Technical Services Librarian: ILS & Digital Resources

Librarylinknj; Metuchen (NJ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

Metuchen Public Library is seeking a proactive Technical Services Librarian to plan and coordinate cataloging, materials processing, and acquisitions. The role administers and enhances the ILS and supports digital resources, databases, and library systems.

The position requires MLS/MLIS and at least two years of technical services experience, with strong knowledge of MARC standards and cataloging. Expect collaboration with vendors, staff, and the STELLA consortium, plus occasional off-site

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA-accredited program or NJ-approved equivalent.
• At least two years of technical services library experience.
• Strong knowledge of cataloging, MARC standards, ILS, and current library technologies.
• Ability to learn new software and use Google Workspace, Zoom, mobile devices, and library systems.
• Excellent customer service, problem-solving, and written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and evaluate acquisitions, cataloging, maintenance, and materials processing operations.
• Create and maintain MARC bibliographic, holdings, item, and authority records for print, digital, periodical, and audiovisual materials.
• Administer, maintain, and enhance the ILS and OPAC databases.
• Support online databases, interlibrary loan, digital resources, and related technology services.
• Serve as liaison to STELLA consortium and to ILS vendors; troubleshoot system issues.

Skills

Cataloging

MARC standards

ILS administration

Customer service

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

MLS / MLIS (ALA-accredited) or NJ equivalent

Tools

Google Workspace

Zoom

Mobile devices

Library systems

Job description

Metuchen Public Library is seeking a proactive Technical Services Librarian to plan and coordinate cataloging, materials processing, and acquisitions. The role administers and enhances the ILS and supports digital resources, databases, and library systems.

The position requires MLS/MLIS and at least two years of technical services experience, with strong knowledge of MARC standards and cataloging. Expect collaboration with vendors, staff, and the STELLA consortium, plus occasional off-site