This position is located in our North Plainfield branch, located at 6 Rockview Ave. | North Plainfield, NJ 07060
Essential Functions of the Job: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, providing advanced reference and reader’s advisory services; planning, promoting and implementing library programs that encourage library usage and supports the goals of the SCLSNJ Strategic Plan, community needs, and changes in technology and trends in library services; managing branch materials in an assigned subject area(s) according to the SCLSNJ Collection Management Plan; performing outreach services; performing other work-related responsibilities and duties as assigned by the supervisor and/or Branch Manager.
Minimum Qualifications: NJ Librarian’s certificate required; MLS (ALA accredited program desirable); minimum of one year of professional librarian experience; coursework and/or training in adult, youth or teen services and print and electronic resources; less than one year of professional librarian experience is considered Librarian IV; must reside in the State of New Jersey within one year of employment unless exempted by law; reliable transportation to attend training, meetings, or other assigned duties at other branches or off-site locations as required.
- Applicants who do not possess at least 1 year of professional librarian experience, as stated above, will be considered Librarian IV (Grade K) candidates.
- Students enrolled in an MLS program who have completed 18 credits may apply for the position of a Library Intern. Eligible candidates should be actively enrolled in an MLS program.
Physical Demands: Ability to operate a personal computer and keyboard, projectors, printers, and other office equipment; reading materials and providing verbal assistance to library users in English or other languages as required by the position; manual dexterity to handle books, software, and a variety of media formats; intermittent sitting, standing, and walking; occasional bending, reaching, and stooping; lift and carry items weighing up to 35 lbs.; pushing or pulling objects weighing up to 100 lbs; distinguishing sounds at various frequencies and volumes; distance vision sufficient to distinguish people or objects under a variety of light conditions; vision sufficient to view computer screens and spine labels under a variety of light conditions.
Preferred: Bilingual in English and Spanish
Job Type: Full-time, Exempt, OPEIU
Hours: 37.5 per week for all positions with Paid Time Off.
Schedule: Since the library is open on days and evenings, the schedule may vary, including Saturday rotation and some Sundays and holidays; the schedule is subject to change with or without advanced notice. Please note that this is not a remote, temporary, or seasonal position.
The North Plainfield branch hours:
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Monday - Thursday 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
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Friday - Saturday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm | Sundays Closed
Annual Salary: Librarian III - $57,435 | Librarian IV - $50,000 | Library Intern - $45,400 (non-union). Salaries are non-negotiable.
Benefits & Perks
- In addition to competitive paid time off and retirement benefits, SCLSNJ offers comprehensive healthcare coverage at a strong value. Our benefits include Aetna medical and vision plans and Horizon Blue Cross/Blue Shield dental coverage.
- Employees enrolled in our Aetna plan also have access to the Partnership Health Center in Somerville—a complimentary healthcare center for employees and their dependents. Many prescriptions are offered at no cost, and visits to the center have no copays, providing meaningful savings throughout the year.
About SCLSNJ: Somerset County Library System of New Jersey partners with you to connect, to explore, to share, and to discover. Our vision is to work together to enrich lives, expand knowledge,and strengthen communities. SCLSNJ is comprised of 9 locations that serve 15 member communities. For more information, visit SCLSNJ.org
Submissions: Please provide a thoughtful cover letter, current résumé, and a copy of your NJ Librarian’s Certificate, along with the completed SCLSNJ employment application. The application form is available on our employment page. All interviews will be held in person at the North Plainfield branch.
Link to our employment page to download the SCLSNJ application: https://sclsnj.org/get-involved/work-at-sclsnj/
Apply at: jobs [at] sclibnj.org
(Attachments must be in PDF or Microsoft Word format.)
Please include Job ID 2025-34 on all submitted materials.
Application Deadline: December 19, 2025
Annual Salary: Librarian III - $57,435 | Librarian IV - $50,000 | Library Intern - $45,400 (non-union). Salaries are non-negotiable.