Operations Associate | Bridgewater Branch | Somerset County Library System of NJ (Anticipated start date June 15, 2026)

Essential Functions of the Job: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, coordinating and performing SCLSNJ technology purchasing, including a wide variety of hardware and software tools and services; providing instruction and training on using Library technology; responding to Help Desk tickets; participating in training, development, and continuing education activities; supporting other technology staff and processes; and performing other library-related tasks as assigned by the supervisor. This position includes consistently providing exemplary customer service and support to both internal customers (staff) and external customers (vendors) regularly. 

Reports to: IT Manager   | Full-time, Non-Exempt | Onsite | Location: Bridgewater, NJ - Operations - IT Department

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree preferred, and two years of related experience, or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities; attention to detail; must reside in the of 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.

Physical Demands: Reading materials and providing verbal assistance to library users in English; manual dexterity to handle equipment, books, software, and a variety of media formats; intermittent sitting, standing, and walking; frequent bending, reaching, and stooping, lifting and carrying 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, asset tags, serial numbers, and other fine print under a variety of light conditions.

Work Conditions & Schedule: Since the library is open on days and evenings, the schedule may vary, including Saturday rotation and some Sundays and holidays; the schedule is subject to change with or without advanced notice.

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

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

How to apply: 

1. Submit your cover letter, resume, and the SCLSNJ Job application as attachments via email. 

2. Please include the job# 2026-12on all materials you submit to Human Resources. 

3. You must complete the application in full, including providing professional references. 

4. Read our FAQs on the hiring process here:  https://sclsnj.org/get-involved/work-at-sclsnj/

5. Email to SCLSNJ Human Resources: jobs [at] sclibnj.org (jobs[at]sclibnj[dot]org).  Please do not also send duplicates via mail to us, if you are emailing us your materials.  We respond to all applicants with an auto-receipt.