Library Job Openings
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| Temporary Librarian 1 | May 21, 2024 | MIDDLETOWN TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY 55 New Monmouth Road Middletown, NJ 07748 Phone: 732-671-3700 * www.mtpl.org
Temporary Assignment Librarian 1 Civil Service Job Specification 07569
28 Hours/Week, including 1 weeknight and 1 Saturday per month Schedule: Monday 12pm - 5pm Tuesday 9am -1pm Wednesday 1pm - 9pm Thursday 9am - 5pm Friday 9am - 2pm
Qualifications:
Responsibilities include:
Compensation: Salary $33.64/hr. Benefits: NJ Earned Sick Leave Please send an application(https://www.mtpl.org/employment-application/ ) , resume and three references to: Kate Hammond, Library Director at khammond [at] mtpl.org () or Ashley Lindner, Library Associate at alindner [at] mtpl.org (). This job will be posted until filled. |
| Librarian 1, Part-time | May 20, 2024 | The Clifton Public Library (Passaic County) has an opening for a part time Librarian. This position reports to the supervisor of the Reference Department of its Main Memorial Library. Shifts may include time in the Children’s Department and/or Allwood Branch in addition to the Main Library Reference desk when coverage or extra help is needed. We are looking for a service-oriented professional with an MLS, MIS or equivalent degree from an ALA accredited program and a New Jersey Professional Librarian’s Certificate to join our team. Excellent communication skills and competency in the use and instruction of technology are a must. You will be providing outstanding reference, reader’s advisory and computer assistance to a diverse public. Bi-lingual skills are a plus. We are in the very beginning stages of strategic planning that will be certain to address the need for outreach and expanded offerings to the ELL (English Language Learners) and workforce communities. The City of Clifton is civil service and this position is for the title of Librarian 1. The library is also in a union. Part time positions include paid sick, personal and vacation hours. The salary starts at $30 an hour, commensurate with experience. Under the “New Jersey First Act,” new hires must reside in New Jersey within 1 year of starting. Start date dependent on results of background check. The schedule totals 24 hours over a two-week rotation. Our primary needs currently include coverage of a schedule that alternates every other week as follows: Week 1 – Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 6:00 – 9:00 pm (= 9 hrs) Week 2 – Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 6:00 – 9:00 pm; Saturday 10:00 – 5:00pm (= 15 hrs) Additionally, our Main Library is working towards reopening on Sundays during mid-January – May and October – mid-December. This provides an opportunity in the future for extra work on separate, seasonal schedules if you choose to sign up. The Clifton Public Library includes the Main Memorial Library and the Allwood Branch. It serves a city population of over 90,000 and is a member of the PALS Plus automation consortium. Please submit a letter of interest and resume to Christine Althawabta, Administrative Clerk in the Clifton Public Library Business Office, 292 Piaget Ave, Clifton, NJ 07011 or send by email to althawabta [at] cliftonpl.org. Applications will be accepted until the job is filled. |
| Digital Librarian, Full Time, Camden County Library System | May 17, 2024 | Job Title: Librarian 1 OR Librarian 2, Digital Librarian Job Posting 014-24 Location: Riletta L. Cream Ferry Avenue Branch Salary: $25.5158 per hour ($46,438.76 annually-Librarian 1) Schedule: 35 hours per week - Based on library needs and will include days, evenings & weekends The Camden County Library System serves over 330,000 County residents. Our staff make customer service and community engagement a priority and strive to help communities reach their aspirations through library services. The Camden County Library System is seeking a librarian with strong computer training skills to provide classes in the Ferry Avenue Branch’s newly created Digital Literacy Classroom. This project was supported in full with funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services, administered by the New Jersey State Library. Duties include but are not limited to:
Education/Certification/Experience/ Requirements: Librarian 1 requires: A Master's degree in Library or Information Sciences in a library program accredited by the American Library Association or from a New Jersey College Master's program in Library Science that has been deemed acceptable by Thomas Edison State College. Librarian 2 requires: One year of full time equivalent professional librarian experience as well as the requirements listed above. *Must posses a NJ Professional Librarian Certificate or obtain the certificate upon hiring. Employment applications may be obtained on our website and should be directly uploaded at: http://www.camdencountylibrary.org/employment-library Completed applications are due in the Human Resources Office by June 10, 2024 at 2 PM. The Camden County Library System complies with the New Jersey First Act. The chosen candidate may be required to complete and pass a background and drug screening process. The Camden County Library System embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports patrons and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented identities to apply. The Camden County Library is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action Employer. We meet the learning, recreational and information needs of our customers, providing an open environment for our community. |
| PT Adult Services Librarian | May 16, 2024 | The Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library of Washington Township in Sewell, NJ seeks a PT Adult Services Librarian to work every Saturday from 9:30 AM until 5 PM, alternating Sundays from noon until 5 PM, and substitute hours as needed. This position reports to the FT Adult Services Supervisor. The library is open seven days per week throughout the entire year, including Sundays. The library is closed on most major holidays and Sunday holidays including Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and Easter. Responsibilities include providing reference and readers’ advisory services, assisting patrons in the computer lab and with the use of electronic resources, developing a small portion of the library collection, assisting with displays, and participating in professional development. The person in this position will be the librarian in charge, responsible for the staff and the building, during Saturday and Sunday shifts. Other duties include performing all other library functions at the direction of the supervisor. This position requires a Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited program or a NJ State Professional Librarian’s Certificate. Three years of experience as a professional adult services librarian preferred. Strong customer service skills are essential and the ability to maintain effective working relationships with others. Knowledge of print and electronic reference and reader’s advisory tools is essential. Ability to adapt to new technologies is required. Excellent oral and written communication skills necessary. The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic and highly motivated librarian who loves helping others. The Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library is an independent municipal library, serving the residents of Washington Township in Gloucester County since 1966. The library is a 20,000 square foot building with a 2024 fiscal year operating budget of over two million dollars. The reference desk is staffed by professional librarians during all operating hours, and the librarian on duty at the reference desk is in charge of the building in the absence of the Library Director. The hourly range for this position is $27.05 - $37.87 and pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Per the NJ Paid Sick Leave Act, all staff receive paid sick time. The library pays for memberships to the NJ Library Association and the American Library Association for all librarians. The selected candidate, if not a New Jersey resident, will be required to establish New Jersey residency within a year of appointment in accordance with the New Jersey First Act. Preference will be given to applications received by June 14, 2024. Only candidates of interest will be contacted. To apply, send a resumé, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to Sheila Mikkelson, Library Director, at smikkelson [at] hegganlibrary.org
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| Director, Franklin Township Library (Gloucester) | May 16, 2024 | The Board of Trustees of the Franklin Township Free Public Library located in Franklinville, NJ, seeks an enthusiastic, experienced director to lead our newly renovated library into the future by providing residents with opportunities for cultural enrichment, education, and community engagement. Franklin Township is a rural, 56 square mile area located in Gloucester County with a population of approximately 17,000 people. While the library is a municipal library, it is part of the LOGIN Consortium which consists of 22 other libraries.
Responsibilities: Under the general direction of the nine-member Library Board of Trustees, the Director is responsible for all library operations and overall administration and management of the library. Specific areas of responsibility include board relations; planning, organization, and evaluation of library services; general administration and financial management; internal and external communications; and professional and staff development. Qualifications/Requirements: A master’s degree in Library or Information Science from an institution accredited by the American Library Association or from a New Jersey college that has been deemed acceptable by Thomas Edison State College; a minimum of at least five years of progressively increasing administrative/managerial responsibility, preferably in a municipal public library. Must successfully pass a criminal background check and reside in the state of New Jersey as required by the New Jersey First Act (R.S.52:14-7). Compensation: We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package. Apply by email with a cover letter and your resume to reference [at] ftlnj.org. This position closes on June 20, 2024. |
| Full Time PreK-3 School Media Specialist | May 14, 2024 | *Posted on behalf of Memorial Elementary School, Emerson Public Schools* School Library Media Specialist PreK- 3: Emerson NJ 07630 We are seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic (certification holding) Library Media Specialist to join our school. You will play a vital role in supporting library operations and providing assistance to library patrons and school staff. Makerspace (PreK- 2), SEL, and Digital Citizenship (Grade 3 on Chromebooks) experience a plus. This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals passionate about education and literacy. Duties: Apply to join our team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about promoting literacy and education.
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| FT Adult Services Supervisor | May 14, 2024 | The Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library of Washington Township in Sewell, NJ seeks applicants for Adult Services Supervisor. The Adult Services Supervisor is responsible for managing all adult services operations, including staff supervision, adult programming, collection development, readers’ advisory, reference services, and outreach. As a part of the library director’s management team, the Adult Services Supervisor is responsible for collaborating with other library supervisors and departments, assisting with the revision of library policies and procedures relevant to adult services, and implementing strategic planning goals. The applicant must have proven managerial and organizational skills, the ability to work independently, and a strong knowledge of library services for adults. The applicant must also have the capability to supervise others and have a thorough knowledge of personnel management. Knowledge of modern technology functions is necessary. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience as a professional librarian working with adults, preferably in a public library. The ideal candidate will also have at least two years of supervisory experience, preferably with experience directly supervising other adult services librarians. It is essential that the Adult Services Supervisor is able to tactfully lead and motivate others and is a strong role model who can prioritize duties and meet deadlines in a changing environment. The person in this position must love working with people, especially adults, and must be energetic with a passion for providing excellent customer service in a public library setting. This position requires a graduate degree in library and information science from an ALA accredited program or a NJ State Professional Librarian’s Certificate. This is a full-time position of 35 hours per week, including some evenings and weekends. The salary range for this position is $59,039 - $79,039 and is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The library provides excellent benefits. Full time employees must enroll in the NJ pension system. Per the NJ First Act, residency in New Jersey is required within one year from date of hire. The Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library is an independent municipal library, serving the residents of Washington Township in Gloucester County since 1966. The library is a 20,000 square foot building that is open seven days per week throughout the year. Our 2024 fiscal year operating budget is over two million dollars. The reference desk is staffed by professional librarians during all operating hours, and the reference librarian on duty at the reference desk is in charge of the building in the absence of the Library Director. To apply, send a resumé, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to smikkelson [at] hegganlibrary.org with attention to Sheila Mikkelson, Library Director. Priority will be given to applications received by June 7, 2024. Only candidates of interest will be contacted. |