• Eager willingness to work in both Adult Services and Youth Services departments
• Flexible schedule

Salary: $20-25/hour

Schedule: Sundays 12-5pm required in Youth Services plus additional fill-in hours

Interested candidates should send completed employment application (found at https://www.matawanaberdeenlibrary.com/resources/Application.pdf) and résumé to Kimberly Paone, Library Director at .

The Cranford Public Library is accepting applications for the title of Principal Librarian to serve as Head of the Reference Department, a full-time position. The work week is 35 hours, including evening and weekend hours. The library is located in Union County and is a member of the Libraries of Union County Consortium and MURAL (Middlesex Union Reciprocal Agreement Libraries). Under general supervision of the Director, the Head of Reference will supervise staff and oversee the provision of a variety of library services primarily to adults and young adults. The ideal candidate will have professional knowledge of and experience with librarianship theories, principles, and practices, as well as management/supervisory skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Under supervision of the Director, supervises Librarians, Library Associates, Library Assistants, Library Pages, Volunteers, and other positions in the Reference Department including scheduling and training.
• Attends applicable interviews for new hires and promotions and makes recommendations for same.
• Performs supervisory duties, including but not limited to conducting performance evaluations on assigned staff and recommendations for disciplinary action.
• Coordinates the provision of Reference and Reader’s Advisory Service to the public, including staffing and scheduling library workers at the Reference Desk and Young Adult Desk.
• Acquires library materials, including reference, nonfiction, young adult and non-English collections, taking into consideration priority needs and budget limitations, as head of a development team.
• Coordinates staffing, assistance and training for the library’s Computer Lab, and works with library staff and external IT contractors to maintain, update and upgrade hardware and software.
• Develops, conducts and delegates library programs for adults and young adults that are responsive to community needs and feedback, including films, tours, talks, cultural events and other relevant subjects.
• Instructs library patrons in the effective use of print and non-print reference sources as well as use of library equipment; describes or demonstrates procedures for searching catalog files and shelf collections to obtain materials.
• Coordinates outreach efforts to external organizations, including membership drives, offsite training and public speaking as necessary.
• Coordinates projects, shifts, renovations and construction in the Library’s Reference Area.
• Manages review and weeding of library collections of books and other assigned materials utilizing library weeding guidelines.
• Manages Adult and Young Adult Summer Reading programs.
• Manages processing of interlibrary loans.
• Prepares reading lists and bibliographies for public distribution.
• Evaluates the needs of the Library in determining Library policy, procedures and future direction of the Library.
• Attends seminars and meetings of professional and technical groups or organizations for the purpose of keeping current with developments in the field of librarianship.
• Reads professional literature to keep abreast of current trends; exchanges ideas, information, and opinions with Director to formulate policies, procedures, programs for service improvements.
• Prepares drafts of publicity, news releases and flyers.
• Answers a wide range of reference questions of varying degree of difficulty.
• May be in-charge of Library building and staff; may need to re-schedule and reassign staff as required.
• May compile statistical data and periodically compose narrative reports showing plans, programs, problems or accomplishments of the work assigned.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Handles special projects as assigned by the Director.

REQUIREMENTS

EXPERIENCE

At least five years of experience working in roles of increasing responsibility in a public library environment, including management of staff, scheduling, programming and training. Experience with integrated library system software is required (experience with Polaris ILS software preferred).

EDUCATION

A Master’s degree in Library or Information Science and possession of or qualified to obtain, a Professional Librarian Certificate issued by Thomas Edison State College.

LICENSE

Possession of or the qualifications to acquire a valid license as Professional Librarian issued by the appropriate department within the State of New Jersey.  If appointee does not have a license at the time of appointment, proof must be shown that one has been applied for within the first three months of the appointment.

SKILLS

Ability to interact with library users successfully and familiarity with literature and audio-visual materials.

Ability to provide assignments and instructions to staff and supervise the performance of their work.

Ability to train staff and participate in consultative or in-service training programs.

Ability to select, organize, and evaluate library materials, provide direction for growth of the Library’s collections, and to locate information in specific sources and assemble information from scattered sources.

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with coworkers and other interested parties, to demonstrate teamwork skills and work both independently and as part of a larger group.

Ability to prepare reports.

Ability to supervise the maintenance of records and files.

Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.

Strong customer service and technology skills, creativity, flexibility, and a sense of humor.

TO APPLY
Salary is commensurate with experience and meets NJLA minimum standards for the position. This is a full-time position which includes medical, dental and prescription benefits, and a generous paid time off package.

Please send a resume, cover letter, and three references to Library Director Michael Maziekien by email ( "> ) with “Principal Librarian” in the subject line. This position will remain open until filled. The Cranford Public Library is an ADA compliant/EOE employer.

The West Milford Township Library seeks a professional librarian.  The ideal candidate will have excellent communications skills, experience managing and programming social media platforms, computer expertise, and a customer-focused approach to serving patrons. Duties will include reference, assisting patrons with computer issues, collection development, and other tasks involved in serving patrons.

Requirements include an ALA-accredited MLS, a minimum of one year of professional experience, a NJ Professional Librarian’s Certificate, and a valid driver’s license. The position is 20 hours per week, and it will include nights and participation in the weekend rotation. The minimum salary is $25 per hour. This is a Civil Service position (Librarian I). Appointment will be provisional, pending NJ Civil Service procedures.

To apply, please send your resume and the names of three professional references to Timothy Domick, Library Director, at .