Systems Librarian, Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library

LibraryLinkNJ Technology Advisory Group; New Jersey; On-site; USD 57,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Pension system enrollment

Professional development funding

Job summary

A public library in New Jersey seeks a Systems Librarian to manage all library technology including the website and computer systems. The ideal candidate will have a graduate degree in library and information science and at least three years of experience in a public library setting. This full-time position comes with a competitive salary range of $57,000 - $97,000 and offers substantial benefits including health insurance and paid time off. Applicants should send their resume and cover letter to the Library Director, Sheila Mikkelson.

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience as a professional librarian in a public library.
• Experience in managing technology in a library setting.
• Ability to implement new technologies and train staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage all library technology.
• Implement new and emerging technologies.
• Develop and maintain the library’s website.
• Plan and execute all system hardware and software upgrades.

Skills

Library technology management

Web development

Staff training

Network management

Education

Graduate degree in library and information science

NJ State Professional Librarian’s Certificate

Job description

Systems Librarian, Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library

The Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library of Washington Township in Sewell, NJ seeks applicants for a Systems Librarian. The Systems Librarian is responsible for managing all library technology. Duties include implementing new and emerging technologies, developing and maintaining the library’s website, and managing and supporting library computer systems and network. Other duties include leading the library in adopting emergent technologies, training staff in the use of current and new technologies, and planning and executing all system hardware and software upgrades, purchases, and replacements.

This position requires a graduate degree in library and information science from an ALA accredited program and a NJ State Professional Librarian’s Certificate or the ability to obtain the certificate upon hire. The person in this position must have at least three years of experience as a professional librarian in a public library setting with responsibility for managing technology. This position reports to the Library Director. This is a full-time position of 35 hours per week, primarily daytime hours from 9:30 AM – 5 PM. Some evenings and weekends are required as needed. The salary range for this position is $57,000 - $97,000 and is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The library provides excellent benefits, including health insurance, dental insurance, a prescription plan, and paid time off. There is a required ninety-day waiting period to use paid time off. The library pays for memberships in ALA and the NJ Library Association as well as professional development. Full time employees must enroll in the NJ pension system. Per the NJ First Act, residency in New Jersey is required within one year from date of hire.

The Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library is an independent municipal library, serving the residents of Washington Township in Gloucester County since 1966. The library is a 20,000 square foot building that is open seven days per week throughout the year. Our 2026 fiscal year operating budget is 2.7 million dollars. Our server was replaced in 2025 and there are over fifty computers for the staff or public throughout the building.

To apply, send a resumé, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to [e-mail] with attention to Sheila Mikkelson, Library Director. Priority will be given to applications received by January 31, 2026. Only candidates of interest will be contacted.

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