FT Technology Coordinator, Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library

LibraryLinkNJ Technology Advisory Group; New Jersey; On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

A public library in New Jersey is seeking a Technology Coordinator responsible for managing all technology. This role includes implementing and training staff on new technologies, maintaining the library's website, and overseeing hardware and software upgrades. Candidates should hold a four-year degree in computer science and have at least three years of relevant experience. The position offers a starting salary of $50,000 with excellent benefits, requiring residency in New Jersey within a year.

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience managing technology in a library setting.
• Strong understanding of current and new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage all library technology.
• Implement new and emerging technologies.
• Train staff in technology use and maintenance.

Skills

Managing technology

Training staff

Website development

Education

Four-year college degree in computer science or related field

Job description

FT Technology Coordinator, Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library

The Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library of Washington Township in Sewell, NJ seeks applicants for a Technology Coordinator. The Technology Coordinator is responsible for managing all library technology. Duties include implementing new and emerging technologies, developing and maintaining the library’s website, and managing and supporting library computer systems and network. Other duties include leading the library in adopting emergent technologies, training staff in the use of current and new technologies, and planning and executing all system hardware and software upgrades, purchases, and replacements.

This position requires a four-year college degree, preferably in computer science or a related field. The person in this position must have at least three years of experience managing technology, preferably in a public library setting. This position reports to the Library Director. This is a full-time position of 35 hours per week, primarily daytime hours from 9:30 AM – 5 PM. Some evenings and weekends are required as needed. The salary range for this position begins at $50,000 and is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The library provides excellent benefits, including health insurance, dental insurance, a prescription plan, and paid time off. There is a required ninety-day waiting period to use paid time off and a sixty-day waiting period for health insurance 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 2026 fiscal year operating budget is 2.7 million dollars. Our server was replaced in 2025 and there are over fifty computers for the staff or public throughout the building.

To apply, send a resumé, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to [e-mail] with attention to Sheila Mikkelson, Library Director. This position is open until filled. Only candidates of interest will be contacted.

“Good Faith” Salary, Range, or Rate of Pay

The salary range for this position begins at $50,000 and is commensurate with qualifications and experience.