**This posting is in addition to our opening for the Manager of Adult Services**
Old Bridge Public Library, Staff Librarian – Adult Services
Full-Time: Annual Salary $64,694.27
Organizational Role
Provides reference and reader’s advisory services. Plans and schedules Library programs. Manages areas of the collection.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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Provides reference and reader’s advisory services.
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Manages assigned area(s) of the collection, including selection and weeding.
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Plans, schedules and presents library programs including story times.
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Cooperates with schools, businesses, and relevant community organizations for outreach services.
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May supervise and train volunteers as necessary.
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May serve as a Notary Public.
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Assists customers in the use of the public catalog, computers, and copiers.
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Provides formal and informal technology training when assigned.
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Develops instructional tools such as bibliographies and research guides.
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Promotes library services, programs, and resources.
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May work collaboratively with School District on programs.
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May participate in the writing and administration of grants and special projects.
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Participates in Library and professional meetings, workshops, webinars, and other continuing education opportunities.
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Works a flexible schedule including days, evenings, and weekends.
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Performs other tasks as assigned.
Qualifications
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MLS/MLIS from an ALA accredited library school.
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Must have or be eligible to obtain a New Jersey Professional Librarian Certificate.
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Demonstrated experience and skills in the following areas: flexibility, initiative, teamwork, and customer service.
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Ability to communicate verbally and in writing clearly, courteously, and effectively in the English language.
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Proficiency in the use of personal computers and MS Office products, ILS software, and the internet.
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Possession of a valid driver’s license.
Please send a letter of interest and resume to Linda Reynolds, Executive Assistant for Personnel, Old Bridge Public Library, 1 Old Bridge Plaza, Old Bridge, New Jersey 08857 or lreynolds [at] oldbridgelibrary.org (lreynolds[at]oldbridgelibrary[dot]org) no later than May 2, 2025.
$64,694.27