Youth Services Librarian (Part Time) - Cherry Hill Public Library

Infolink The Eastern New Jersey Regional Library Cooperative Inc; Cherry Hill Township (NJ); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

The Cherry Hill Public Library invites applications for a Part Time Youth Services Librarian to join our dynamic team. The position involves reference work, reader's advisory, and helping patrons with technology, programming, and collection needs. Weekend and evening hours are required.

We seek a service-oriented librarian with strong communication skills and a love for children's and teen literature, who can thrive in a busy, public-service environment.

Qualifications

• Experience providing reference and reader’s advisory services.
• Experience using print and electronic resources.
• Knowledge of basic computer applications.
• Evidence of ability to communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of KOHA ILS.
• A strong commitment to public service and teamwork.
• Knowledge of children’s and teen literature.

Responsibilities

• Provide reference and reader’s advisory services.
• Assist the public with computer and technology based questions.
• Assist with library programming and collection development.
• Deliver excellent customer service and positive patron experiences.

Skills

Reference & reader’s advisory

Effective communication

Public service & teamwork

Children’s & teen literature

Tools

KOHA ILS

Job description

Youth Services Librarian (Part Time) - Cherry Hill Public Library

Part Time (12-15 hours per week)

About the Position: The Cherry Hill Public Library is seeking to hire a dynamic, enthusiastic librarian to join the Youth Services team. We are a state of the art library within a thriving suburban community in South Jersey. The successful candidate will be a responsible and efficient individual ready to keep up with our busy Youth Services Department. Duties will include: Reference and reader’s advisory services, assisting the public with computer and technology based questions, assistance with library programming and collection development as needed. Excellent customer service skills with a focus on providing patrons with a positive library experience are a must!

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the KOHA ILS
• Experience providing reference and reader’s advisory services
• Experience using print and electronic resources
• Knowledge of basic computer applications
• Evidence of ability to communicate effectively
• Knowledge of children’s and teen literature
• A strong commitment to public service and teamwork

Work Schedule:

Work schedules are subject to change based on the needs of the Library; candidates must be able to work during the library’s operating hours including, but not limited to evenings and weekends. 12-15 hours per week and fill-in hours as needed.

About the Library:

The Cherry Hill Public Library is the largest municipal library in the southern New Jersey area. The library is open seven days a week and is operational Monday through Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and approximately 32 Sundays 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. a year. *Hours subject to change.

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