Old Bridge, Part-time Adult Services Librarian

LibraryLinkNJ Technology Advisory Group; Old Bridge (NJ); On-site; USD 40,403 - 57,544; Part time

Job summary

A local public library in New Jersey seeks a Part-time Adult Services Librarian to deliver reference services, manage collections, and promote library programs. The ideal candidate will have an MLS/MLIS, strong customer service skills, and the ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends. This position offers $35.55 per hour for 24 hours per week.

Qualifications

• MLS/MLIS from an ALA accredited library school.
• Demonstrated experience in flexibility, initiative, teamwork, and customer service.
• Proficiency in current library technologies.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provides reference and reader’s advisory services.
• Manages assigned area(s) of the collection.
• Plans and schedules library programs.
• Cooperates for outreach services.
• May supervise and train volunteers.
• Assists customers in using public catalog and equipment.
• Provides technology training.
• Develops instructional tools.
• Promotes library services and resources.
• Participates in meetings and continuing education.
• Works a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

Skills

Flexibility

Initiative

Teamwork

Customer Service

Proficiency in library technologies

Education

MLS/MLIS from an ALA accredited library school

Job description

Old Bridge, Part-time Adult Services Librarian

Old Bridge Public Library

Part-Time Staff Librarian – Adult Services (24 hours per week)

$35.55 per hour/24 hours per week.

Organizational Role

Provides reference and reader’s advisory services. Administrates Library programs. Collaborates with the Adult Services Team. Performs collection management duties as assigned.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provides reference and reader’s advisory services.
• Manages assigned area(s) of the collection, including selection and weeding.
• Plans and schedules library programs.
• Cooperates with schools, businesses, and relevant community organizations for outreach services.
• May supervise and train volunteers as necessary.
• Assists customers in the use of the public catalog, computers, and copiers.
• Provides formal and informal technology training when assigned.
• Develops instructional tools such as bibliographies and research guides.
• Promotes library services, programs, and resources.
• Participates in Library and professional meetings, workshops, webinars, and other continuing education opportunities.
• Works a flexible schedule including days, evenings, and weekends. Tuesday evenings and every other Saturday are required as part of the schedule.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• MLS/MLIS from an ALA accredited library school.
• Demonstrated experience and skills in the following areas: flexibility, initiative, teamwork, and customer service.
• Proficiency in the use of current library technologies.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Please send a letter of interest and resume to Linda Reynolds, Executive Assistant for Personnel, Old Bridge Public Library, 1 Old Bridge Plaza, Old Bridge, New Jersey 08857 or [e-mail] no later than Sunday, November 30 th at 5pm.