Adjunct, Librarian (Part-Time)

Monmouth University; West Long Branch (NJ); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Part time

Job summary

A public university in New Jersey is seeking a part-time Adjunct Librarian to provide general reference services to students and faculty. The ideal candidate should have a master's degree and an ALA-accredited MLS degree, along with reference expertise. This role involves assisting library patrons in various capacities and providing significant research support. Competitive hourly pay of $25 is offered.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Must hold an ALA-accredited MLS degree.
• Reference expertise is crucial.
• Experience using various print and electronic resources is needed.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide general reference services to students and faculty.
• Assist library patrons in-person and remotely.
• Maintain and edit training materials for staff and students.
• Provide in-depth research support to faculty members.
• Assist faculty with requests for resources.
• Support library staff with special projects.

Skills

Reference expertise

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree

ALA-accredited MLS degree

Job description

Adjunct, Librarian (Part-Time)

Job Category: Adjunct

Requisition Number: ADJUN001257

Posted: November 12, 2025

Part Time / On-site / Rate: $25.00 USD per hour

Location: Monmouth University Main Campus, West Long Branch, NJ

Monmouth University is seeking applications for a part-time Adjunct Librarian. The candidate would be expected to provide general reference services to students and faculty.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality, professional reference services by assisting and responding to library patrons in-person, via telephone, and through email.
• Provide general reference services to students and faculty.
• Assist in maintaining and editing training materials for staff and students.
• Provide significant, in-depth research support to faculty members, departments, and administrators.
• Assist faculty with requests for articles, books, and electronic resources to support their scholarship, classroom preparation, and professional development.
• Assist library staff with special projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree
• ALA-accredited MLS degree
• Reference expertise
• Experience using a variety of print and electronic resources, including online catalogs and electronic databases
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Academic library reference experience.

Optional Documents: None

Special Instructions to Applicants: We encourage candidates to include information in the cover letter that addresses their approach to teaching and their plans to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in their position at Monmouth University.

Enrichment Statement: Monmouth University values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the teaching and service missions of the university.

Contact: Kurt Wagener at [e-mail] or 732-571-4401

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.