Library Job Openings
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FT Learning & Engagement Library Associate - Burlington County Library System | February 1, 2024 | Title: Library Associate, Learning & Engagement, Full-time DESCRIPTION The Burlington County Library System seeks an enthusiastic, service-oriented, and self-motivated individual to join its team. Serving at one of two locations, the Cinnaminson or Pemberton branch, the ideal candidate will bring their knowledge of emerging technologies and a passion for connecting library services and resources to community partner offerings, as they create engaging learning and discovery opportunities for library visitors. Other examples of duties:
REQUIREMENTS Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree.
SCHEDULE 37.5 hours per week. Schedule to be determined and may include work at 1-2 partner branches. Includes evenings and weekends. Four Sundays per year. Submit a cover letter and resume to jobs [at] bcls.lib.nj.us with Job #09-24 and preferred branch in the subject line. |
FT Young Adult Services Librarian 1 - Burlington County Library System | February 1, 2024 | Title: Librarian 1, Young Adult Services, Full-time DESCRIPTION The Burlington County Library System seeks a dynamic, enthusiastic librarian to join its team. Serving at one of three locations, Burlington County Library, Evesham Library**, or Pemberton Library, this role will provide services to young adults and emerging adults while partnering with local organizations and high schools. The ideal candidate will help strengthen teen engagement with the library, pioneering initiatives around reading and lifelong learning as well as implementing programs to build independence, civic awareness, and leadership skills. This position will require a strong ability to manage deadlines, organize, and prioritize work independently. Some examples of duties:
**Flexibility to host programs for younger children a plus for the Evesham branch position. The mission of the Burlington County Library System is to enrich lives by providing opportunities for learning, growth, and personal development. REQUIREMENTS Education: Master’s degree in Library or Information Science from a library program accredited by the American Library Association or from a New Jersey Master’s program in Library Science that has been deemed acceptable by Thomas Edison State College. License: Obtain a valid NJ license as a Professional Librarian within six (6) month of appointment. SCHEDULE 37.5 hours per week, including evenings and weekends. Four Sundays per year. Flexibility a must for outreach events. Submit a cover letter and resume to jobs [at] bcls.lib.nj.us with Job #08-24 and preferred branch (County, Evesham, or Pemberton) in the subject line. |
FT Adult Services Librarian - Mahwah Public Library | February 1, 2024 | The Mahwah Public Library seeks a dynamic and enthusiastic professional to join the team as a full-time Adult Services Librarian. Under general direction of the Head of Adult Services, the Adult Services Librarian is an integral member of the adult services team with primary responsibility for managing and promoting adult collections, answering reference and informational questions, providing readers advisory services, providing technology assistance, and processing passport applications. The successful candidate will be passionate about library services, embrace change and have an innovative, forward-thinking vision of how public libraries can best serve their communities in the 21st century. He or she will thrive in a collaborative, team-based environment where outstanding customer service is the norm. The successful candidate will possess a MLS or comparable degree, a minimum of one year's professional experience a public library or similar setting. They will be passionate about great customer service in a team-focused environment, have an innovative, forward-thinking vision of how public libraries can best serve their communities in the 21st century and a willingness to embrace change. The successful candidate must either possess or be able to successfully complete training to receive certification as a passport acceptance agent within two (2) weeks of hire, and possess or be able to successfully complete training to receive certification as a notary public within four (4) weeks of hire. (The Library will provide release time as needed for certifications.) This is a 35 hr./wk. position with a starting salary of $64,500. Some evening and weekend hours are required. Generous benefits, including medical/dental and paid time off, are included. Professional growth, including participation in regional professional activities, is encouraged. Interested individuals should be aware that the New Jersey First Act requires employees of all public employers to reside in or establish residency in the State of New Jersey within one year unless otherwise exempted under the law. To apply, send a letter of interest addressing the Library's stated needs, resume, and three (3) professional references to: Kurt Hadeler, Director at khadeler [at] mahwahlibrary.org. Preference will be given to applications received by Friday, February 23, 2024. |
FT Emerging Technology Library Associate - Burlington County Library | February 1, 2024 | Title: Library Associate, Emerging Technology, Full-time DESCRIPTION The Children’s Services Department at the County Library seeks an enthusiastic, service-oriented, and self-motivated individual to join its team. The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable of the emerging trends in technology and digital literacy for children. They will provide exemplary customer service by being attentive, approachable, and empathetic while working with people of all ages and backgrounds, specifically children, teens, caregivers, and educators. Other examples of duties:
REQUIREMENTS Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree.
SCHEDULE 37.5 hours per week. Schedule to be determined. Includes evenings and weekends. Four Sundays per year. Submit a cover letter and resume to jobs [at] bcls.lib.nj.us with Job #05-24 in the subject line. |
FT Librarian 1 or 2, Digital Resources - Burlington County Library | February 1, 2024 | Title: Librarian 1 or Librarian 2, Digital Resources DESCRIPTION As part of the Collection Management team that oversees the acquisition, cataloging, access, and day-to-day management of both physical and digital collection items, the Digital Resources Librarian is responsible for all of the digital products and services offered by BCLS. Some examples of duties include:
REQUIREMENTS
SCHEDULE Monday – Friday; four Sundays per year on reference desk. Submit a cover letter and resume to jobs [at] bcls.lib.nj.us with Job #04-24 in the subject line. |
PT Executive Assistant to Library Director - Burlington County Library | February 1, 2024 | Title: Executive Assistant to the Library Director (Clerk 1) DESCRIPTION The Burlington County Library seeks a detail-oriented self-starter to serve as the Executive Assistant to the Library Director. The individual will provide high-level administrative and operational support, including managing Library Commission meetings. Some examples of duties include but are not limited to:
REQUIREMENTS
SCHEDULE 25 hours per week. Monday-Friday 8:30am – 1:30pm, with occasional flexibility for evenings and weekends. Submit a cover letter and resume to jobs [at] bcls.lib.nj.us with Job #01-24 in the subject line. |
Librarian I - Adult Services, Cherry Hill Public Library | January 31, 2024 | Filing Deadline: Friday, February 16, 2024 Full Time Union Position Hours: 35 hours per week | Salary: $52,403 About the Position: The Cherry Hill Public Library is seeking to hire a creative, well-read librarian for the Reference & Adult Services Department. We are a state-of-the-art library in a thriving and diverse suburban community. The successful candidate will be a responsible and energetic individual ready to keep up within a busy department. Duties will include (but are not limited to): • Initiate and participate in departmental programming and services such as (but not limited to) the Librarian by Appointment service, our Community Conversations program series, monthly Book Club, and other stand-alone events. • Selecting adult fiction and/or non-fiction material as part of the collection development group. • Staffing the adult Reference Desk as scheduled. • Serve as coordinator of the Adult Summer Reading Program. • Work with other staff to coordinate the Seed Library. • Research, identify, apply, and manage grants that create or support library mission, materials, and services. • Manage various aspects of the CHPL website and assist in running collection reports. Knowledge and Abilities: • Knowledge of current trends and practices in adult services, literature and materials. • Familiarity with serving adults of all abilities. • Ability to understand and apply library filing and classification systems. • Physical stamina is required to put away materials, push and pull loaded book carts and other library equipment and materials. Physical activity includes, but is not limited to, prolonged periods of sitting as well as periods of standing, mobility, stretching, bending and stooping. • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. • Knowledge of Koha ILS a plus. Ability to learn the library POS systems: Koha, SAM, Tech Logic, and others. • Ability to work harmoniously with colleagues, librarians, supervisors and with adult and juvenile patrons of the library. • Ability to understand the importance of following established procedures and regulations. • Ability to work and perform tasks without supervision. Qualifications: • Must have a master’s degree in Library or Information Science from an American Library Association accredited college or university • Experience providing reference and reader’s advisory services • Strong communication and customer service skills • Knowledge of print and digital general knowledge resources • Ability to work both independently and within a team • Teaching or computer instruction experience a plus • Strong technology skills and general comfort with learning new technology • Knowledge of Koha ILS a plus • Successfully pass a criminal background check • New Jersey residency required pursuant to NJSA 54:14-7 (L. 2011, Chapter 70), if selected for the position Schedule: This is a full time (35 hours a week) position with one weeknight and rotating Saturdays and Sundays required. About the Library: The Cherry Hill Public Library is the largest municipal library in the southern New Jersey area. The Library is open seven days a week and is operation Monday through Wednesday from 10:00 am to 9:00 pm, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, and 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm 32 Sundays a year. * Subject to change. How to Apply: All employment applications (cover letter and resume) may be emailed to jpurcell [at] chplnj.org with the subject line “Adult Services Librarian I” or mailed to the address below: Administration Cherry Hill Public Library 1100 Kings Highway North Cherry Hill, NJ 08034 Attention: Jennie Purcell - Adult Services Librarian I |