Librarian 1, Youth Services/Children's - Middletown Public

What is the position title?: FT Librarian 1 - Youth Services/Children's - MIDDLETOWN TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY

MIDDLETOWN TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY

55 New Monmouth Road Middletown, NJ  07748

Phone: 732-671-3700    *    www.mtpl.org

Full-Time Librarian 1 - Youth Services/Children’s Department

The Middletown Township Public Library is seeking a customer service oriented, enthusiastic, leader to join our dedicated staff in the Children’s Department.

Education:

A Master’s degree in Library or Information Science from a library program accredited by the American Library Association or from a New Jersey College Master’s program in Library Science that has been deemed acceptable by Thomas Edison State University.

License:

Appointees must hold or possess a valid certification as a Professional Librarian issued by Thomas Edison State University.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Answering children’s reference & readers advisory questions
• Collection development for ordering new books and weeding outdated books
• Outreach to community organizations, school groups and general public
• Assisting with and planning children’s library programs and events
• Engage in professional development training, conferences and webinars
• Cross training as needed
• Must be a team player
• Other duties as required

COMPENSATION:

CWA 1032 Contractual rate: $63,053.37/yearly

Schedule:

35-hour work week including 1 weeknight evening shift (1:00-9:00 pm)

Off 1 day per month during the week to cover 1 Saturday per month (9:00-5:00 pm) shift

BENEFITS:

Paid Time Off & Healthcare - Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Please submit your resume, three (3) references, letter of interest, and application to: ApplyToMtpl@mplmain.mtpl.org

DEADLINE: Accepting applications until the position is filled.

Application link or email address:
https://www.mtpl.org/employment-application/

MLS or Library School Required:
Yes

What is the salary range or hourly wage?:
$63,053.37/yearly

Job Focus:
Youth Services