Job Posting: Librarian Trainee / Librarian (Weekends)

LibraryLinkNJ Technology Advisory Group; New Jersey; On-site; USD 36,547 - 45,185; Part time

Job summary

A public library in New Jersey is seeking a customer-service oriented individual for their Reference Department. The successful candidate will answer reference questions, instruct patrons on resource usage, and assist with library programs. A bachelor's degree is required, along with strong computer skills. This part-time role consists of weekends only, offering competitive pay rates.

Qualifications

• Strong computer experience, including knowledge of Microsoft Office, social media, and other relevant online platforms.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required.
• Current enrollment in an ALA-accredited MLS program or master’s degree from an ALA-accredited MLS program is required.

Responsibilities

• Answers a wide range of reference questions of varying difficulty.
• Instructs patrons in the effective use of print and online resources.
• Prepares reading lists and bibliographies for public distribution.
• May assist in programs such as tours and book discussions.

Skills

Strong computer experience

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Knowledge of social media

Familiarity with online platforms

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Current enrollment in an ALA-accredited MLS program

Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited MLS program

Job description

The Westfield Memorial Library is seeking an energetic and customer-service oriented individual to join the Reference Department. The successful applicant should have a demonstrated capacity to deal effectively and courteously with the public and to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Answers a wide range of reference questions of varying degree of difficulty.
• Instructs patrons in the effective use of print and online resources, downloadable collections, and library technology.
• Prepares reading lists and bibliographies for public distribution.
• May assist in programs such as tours, book discussions, film programs, computer classes, and other public events.
• Conducts or prepares the content and arrangement of library materials for displays, exhibits, and library programs.
• Exchanges ideas, information, and opinions with Department Head to formulate policies, procedures, and programs in relation to work assignments for improvements to the library.
• Handles special projects as assigned by the Department Head.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Strong computer experience, including knowledge of Microsoft Office, social media, and other relevant online platforms is desired. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required. Current enrollment in an ALA-accredited MLS program (Librarian Trainee) or master’s degree from an ALA-accredited MLS program (Librarian) is required.

Schedule

Schedule consists of weekends only – (2) Saturdays and Sundays per month. Hours are 9:00am-5:00pm for Saturday, and 12:45pm-5:15pm for Sundays. Rate of pay is $26.53/hr (Trainee) / $32.80/hr (Librarian) for Saturdays, and time and a half those rates for hours worked on Sundays.

Notices

Equal Opportunity Employer. Employees must comply with the "New Jersey First Act".

To Apply

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and three (3) references to Jennifer Schulze, [e-mail] . Applications will be accepted until the position(s) are filled.

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

Rate of pay is $26.53/hr (Trainee) / $32.80/hr (Librarian) for Saturdays, and time and a half those rates for hours worked on Sundays.