SCLSNJ Branch Librarian (Librarian III/IV)/ Branch Library Intern (Job# 2025-18)

SCLSNJ.org  - Hillsborough branch in Hillsborough, NJ 

Schedule:
Since the library is open on days and evenings, the schedule may vary, including Saturday rotation and some holidays; the schedule is subject to change with or without advance notice. Please note that this is not a remote, temporary, or seasonal position.

Essential Functions of the Job:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, providing advanced reference and reader’s advisory services to all age groups -
youth/teen/adult; planning, promoting, and implementing library programs and outreach for youth and teens, that encourage library
usage and support 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 youth, teen, or adult 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 a minimum of one year’s professional librarian experience, as stated above, will be
  considered as Librarian IV (Grade K) candidates.
• Students enrolled in an MLS program who have completed 18 credits may apply for the position as 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.

Benefits Include: 

• PTO, Paid Sick Time, Floating Holidays and Personal days
• Aetna Medical & Vision / Blue Cross Blue Shield Dental Options - HMO or PPOs
• Full-time employees: Participate in the Public Employee Retirement System (PERS), contributing a minimum of 7.5% of their gross salary. 100% invested in the plan after 10 years of service.
• SCLSNJ supports professional engagement by providing complimentary memberships to industry organizations like  ALA, NJLA, NJALA, and LibraryLinkNJ. Travel reimbursement is also available for staff representing SCLSNJ at conferences, meetings, and trade shows. 

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