Librarian, Youth Services, Birth through Age 6 - Camden County Library

LibraryLinkNJ Technology Advisory Group; Gloucester Township (NJ); On-site; USD 46,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

An established library system is seeking a passionate Librarian to engage with youth and provide innovative programming for children from birth to age 6. This role involves delivering reference services, assisting patrons with technology, and fostering community connections. The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree in Library Science and possess a NJ Professional Librarian Certificate. Join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing the library experience for families and ensuring a welcoming environment for all community members. If you are enthusiastic about library services and community engagement, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Library or Information Sciences required.
• Must possess a NJ Professional Librarian Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Develop and present youth services programming for children aged birth to 6.
• Provide reference and reader’s advisory services to all ages.
• Conduct community outreach to schools and local organizations.

Skills

Youth services programming

Reference and reader’s advisory services

Community outreach

Customer service

Technology assistance

Education

Master's degree in Library or Information Sciences

NJ Professional Librarian Certificate

Job description

Librarian, Youth Services, Birth through Age 6 - Camden County Library

Job Title: Librarian 1 or Librarian 2 *Title Depends On Experience Job Posting 010-25

Location: Gloucester Township-Blackwood Rotary Public Library, Blackwood

Schedule: Based on library needs and will include days, nights & weekends

The Camden County Library is seeking an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and creative Librarian who loves to work with the public both in person and virtually.Duties include:

• develop and present youth services programming (birth to age 6);
• may assist in other areas of programming;
• provide reference and reader’s advisory services to all ages;
• answer questions in-person, over the phone and by email;
• assist customers on the public computers and using other technology and resources;
• collection development duties including purchasing, weeding, and upkeep of the assigned collection area;
• proactively conduct community outreach to schools and local organizations;
• assist at the circulation desk as needed;
• perform other related duties as required.
• may be scheduled at other Library facilities.
• will act as the Person-in-Charge of the branch as needed

The Camden County Library System serves over 330,000 County residents. Our staff make customer service and community engagement a priority and strive to help communities reach their aspirations through library services. We strive to provide creative and innovative services and are guided by core values such as intellectual freedom, lifelong learning, integrity and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our Library serves everyone in our communities and seeks to remove barriers to services and create a welcoming and safe environment.

Requirements:

A Master's degree in Library or Information Sciences in a program accredited by the American Library Association or from a New Jersey College Master's program in Library Science that has been deemed acceptable by Thomas Edison State College.

Must possess a NJ Professional Librarian Certificate or obtain the certificate upon hiring.
Librarian 2 requires:One year of full time equivalent professional librarian experience as well as the requirements listed above.
Recent MLS graduates encouraged to apply.

Completed employment application and resume are required for consideration.

Completed application with resume are due in the Human Resources Office byMay 28, 2025 at 2 PM.

The Camden County Library System complies with the New Jersey First Act.The chosen candidate may be required to complete and pass a background and drug screening process.

The Camden County Library System embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports patrons and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented identities to apply. The Camden County Library is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action Employer.

We meet the learning, recreational and information needs of our customers, providing an open environment for our community.

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

Librarian 1 -$25.5158 hr ($46,438.76 yr)
Librarian 2 - $26.7909 hr ($48,759.44 yr)
(Full Time, 35 hr/wk)