Library Job Openings
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| PT Children's Library Assistant | March 21, 2024 | Position Offered: Part-time Children’s Services Library Assistant Job Summary: For complete job description and employment application, visit: fortleelibrary.org/about/employment/ Please email the following three (3) REQUIRED documents: The Library can only consider candidates who submit all required paperwork. APPLICATIONS WILL BE REVIEWED ON A ROLLING BASIS UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. Only candidates under consideration will be contacted. The selected candidate will be required to successfully pass Civil Service testing and requirements, in addition to a criminal background check. The Fort Lee Public Library hires under NJDOP and EOE Guidelines. |
| PT Reference Librarian, Fort Lee Library | March 21, 2024 | Position Offered: PT Reference Librarian Job Summary: For complete job description and employment application, visit: fortleelibrary.org/about/employment/ Please email the following three (3) REQUIRED documents: The Library can only consider candidates who submit all required paperwork. APPLICATIONS WILL BE REVIEWED ON A ROLLING BASIS UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. Only candidates under consideration will be contacted. The selected candidate will be required to successfully pass Civil Service testing and requirements, in addition to a criminal background check. The Fort Lee Public Library hires under NJDOP and EOE Guidelines. |
| Passport Acceptance Agent - Plainsboro Free Public Library | March 21, 2024 | JOB OPENING: Part-time Passport Acceptance Agent Plainsboro Public Library seeks an energetic and self- motivated Passport Acceptance Agent to become part of our new Passport Acceptance Services department. The ideal candidate will provide friendly, high quality customer service to patrons of all ages at the Passport Desk. A Passport Agent is responsible for accepting passport applications on behalf of the Department of State. The Agent verifies that the documents presented fulfill federal requirements, ensures the application is completed correctly, and answers customer questions. The Agent will also be required to take passport photos and fulfill general clerical tasks as assigned. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to: ● Memorization of extensive Department of State rules and regulations; ● Complete web-based training; ● Remain detail-oriented under pressure; ● Provide excellent customer service; ● Communicate effectively with customers; ● Complete clerical tasks online and using Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word; ● Operate equipment such as the fax, scanner, copier and passport photo camera; ● maintain effective working relationships with associates and customers. Education and experience: Education and Experience Computer skills required. Previous customer service experience preferred. Passport application acceptance agents per Department of State requirements must: ● Be a United States citizen age 18 or older; ● Be free of any federal or state felony convictions; ● Be free of any misdemeanor conviction for crimes relating to breach of trust or moral turpitude, i.e., embezzlement, identity theft, misappropriation, document fraud, drug offense, or dishonesty in carrying out a responsibility involving public trust; and ● Not be on parole or probation relating to any federal or state convictions. 10-18 hours/week Schedule: 10 hours per week, includes some evening and weekend hours. Possibility of seasonal increases to hours. Salary: $18.00 per hour Application: For consideration, please send a cover letter and resume to: jobs [at] plainsborolibrary.org Include “Part-time Passport Acceptance Agent” in the email subject line. Please no phone calls. Only candidates selected for interviews will be notified. Employment offers are conditional upon a successful background and reference check and include a six month probationary period; clearance by National Passport Center also required. Plainsboro Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicant must comply with the “NJ First Act.” Start Date: Immediate Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. |
| Adult Services Librarian, Full Time, Camden County Library System | March 20, 2024 | Job Title: Librarian 1 OR Librarian 2 Job Posting 016-24 Location: M. Allan Vogelson Regional Branch, Adult Services Dept., Voorhees Salary: $25.5158 per hour ($46,438.76 annually-Librarian 1) Schedule: 35 hours per week - Based on library needs and will include days, evenings & weekends 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. Duties for this position include but are not limited to: -providing adult reference services in person, by phone and via email; -developing, scheduling, and conducting a variety of in person and virtual programs for adults including creating and teaching computer training classes -instructing library customers how to use our catalog, databases, digital content and services -collection development including purchasing, weeding, and upkeep of the assigned collection area -community outreach -assisting at the circulation desk or computer lab as needed -may act as the Person-in-Charge of the branch or scheduled at other Library branches based on need Education/Certification/Experience/ Requirements: Librarian 1 requires: A Master's degree in Library or Information Sciences in 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 College. Librarian 2 requires: One year of full time equivalent professional librarian experience as well as the requirements listed above. *Must possess a NJ Professional Librarian Certificate or obtain the certificate upon hiring. Employment applications may be obtained on our website and should be directly uploaded at: http://www.camdencountylibrary.org/employment-library Completed applications are due in the Human Resources Office by April 12, 2024 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. |
| PT Library Assistant | March 19, 2024 | The Montville Township Public Library located in northern Morris County (I-80/I-287) has an opening for a part-time Library Assistant position in the Circulation Department. We are seeking a candidate who is able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and fill-in hours as needed for an approximate schedule of 15-25 hours weekly. The successful applicant must be dependable, be able to provide excellent customer service, be a team-player, task-oriented, friendly, and have basic computer skills. Responsibilities will include a full range of duties in the Circulation Department which includes Circulation and Technical Processing. The successful candidate must exhibit the ability to deal tactfully and respectfully with the public and work effectively with colleagues and supervisors. The position requires lifting, bending, pushing and pulling Library book carts and carrying library materials from the book drops. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Work experience including some Library work experience is a plus. Computer skills are essential. Salary is $17.95 per hour. The Montville Township Public Library is covered by Civil Service regulations and staff is represented by the IFPTE Union. Retirement plans are available and the position also includes pro-rated vacation, sick and floating holidays. Employment offers are conditional upon a successful background and reference check. Send resume, cover letter, and three references to: Catherine LaBelle, Library Director, e-mail: clabelle [at] montvillelibrary.org; or mail to Catherine LaBelle, Library Director, Montville Township Public Library, 90 Horseneck Road, Montville, NJ 07045. Basic employment applications are also available at the Library's information Desk. The Montville Township Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications/Resumes/Cover letters and references will be accepted until Monday, April 8, 2023 or until the position is filled.
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| Part Time Librarian 1, West Windsor Branch, Mercer County Library System | March 19, 2024 | Please accept this as notification of the anticipated vacancy of the position of Part Time Librarian I at the West Windsor Branch, Mercer County Library System. This 19 hour per week position during the school year requires the following schedule, Saturday 9-5, Sunday 12-5, and Monday 12:30-8:30. In the summer the Sunday hours shift to Friday. The successful candidate should be enthusiastic, forward thinking, resourceful, flexible, efficient, conscientious, and detail-oriented. The candidate should have excellent communication and customer service skills, exhibit friendly professionalism, be able to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously, contribute new ideas that will help the branch to better serve its community, and provide outstanding reference service. The candidate will be expected to create/facilitate adult programming for a diverse public; assist the Virtual Programming Coordinator in discovering, scheduling and facilitating virtual programming; market programs and library services; and do outreach to the community. Typical responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Familiarity with the library system’s resources and social media platforms, including the website, prior to applying is strongly encouraged. Knowledge of current library technologies and the ability to use the library’s automated system, online resources, mobile applications, and Microsoft Office applications such as Word and Excel is a must. This position requires an MLS/MLIS degree from an ALA accredited institution and a NJ Librarian’s Certification. Students enrolled in an MLS program with a significant amount of coursework completed may also be considered. This position requires Mercer County residency. A full job description can be found on the State of New Jersey Civil Service Commission website. This title is covered under AFSCME local 3566. The current salary range for the position is $23.1590 to $37.4038 per hour. Once certified into a permanent title, part time employees earn sick and vacation time, and are eligible to receive holiday pay. Applications will be accepted until a candidate is found; only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted. Résumés may be submitted care of: Ellen Brown, Library Director EOE/AA/ADA Employer |
| PT Library Assistant | March 18, 2024 | The Moorestown Library in Moorestown, NJ is seeking an enthusiastic individual to provide excellent customer service in the position of Library Assistant. DESCRIPTION: This is a part-time, 12 hour per week position including one evening a week and up to 3 Saturdays and 1 Sunday a month. HOURS: 1 Weekday evening: 5-9 PM 3 Saturdays/month: 9 AM - 5 PM 1 Sunday/month: 12:30 PM – 5 PM EXAMPLES OF WORK:
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SALARY and BENEFITS: $16 hour plus sick and vacation pay and enrollment in retirement program TO APPLY: Submit a cover letter, resume and three professional references to Joan Serpico, Library Director at jserpico [at] moorestownlibrary.org Preference given to applications sent by March 25, 2024. |