Position: Substitute Librarian 🪄 (Part-Time / As-Needed)
Location: New Providence Memorial Library, New Providence, NJ
Salary/Hourly Rate: $30.00 – $33.00 per hour
Schedule: Per Diem / Flexible (Nights and weekends are our high-impact times!)
At the New Providence Memorial Library, our team is a magical mix of creative professionals who genuinely love what we do. We don’t just manage collections; we build experiences, spark curiosity, and serve as the warm, helpful heart of our neighborhood. We are looking for an energetic, community-minded Substitute Librarian to join our collaborative pool and help us maintain that magic when our core team needs to step away.
What makes you a perfect fit?
- You love the thrill of the hunt. Helping a patron track down an obscure answer or discover their next favorite book brings a genuine smile to your face.
- You have a passion for programming. You view library events as a way to connect, teach, and delight, and you are comfortable stepping in to keep the momentum going.
- You thrive on teamwork. You jump into shifts with a collaborative spirit, ready to support your colleagues and lift up the community.
- You have a flexible clock. You are ready and willing to handle dynamic schedules, particularly evening and weekend shifts when our community needs us most.
The Checklist:
- Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS/MLS) from an ALA-accredited program.
- Valid New Jersey Professional Librarian Certificate.
- A tech-friendly mindset and a patient, welcoming approach to customer service.
- Must comply with the NJ First Act residency requirements.
Ready to bring your Magic?
Send your resume and a quick note about why you love library work to director [at] newprovlibrary.org (director[at]newprovlibrary[dot]org). We can't wait to meet you!
- View full job description here
- All job opportunities at the NP Library require NJ First Act compliance.
$30 - $33 / hour