JOB POSTING #03-26
Title: Information Resources Librarian (Librarian 1) Salary: $58,492
Location: Burlington County Library System, Westampton Open Until Filled
ABOUT BCLS
The Burlington County Library System (BCLS) consists of 15 locations and both a Mobile Library and a Mobile Learning Lab that travel to dozens of community touchpoints throughout the largest county in the state. In addition, a Library by Mail service expands our reach in new and unique ways. We are an organization committed to staff growth and continuing education to help our team keep up with the ever-changing library field. Our Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA) committee works continually toward inclusion goals and new and evolving work group projects ensure there are system-wide opportunities for employees to tackle large initiatives. Other highlights include a StoryWalk® on our adjacent County Parks grounds, a 250-seat auditorium hosting concerts, performers and events for all ages and an annual Book Festival celebrating all things reading! Flip through our 2024 Annual Report for more about our recent initiatives!
DESCRIPTION
The Burlington County Library seeks a dynamic and enthusiastic librarian to join its Adult Services team. The Information Resources Librarian aids and connects library users to resources and information, as well as hosting programs and learning/training opportunities for library customers. This position is also responsible for ensuring community awareness of and connection to BCLS’s broad range of online and print resources to locate, evaluate, and effectively use information. Additional duties include:
- Provide outstanding customer service, reference, and readers’ advisory; demonstrate knowledge of print and online resources.
- Promote and demystify library databases, online learning tools and platforms, as well as general informational and research resources through group or one-on-one training.
- Design and implement creative programming that connects the community to information resources and promotes information literacy.
- Manage, update, and maintain BCLS’s online resource guides.
- Provide outreach to community groups, local business organizations, government, and non-profit agencies to promote the effective use of library resources for their organizations.
- Assist with special projects that support the library’s mission.
- Participate in professional conferences, seminars, and committees; read professional literature; attend and participate in staff meetings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
A master’s degree in library or information science in 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. Obtain a valid NJ license as a Professional Librarian within six (6) months of appointment.
SCHEDULE
37.5 hours per week, including evenings and weekends. Friday evening rotation September-June; rotating Saturdays; 4 Sundays per year.
WE OFFER
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, retirement program, group life insurance, deferred compensation, credit union, paid time off (sick, vacation, personal, holiday) and more.
Submit cover letter and resume as PDF attachments to jobs [at] bcls.lib.nj.us (jobs[at]bcls[dot]lib[dot]nj[dot]us). Include Job #03-26 in subject line.
$58,492