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JOB HOTLINE: Updated for the week August 26, 2008
Job listings are for MLS positions. Positions that meet the NJLA minimum
salary requirement are listed first. Beginning January 1, 2008
the minimum starting salary requirement is $47,390 for librarians
and $25,850 for library assistants. (See
Salary Guide  )
Jobs are listed for four weeks unless the employer specifies otherwise.
New jobs are listed first.
Job listings are posted free for NJLA Institutional Members. For all
others, there is a $50 fee to place a job on the hotline.
 To
list a job on the hotline, email the position to Sue
Rice, NJLA Administrative Assistant. Jobs must be sent by 5:00
pm Monday to be included for that week.
NEW POSITIONS: Jobs that meet the NJLA Minimum
LIBRARY DIRECTOR, WEST LONG BRANCH PUBLIC LIBRARY.
West Long Branch, a community of 8,258, located in Monmouth County, New Jersey, seeks an individual with public library experience in facility and personnel management, collection development, technology, budgeting, fund raising and public relations. The candidate must be capable of working with a public library board of trustees, a staff of two full time and seven part-time library assistants and an active Friend's group. The Library is a member of the Monmouth County Library System and is a municipal library.
Schedule: 35 hour work week, including one evening per week and one Saturday per month. Includes medical benefit package with dental and prescription coverage.
Requirements: ALA Accredited MLS and a New Jersey Public Librarian Certificate. Minimum of three years supervisory library experience.
Salary: Salary meets the NJLA minimum $47,390 and is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Send resume to: Bob Faccone, President, Board of Trustees, West Long Branch Public Library, 95 Poplar Ave., West Long Branch, NJ 07764 by September 30, 2008. Position available after November 1, 2008.
TWO PART TIME LIBRARIANS, NORTH BERGEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
The North Bergen Public Library seeks two customer service oriented Librarians to work part-time with patrons of all ages during after school hours, evenings, and Saturdays. Schedule within this time frame flexible. Duties include reference and reader’s advisory, Internet and database searching, as well as providing desktop support to patrons in a Windows environment. Other duties as assigned. Degree in Education and/or experience working with youngsters a+. Candidates with the ability to provide technical support and/or Web page development skills also a+. ALA/MLS required, along with the possession of, or eligibility to receive a New Jersey State Professional Librarian Certificate. New graduates encouraged to apply. Salary of $26.03 per hour meets the NJLA recommended rate. Positions available immediately.
For full consideration, send your resume and cover letter with three professional references to Ms. Sai Rao, Library Director, North Bergen Free Public Library, 8411 Bergenline Avenue, 07047, or E-mail as a Word document attachment to srao@nbpl.org. Faxed documents also accepted at 201-868-0968.
ARCHIVIST, PART TIME, WILLIAM PATERSON UNIVERSITY
William Paterson University in Wayne, NJ seeks an archivist part-time to work on papers of former New Jersey Congressman. Individual may arrange a flexible schedule that includes evenings and/or weekends.
Responsibilities:
Appraise, process, and organize large archival collection of papers and photographs, and create a Finding Aid(s) to the collection.
Qualifications:
Appropriate graduate degree in librarianship or history and/or archivist certificate. Experience working with archival collections.
Salary competitive. Position is available for up to one year pending grant funding.
Forward resume as e-mail attachment (asap) or call:
Robert Wolk, Cheng Library, William Paterson University, [973] 720-2289
wolkr@wpunj.edu
NEW POSITIONS: Below NJLA Minimum
YOUTH SERVICES LIBRARIAN, SOMERSET COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM Duties include:
- Providing reference and readers advisory service to children, young adults, parents and other adult caregivers
- Participating in planning, promoting and implementing children’s programs that encourage library usage and reading
- Participating in the selection, maintenance, and weeding of juvenile materials according to collection development budget allocations and policies
- Working on special projects as assigned by Head of Youth Services and/or Branch Director
Position: Youth Services Librarian (Librarian IV)
Reports to: Antonette D’Orazio, Head of Youth Services
Location: Somerset County Library System - Warren Township Library
Hours: 20 hours/week (includes some evenings and Saturdays)
Hourly Rate: Librarian IV - $23.95
Requirements: NJ Librarian’s certificate; MLS ( ALA accredited program desirable); course work in children’s and/or young adult literature and library service to children and/or young adults; ability to establish rapport and connection with children and young adults; ability to implement library services in an automated environment; ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form; ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines; ability to respond to or handle emergency situations effectively as the in-charge person or in cooperation with the in-charge person; ability to work with patrons, staff and others using courteously and tact even when under stress.
Students enrolled in an MLS program who have completed at least 18 credits and have had course work in children’s services may apply for the position as a Library Intern. Eligible candidates should be actively enrolled in an MLS program and be prepared to graduate within 2 years. The hourly rate for Library Intern is $21.57.
Please visit our website http://www.somerset.lib.nj.us/ for additional information about this position and the Somerset County Library System.
Interested candidates should e-mail their current resume and cover letter to Deanna Gray, Human Resources Manager (dgray@sclsnj.org) or by mail to: Somerset County Library System, Human Resources Department, 1 Vogt Drive, PO Box 6700, Bridgewater, NJ 08807.
CHILDREN'S LIBRARIAN, FULL TIME, LINDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
The Linden Free Public Library is seeking a personable, creative, dynamic, and motivated individual to serve the youth of Linden and their families.
This full time opportunity involves ongoing collection development, active programming and cooperative community outreach.
MLS required as well as a New Jersey State Librarian Certificate. A 35 hour work week includes two (2) evenings and Saturday time. Compensation: $44,435 – 49,866.
Please reply with cover letter and resume via email: dpurves@lindenpl.org or 908-298-3830 #11 by August 26, 2008.
HEAD OF YOUTH SERVICES, LIBRARIAN II, PORTLAND LIBRARY, CONNECTICUT
Energetic, enthusiastic professional person needed to plan and provide children and teen services of a vibrant public library in a small, centrally located community. Will be responsible for collection, programming, planning, and outreach and communications with schools and other agencies. Provides information service to adults, children, and teens. Works with part-time staff and volunteers.
Requirements: MLS (ALA accredited); Experience in providing excellent customer service in a children’s department in a public or school library. Demonstrated computer skills; organizational abilities. Previous supervisory experience is desirable; valid driver’s license, physical dexterity and visual acuity.
Salary range is $47,237 to $53, 446.
40 hours per week; night and assigned Saturdays
Great benefit package. Union position; Equal Opportunity Employer
For more information e-mail Library Director Janet Nocek: jnocek@portlandct.org
Application form online www.portlandct.org
Send application and resume with letter of intent to: First Selectwoman’s Office, P.O. Box 71, Portland, CT 06480-0071
Deadline: September 12, 2008
LIBRARIAN, PART TIME, WESTFIELD MEMORIAL LIBRARY
The Westfield Memorial Library seeks a permanent, part-time librarian 15 hours per week for its Youth Services Department. Duties will include reference, reader advisory, programming for infants through teens, outreach and collection development. One evening per week and alternate Saturdays are required.
Applicants must possess an ALA-accredited master’s degree in Library or Information Science, a New Jersey Professional Librarian’s Certificate, and a desire to maintain currency by attending professional meetings and conferences.
In addition, applicants should understand all stages of child and adolescent development, have knowledge of children’s and YA literature, up-to-date online resource searching skills, familiarity with recent computer applications in libraries including web 2.0, and a strong customer-service orientation
Hourly rate is $24.98. This position earns pro-rated paid vacation and sick leave.
Apply to Kathy Muhm, Coordinator of Youth Services, wmlpersonnel@wmlnj.org Please do not fax your résumé.
PREVIOUS POSITIONS: Jobs that meet the NJLA Minimum
LIBRARY DIRECTOR, OLD BRIDGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Suburban New Jersey shore community of 60,000+, one hour from New York City, seeks an imaginative, energetic new leader for its active library. With a central library and one branch, a staff of 30 FTE employees including 14 professionals, and a budget of $3,000,000, the Library looks forward to a promising future with a supportive community and library board. The Director we seek will have strong interpersonal skills, a sound understanding of the library as a pivotal force in community life, a working knowledge of library technology as well as a grasp of its future potential, an understanding of library planning as a management tool, political acumen and a firm grasp of such basic areas as budgeting, personnel management and facilities management.
Minimum Requirements: MLS degree, seven years of professional library experience including four years in a management capacity. Eligibility for NJ Public Librarian certification.
Benefits include a standard benefits package with generous vacation and sick leave, and membership in a progressive state retirement program. Salary range $85,000-$105,000 depending on qualifications and experience.
Interested applicants should respond by October 1, 2008 with resume, cover letter, a one or two page statement of your management philosophy and the place of public libraries in contemporary society to: Search Committee
Old Bridge Public Library, 1 Old Bridge Plaza, Old Bridge, NJ 08857.
CHILDREN'S LIBRARIAN, FULL TIME, CARTERET PUBLIC LIBRARY
The Carteret Public Library is looking for a creative, energetic and enthusiastic children’s librarian with strong communication and organizational skills to provide programs and readers advisory services to the children in our community.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for collection development, programming, promoting library services, readers advisory and reference services to the children along with other duties as assigned.
Requirements: NJ Librarian’s certificate and MLS from an ALA accredited program; must have course work in children’s literature and library service to children; experience working with children preferred.
Hours: This is a full time 35 hours/week position with one evening per week and one Saturday per month.
Salary: Commensurate with experience and excellent benefits including medical, dental and prescription coverage.
Open: August 18
Close: September 18
To apply: Send resume and cover letter with three references to Samuel Latini, Director, Carteret Public Library, 100 Cooke Avenue, Carteret, NJ 07008 or email to slatini@carteretfreepubliclibrary.org
YOUNG ADULT/ADULT SERVICES LIBRARIAN, PART TIME, CARTERET PUBLIC LIBRARY
The Carteret Public Library is looking for a motivated self-starter to provide reference and readers advisory service to the young adults and adults in our community.
The ideal candidate will help to upgrade the young adult collection, create new programs for youths, teens and adults and cover the circulation desk along with other duties as assigned. Experience with Microsoft Office products including FrontPage for web design is a plus.
Requirements: Librarian with an MLS from an ALA accredited program and experience in youth services is preferred, but we will consider an MLS candidate
Hours: This is a part time 20 hours/week position including evenings and Saturdays.
Salary: Commensurate with experience.
Open: August 18
Close: September 18
To apply: Send resume and cover letter with three references to Samuel Latini, Director, Carteret Public Library, 100 Cooke Avenue, Carteret, NJ 07008 or email to slatini@carteretfreepubliclibrary.org
REFERENCE INSTRUCTION LIBRARIAN, PAUL ROBESON LIBRARY, RUTGERS UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES
RESPONSIBILITIES: The Paul Robeson Library at Rutgers-Camden is seeking an innovative, energetic, service-oriented librarian to join a team of library faculty committed to providing first-rate public services to a diverse academic community. The Reference/Instruction librarian will provide general and specialized reference and research assistance locally and, through Rutgers’ virtual reference services, university-wide. The position includes collection development and faculty liaison responsibilities for subject areas to be determined by the candidate’s expertise. As a participant in a dynamic and pro-active user education program, the librarian will develop and offer user-centered, instruction sessions and design web-based instructional materials. The candidate will participate in the delivery of the first-year information literacy program and the Libraries' information literacy efforts. As a member of a university-wide faculty, the Reference/Instruction Librarian will participate routinely in system-wide initiatives and committee work and participate in digital projects. This is a tenure-track appointment. The successful candidate must demonstrate commitment to continual professional development through scholarly research relevant to areas of responsibility including publications, presentations and participation and leadership in the work of relevant professional associations. The position includes occasional evening and weekend hours.
QUALIFICATIONS: Required: Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited institution or the equivalent and two or more years of academic library experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and in a collegial environment.
SALARY: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
STATUS/BENEFITS: Faculty status, calendar year appointment, retirement plans, life/health insurance, prescription drug, dental and vision plans, tuition remission, one month vacation.
LIBRARY PROFILE: The Rutgers University Libraries (RUL), comprised of libraries on the University’s Camden, New Brunswick and Newark Campuses, all reporting to the Vice President for Information Services and University Librarian, operate as a unified library system with coordinated public services, technical services, and collection development. The Libraries holdings include more than 3.6 million volumes with a staff of 304 and a budget of $21 million. Rutgers University is a member of the Association of American Universities. The Paul Robeson Library, located on the University’s Camden Campus, supports all the undergraduate and graduate programs on the Campus, except law. Through a contractual agreement, library services are also provided for almost 2,000 students at the Camden Campus of Camden County College/Rowan University. There are 4,700 undergraduate and master’s degree students on the Camden Campus, which offers 30 undergraduate programs and more than a dozen graduate/professional programs. In Carnegie classification, The Camden Campus is Master’s Comprehensive I. The Camden campus boasts the nation’s first doctoral program in childhood studies, a new state-of-the-art law school facility, and a comprehensive four-year undergraduate business curriculum. Rutgers–Camden consistently earns high marks from students, graduates, employers, and such entities as U.S. News and World Report. Located in Southern New Jersey, the campus is across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, and is within driving distance of the New Jersey shore and New York City. For more information, please check the RUL website: http://www.libraries.rutgers.edu or visit: http://www.libraries.rutgers.edu/rul/libs/robeson_lib/robeson.shtml
TO APPLY: REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS WILL BEGIN IMMEDIATELY AND CONTINUE UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED. SUBMIT RESUME, COVER LETTER, AND NAMES OF THREE REFERENCES TO: Sandra Troy (APP. 183), University Libraries Human Resources Manager, Rutgers University Libraries, 169 College Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ 08901-1163, email: rulhr@rci.rutgers.edu, FAX: 732-932-7637
Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey, is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action employer. The Libraries are strongly and actively committed to diversity, and seek candidates who will contribute creatively to the University’s multicultural environment.
TECHNICAL AND ACCESS SERVICES LIBRARIAN, GEORGIAN COURT UNIVERSITY
A vibrant, growing university, Georgian Court provides a comprehensive liberal arts education in the Catholic tradition and has a special concern for women. Georgian Court University encompasses a Women’s College and coeducational University College and offers 27 undergraduate and 9 graduate majors. Its broad and varied curriculum encourages diversity and academic excellence as it prepares students to meet challenges of classroom, workplace and world. Founded in 1908 by the Sisters of Mercy of New Jersey, the university invites spiritual and social growth and intellectually empowers the students to lead, succeed and serve locally and globally. Located on 155 acres in Ocean County, New Jersey, this comprehensive university serves 3,000 day, evening and graduate students of all faiths.
Georgian Court University invites nominations and applications for the following position:
Summary: This is a twelve-month, tenure-track position with faculty status. The Library is a 44,000 sq. ft. learning environment that promotes the values of the university and facilitates access to information resources. Opened in 1993, the library holds 131,000 titles and 152,000 volumes. The successful candidate will join a staff of seven professional librarians; reports to the Director of Library Services.
Responsibilities:
- Catalog resources in assorted formats; metadata creation; authority control; database maintenance.
- Supervise, in a team environment, two coordinators who supervise the full-time and part-time staff members of the Access Services and Technical Services areas.
- Provide statistical or financial reports to library director.
- Manage library acquisitions, vendor contracts and licensed resources.
- Manage digital library technologies and services.
- Participate in library consortia.
- Serve on administrative teams and campus committees.
- Participate in strategic planning, general reference, and the information literacy program.
- Develop and implement a bold, proactive vision for Technical Services.
- Integrate the core values of respect, integrity, compassion, justice and service in all aspects of interaction.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- MLS degree from ALA-accredited program required; second masters degree preferred.
- 3 or more years of professional experience in Technical Services, including extensive cataloging knowledge of LCRI, LCC, LCSH, MARC21, OCLC formats, and metadata standards.
- Supervisory experience.
- Ability to work well independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Advanced proficiency in Windows applications and Microsoft Office.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
Additional preferred qualifications:
- Experience with SIRSI ILS.
- Knowledge of digitization processes and projects.
- Experience with library instruction and reference services.
- Evidence of research and scholarly activity.
- Continuing commitment to professional development.
- Reading knowledge of at least one language other than English.
To apply send 2 copies each of cover letter, resume, and three professional references with contact information to: Georgian Court University, T&ASvcLib Search Committee, Office of Human Resources, 900 Lakewood Ave., Lakewood, NJ 08701-2697 or email application materials to: employment@georgian.edu Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please visit our web site at http://www.georgian.edu | AA/EO Employer.
PREVIOUS POSITIONS: Below NJLA Minimum
REFERENCE/INFORMATION SERVICES LIBRARIAN, CHERRY HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY
Cherry Hill Public Library is seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic librarian to join the Reference/Adult Services team. We are a thriving suburban community with a new state of the art facility in South Jersey.
Duties:
Reference and reader's advisory services
Collection development
Assisting the public in the use of electronic databases
Teaching basic computer skills and internet classes in the library's computer lab
Staffing Q&A New Jersey, the New Jersey Library Network's virtual reference service
Library programming for adults
Qualifications:
ALA-accredited MLS
Knowledge of the Sirsi/Unicorn system
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
Virtual reference experience preferred.
Teaching or computer instruction experience a plus
35 hours per week. Evening and weekend reference service hours are required
Qualified applicants send a resume and references with a cover letter highlighting relevant job experience to: Ginny Ciocci, Supervisor of Reference/Information Services,Cherry Hill Public Library, 1100 Kings Highway North, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
REFERENCE LIBRARIAN, SOMERSET COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM, WATCHUNG LIBRARY
Duties:
- Providing adult and youth reference service to the public in person, over the telephone, on-line or by e-mail
- Providing reader’s advisory service to the public in support of their leisure reading interests
- Participating in the selection, maintenance, and weeding of library materials in an assigned subject area(s) according to collection development budget allocations and policies
- Working on special projects as assigned by Branch Director
Position: Reference Librarian (Librarian IV, grade 11 or Library Intern, grade 10)
Reports to: Doug Poswencyk, Branch Director
Location: Somerset County Library System - Watchung Library
Hours: 11 hours/week (includes evenings and Saturdays)
Hourly Rate: $23.95 – Librarian IV || $21.57 – Library Intern
Requirements: NJ Librarian’s certificate required; MLS (accredited program desirable). Ability to deliver library services in an automated environment; ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form; ability to work effectively as a team member; ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines; ability to respond to or handle emergency situations effectively as the in-charge person or in cooperation with the in-charge person; ability to deal courteously and effectively with the public and other library staff, using tact and courtesy even when under stress.
Students enrolled in a MLS program who have completed at least 18 credits and have had course work in reference services may apply for the position as a Library Intern. Eligible candidates should be actively enrolled in an MLS program and be prepared to graduate within 2 years.
Please visit our website http://www.somerset.lib.nj.us/ for additional information about this position and the Somerset County Library System.
Interested candidates should e-mail their current resume and cover letter to Deanna Gray, Human Resources Manager (dgray@sclsnj.org) or by mail to: Somerset County Library System, Human Resources Department, 1 Vogt Drive, PO Box 6700, Bridgewater, NJ 08807.
PART TIME REFERENCE LIBRARIAN, SUMMIT FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
The Summit Free Public Library is looking for a part-time reference librarian who has experience in both adult and children’s services to work three mornings a week plus occasional evenings and weekends (Saturdays and Sundays) as needed. Responsibilities include provision of reference and reader’s advisory service as well as other department support functions.
Position Requirements: Must be customer service oriented and able to work well with the patrons of all ages. Knowledge of children's/YA literature and previous experience working with children are important. Strong computer skills and experience using library catalog/circulation a plus. An ALA accredited MLS and a New Jersey Professional Librarian certificate are required. Salary: $24.85/hour. 1.5x on Sundays.
Please send resume to Patricia Obst, Head of Reference Services, Summit Free Public Library, 75 Maple Street, NJ 07901 or to libraryjob@summitlibrary.org.
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