Librarian 1, Youth Services - Burlington County Library, Westampton

Burlington County Library System; Westampton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 53,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement program

Paid time off

Job summary

The Burlington County Library System seeks a Librarian 1, Youth Services, for a full‑time role serving children and their caregivers. You will design and deliver engaging programs, promote library services, and connect with communities across 15 locations.

This position offers opportunities for professional growth and collaboration with a dynamic youth services team. A master's degree in library science (ALA‑accredited) and NJ Professional Librarian licensure within six months are required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in library science required.
• NJ Professional Librarian licensure within six months of appointment required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement children's programs to promote reading and learning.
• Provide readers' advisory and assist with collection management for children.
• Promote library services and connect with the local community across locations.

Skills

Deadline management

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Master's degree in Library/Information Science (ALA-accredited)

Job description

JOB POSTING #22-26

Title: Librarian 1, Youth Services, Full-time
Salary: $58,492
Location: Burlington County Library
Open: Until filled

ABOUT BCLS

The Burlington County Library System (BCLS) consists of 15 locations, and both a Mobile Library and a Mobile Learning Lab that travel to dozens of community touchpoints throughout the largest county in the state. In addition, a Library by Mail service expands our reach in new and unique ways. We are an organization committed to staff growth and continuing education to help our team keep up with the everchanging library field. Our Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA) committee works continually toward inclusion goals and new and evolving work group projects to ensure there are system-wide opportunities for employees to tackle large initiatives. Other highlights include a StoryWalk on our adjacent County Parks grounds, a 250-seat auditorium hosting concerts, performers and events for all ages and an annual Book Festival celebrating all things reading! Flip through the 2025 Annual Report for more about our recent initiatives!

DESCRIPTION

The Burlington County Library System seeks an individual who is passionate about serving children and their caregivers in all aspects of the library. This position will be part of a team committed to offering creative and innovative programming, promoting library services, and connecting with the local community to share all BCLS has to offer. This ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, service-oriented, and self-motivated.

Examples of duties include:

• Design and implement children's programs to facilitate a love of reading and learning to include, but not limited to, story times, crafts, STEM activities, and other programming for ages 0-12.
• Facilitate system initiatives such as the Summer at the Library Program, One Thousand Books Before Kindergarten, and corresponding activities at the branch.
• Participate in outreach events serving children, families, and local early literacy organizations.
• Provide outstanding customer service and readers' advisory; demonstrate knowledge of print and online resources.
• Assist with collection management tasks, including evaluating children's materials, and collection development.
• Attend professional conferences, seminars, and committees; read professional literature; attend and participate in staff meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to manage deadlines, organize, and prioritize work independently.
• Demonstrate collaborative team leadership and work with peers on shared events.

REQUIREMENTS

A master's degree in library or information science in a library program accredited by the American Library Association or from a New Jersey Master's program in Library Science that has been deemed acceptable by Thomas Edison State Collect. Obtain a New Jersey license as a Professional Librarian within six (6) months of appointment.

SCHEDULE

37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday 9-5pm, including one evening per week; Friday evening rotation September-June; rotating Saturdays; 4 Sundays per year at a choice of branches throughout the system. Flexibility is a must for outreach events and additional evening shifts and weekends as needed.

WE OFFER

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, retirement program, group life insurance, deferred compensation, credit union, paid time off (sick, vacation, personal, holiday) and more.