FT Youth Services Librarian

Librarylinknj; Moorestown Township, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Vacation pay

State retirement

Benefits package

Job summary

The Moorestown Public Library seeks a dynamic Youth Services Librarian to lead programs and reference for children and families in Moorestown, NJ.

This 35-hour per week role includes one weekend per month, a competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package. An MLS from an ALA-accredited program is required, with opportunities to cross-train in Adult Services and engage in community outreach.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in library science (ALA-accredited) required; candidate near completion encouraged.
• Comfort with current and emerging technologies; adaptable to change.
• Customer-focused: friendly, helpful, courteous, energetic with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Answer reference and reader’s advisory questions for patrons of all ages.
• Develop and conduct programming and events for young children.
• Plan and facilitate community outreach.
• Promote programming via flyers, posters and library calendar entries.
• Assist with collection development.

Skills

Tech adaptable

Customer focused

Cross-train (Adult Services)

Education

Master’s in Library Science (ALA-accredited)

Job description

The Mooreston Public Library is seeking a dynamic Youth Services Librarian.

HOURS:

35 hours per week including one weekend per month.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Answer reference and reader’s advisory questions from patrons of all ages
• Develop and conduct programming and events with a focus on programming for young children
• Participate in planning and facilitating community outreach
• Promoting the department’s programming through the creation of flyers, posters and library calendar entries
• Assist with collection development

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Comfort level with current and emerging technologies and the ability to adapt to rapidly changing circumstances
• Customer-focused: friendly, helpful, courteous, and energetic with a positive attitude
• Willingness to cross-train in Adult Services is a plus

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

• Master’s degree in library science from an ALA-accredited program is required. Students nearing completion of their degree are encouraged to apply.

ANTICIPATED START DATE:

December 1, 2026

SALARY and BENEFITS:

$55,000 – 60,000. Sick/vacation pay, enrollment in the state retirement program and a comprehensive benefits package.