North Plainfield - Branch Librarian Supervisor (Librarian II) (Job# 2025-13) - Somerset County Library System of New Jersey

Please use job code on all materials: NPLAIN Branch Librarian Supervisor (Librarian II) (Job# 2025-13)

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 notice. Please note that this is not a remote, temporary, hybrid, or seasonal position.

Essential Functions of the Job: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, supervising and monitoring the delivery of services to the local community related to the youth services department in English or Spanish, or other language, subject to the needs of the branch, providing advanced reference and reader’s advisory services; planning, promoting, and implementing library programs 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 Branch Manager.

Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in Library Science; three years experience as a professional librarian, coursework and/or training in adult, youth, or teen services and print and electronic resources or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities; demonstrated leadership experience through work or volunteer activities; must reside in the State of New Jersey within one year of employment unless exempted by law; reliable transportation to attend training or meetings at other branches or off-site locations as required.

Languages: Bilingual in English /Spanish is highly preferred.

Physical Demands: Ability to operate a 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; ability to perform the essential functions of this position in areas of the building that are only accessible by using stairs; occasionally bending, reaching, and stooping; lifting 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.

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.

Visit our website to learn more about SCLSNJ and  to download complete the job application: https://sclsnj.org/get-involved/work-at-sclsnj/

How to apply: 

• Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and the SCLSNJ application from our website.
• You must complete the SCLSNJ job application in full - 3  business references and the hours you can work are required for consideration. Please print clearly or type into the PDF.
• You may apply for more than one position at a time.
• Applicants are notified via email if they are not selected to move forward in the hiring process within 5-10 days.
• If selected, you will be contacted via phone by Human Resources with the next steps.
• We do not use 3rd party recruiters. Please be wary of scams.

Hiring FAQs:  https://sclsnj.org/get-involved/work-at-sclsnj/

• Applicants are welcome to snail mail or email, or drop off their materials in a sealed envelope.
• We do not need multiple copies of applicant materials.  
• SCLSNJ Human Resources email: jobs [at] sclibnj.org (jobs[at]sclibnj[dot]org).
• SCLSNJ Bridgewater Branch 1 Vogt Drive, Bridgewater, NJ 08807 - Attn: Human Resources

Format: 

• We only accept attachments - PDF or Microsoft Word format.
• NO JPEG or PNG Image files. We do not accept shared Google Docs links. 
  Must include the Job ID 2025-13 on all submitted materials - Position closes 07/09/2025