Library Job Openings

Responsibilities include providing excellent customer service, answering reference questions, planning and conducting programs including story times, and assisting patrons with public computers. 22 hours weekly, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and alternating Fridays/Saturdays. Salary is $17.37 per hour. For more information and to apply, visit:  https://www.careers-page.com/montclair-public-library/job/LRXR5W4X

Areas of responsibilities include data management, office administration, curriculum / catalog management, and finance. 35 hours per week, some nights and weekends. Annual salary: $50,0000. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.careers-page.com/montclair-public-library/job/LRXR5W4X

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The Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library of Washington Township in Sewell, NJ seeks a FT Adult Services Librarian.  Responsibilities include providing competent reference and readers’ advisory services; creating and maintaining thematic displays; providing programs to the public as appropriate and necessary; selecting, maintaining, and weeding library materials according to the collection development plan; understanding and upholding library policies and procedures; acting as the librarian in charge in the absence of the library director and responding to emergency situations; instructing patrons in the use of print and electronic library resources; participating in professional development meetings and workshops; and performing all other duties as assigned.  

Requirements include a graduate degree in library and information science from an ALA-accredited program or a NJ State Professional Librarian’s Certificate.  Strong customer service skills are essential.  The person in this position must have the ability to maintain effective working relationships with others.  The ability to adapt to new technologies is required.  The person in this position must be able to follow directions, pay attention to details, and consistently meet deadlines.  Excellent oral and written communication skills are necessary.  

The preferred candidate will have three years of experience as a professional adult services librarian.  The preferred candidate will also have direct experience with administering adult programming, serving adults at a reference desk in a public library, and maintaining a collection of materials for adults.  Knowledge of print and electronic reference and readers’ advisory tools is essential.  The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic and highly motivated librarian who loves helping others, especially adults, in a public library setting.  

The Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library in is an independent municipal library in the Philadelphia metropolitan area, serving the residents of Washington Township in Gloucester County, NJ since 1966.  The library is a 20,000 square foot building with separate computer lab and children’s library.  The 2024 fiscal year operating budget is over two million dollars, derived primarily from Washington Township taxpayers.  The reference desk is staffed by professional librarians during all operating hours.  The library is open seven days per week throughout the entire year, including Sundays in the summer months.  The library is closed on major holidays as well as Mother’s Day, and Father’s Day.

This position reports to the Adult Services Supervisor who will assign yearly goals to accomplish supporting the five-year strategic plan that was adopted in March 2024.  This is a full-time position of 35 hours per week. The majority of the scheduled hours include daytime shifts from 9:30 AM – 5 PM.  This position also requires at least one regularly scheduled evening shift per week until 9 PM and some weekend shifts, possibly including Saturday or Sunday.  

The salary range for this position is $55,697 - $75,697.  Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience.  The library provides excellent benefits, including health insurance, dental insurance, and paid time off.  Per the township policy, there is a ninety-day waiting period for use of paid time off and a sixty-day waiting period for participation in health and dental care.  Full time employees must enroll in the NJ pension system.  The library also pays ALA and NJLA membership dues.  Per the NJ First Act, residency in New Jersey is required within one year from date of hire.  

To apply, send a resumé, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to Sheila Mikkelson, Library Director, at smikkelson [at] hegganlibrary.org with a subject heading of Adult Services Librarian.  Preference will be given to applications received by October 4, 2024.  

Job Title:                 Librarian 1 or Librarian 2 *Title Depends On Experience         Job Posting 028-24

Location:                 South County Regional Branch Library, Winslow Twp

Salary:                    Librarian 1 - $25.5158 hr ($46,438.76 yr)
                               Librarian 2 - $26.7909 hr ($48,759.44 yr)

 Schedule:           Based on library needs and will include days, nights & weekends  
 
The Camden County Library is seeking an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and creative Librarian who loves to work with the public both in person and virtually. Duties include:

1. develop and present youth services programming (birth through high school); 
2. provide reference and reader’s advisory services to all ages; 
3. answer questions in-person, over the phone and by email; 
4. assist customers on the public computers; 
5. collection development duties including purchasing, weeding, and upkeep of the assigned collection area;
6. proactively conduct community outreach to schools and local organizations; 
7. assist at the circulation desk as needed; 
8. perform other related duties as required. 
9. may be scheduled at other Library facilities. May act as the Person-in-Charge of the branch. 

The Camden County Library System serves over 330,000 County residents.  Our staff make customer service and community engagement a priority and strive to help communities reach their aspirations through library services.  We strive to provide creative and innovative services and are guided by core values such as intellectual freedom, lifelong learning, integrity and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our Library serves everyone in our communities and seeks to remove barriers to services and create a welcoming and safe environment. 

Requirements: 

A Master's degree in Library or Information Sciences in a 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 College. 

Must possess a NJ Professional Librarian Certificate or obtain the certificate upon hiring. 
Librarian 2 requires: One year of full time equivalent professional librarian experience as well as the requirements listed above

Completed employment application and resume are required for consideration. 

Employment applications may be obtained on our website and both documents can be directly uploaded at: http://www.camdencountylibrary.org/employment-library  or you may submit your completed application and resume to  humanresources [at] camdencountylibrary.org. 

Completed application with resume are due in the Human Resources Office by October 4th at 2 PM.  

The Camden County Library System complies with the New Jersey First Act. The chosen candidate may be required to complete and pass a background and drug screening process.  

The Camden County Library System embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports patrons and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented identities to apply. The Camden County Library is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action Employer.   

 We meet the learning, recreational and information needs of our customers, providing an open environment for our community. 

APPLICATION LINK: https://montclair.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/JobOpportunities/job/Montclair-NJ/Senior-Library-Assistant_R1003797

QUESTIONS ABOUT THE POSITION?: savagej [at] montclair.edu

SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Interim Head of Access Services, the Senior Library Assistant is responsible for providing efficient information, circulation, course reserves and resource sharing services to the library’s users in support of its mission, staffing the Front Desk, circulating materials, and maintaining the library stacks, primarily during evening hours.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide accurate, courteous and efficient assistance to library users in person, by phone, or email.
• Work at the Access Services Front Desk answering library users’ questions, providing directions, and managing general library operations to ensure that library policies are adhered to.
• Assist patrons with routine transactions at the Front Desk such as check-ins and check-outs, renewals, registrations, and locating library materials. Respond to queries about other departmental services such as hold requests, paying fees, interlibrary loan requests, access to group study rooms, troubleshooting and reporting issues with library equipment, etc.
• Make appropriate referrals to a librarian and our 24/7 chat reference service.
• Assist in training and supervising staff and student assistants in routine Front Desk area and stacks operation procedures.
• Perform stacks area duties, including shelving, shelf reading and keeping the shelves organized and presentable.
• Oversight of building issues during evenings is essential, including but not limited to handling complaints, addressing behavioral issues, and contacting facilities, public safety, and library administration.
• Assist the Resource Sharing department in processing interlibrary loan requests including filling electronic requests, scanning, receiving and processing physical items.
• Carry out library building closing procedures; perform routine duties, including turning off the lights throughout the building, and checking/locking the front entrance and exit doors, etc. 
• Provide strong customer service to a diverse patron population, including faculty, staff, students, and community members.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED:

• One (1) year of experience in library work.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Punctuality, reliability, and excellent attendance.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Some computer skills and clerical experience with detail and accuracy on information input.
• Ability to lift (up to 50 pounds) and bend.
• Ability to use typical library equipment and troubleshoot and report issues.
• Team player and work cooperatively with co-workers.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; good judgment and initiative.
• Cultural competency with the ability to work and communicate well with library users, faculty, staff and students from varied backgrounds and talents.

PREFERRED:

• Minimum of one year of college.
• Familiarity with standard library research tools (library catalog, subject/research guides, database and journal lists).
• Microsoft Office and Google Apps skills.

*NOTE: This is a Civil Service position.  As required by the State of New Jersey, in order to be certified to the position and attain permanent status in title, candidates are required to successfully serve a 4-Month Working Test Period.

SALARY RANGE: A10 $38,339.48 - $53,425.91 *NOTE: Salaries for internal candidates are determined by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission's formula. Salaries for external candidates are determined up to step four $43,368.29

PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY

Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background, skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying, please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions. 

Department

Access Services & Resource Sharing

Position Type

Support

Contact Information:

For questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources' Workday Recruiting Support at 973-655-5000 (Option 2), or email talent [at] montclair.edu.

EEO/AA Statement

Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.

Additional information can be found on the website at 
www.montclair.edu/human-resources/about-us/eo-aa-and-diversity/

Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 Policy

Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender, and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities.  The requirement to not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities extends to admission and employment. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/job-seekers/

The Metuchen Public Library is seeking qualified candidates for a part-time Bookkeeper. The candidate will be responsible for accounts payable, purchasing, maintaining and generating accurate and clean financial transactions, records, statistics and reports for the Library Director and the Library Board of Trustees. 

The candidate must work independently, and be able to keep accurate, organized, and detailed records. This position requires excellent communication and decision-making skills, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word. Knowledge of QuickBooks Online is a plus. 

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Library Director, the bookkeeper is responsible for accurately recording and maintaining the organized financial records of the library. Prepare accurate, and detailed statistical and financial reports. Respect the confidentiality of library files and records. Understand and follow library policies & procedures. Maintain effective working relationships with all employees. Effectively deal with multiple tasks simultaneously. Work closely with the Library Director and the Borough of Metuchen to manage accounts and vendor files.  

This is a part-time position of 14-18 hours per week. Additional hours may be required as needed.

Primary Responsibilities

• Creates vendor profiles, purchase orders and vouchers, manage accounts payable/receivable, monitors accounts, transfers funds as needed, and prepares funds for the annual audit, including year-end financial reports.
• Coordinates with all Departments to ensure library supplies that are needed are selected, ordered, received, and paid for on time; maintains a library supply inventory.
• Processes incoming invoices and records accurate figures and statements for payment.
• Records incoming cash, donations, and other library fines and fees.
• Reconciles the cash accounts of the library to bank statements for the Director’s review.
• Maintains accurate and proper records of private donations and grants awards activities.
• Keeps clear and accurate account records and provides monthly and annual financial transaction reports and other confidential reports as needed to the Library Director or the Library Board.
• Assists the Library Director for the annual NJ State Library Per Capita Aid Application and other reports as needed.
• Assists the Library Director to ensure compliance with New Jersey State regulations for purchasing, record retention, etc.
• Works collaboratively with the Borough of Metuchen on financial activities
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

 Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or the equivalent in education and experience
• Knowledge of QuickBooks Online preferred.
• Experience in bookkeeping/accounting required.
• Experience working in a public library preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to keep organized, accurate and detailed recordkeeping.
• Knowledge and skills in Microsoft Office, QuickBooks and other library technologies.
• Must successfully pass a six-month probation period.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Rebecca FrancoMartin, Library Director by email to: rfrancomartin [at] metuchenlibrary.org