Staff Librarian, Adult Services - Old Bridge Public Library

Job Description:

Staff Librarian – Adult Services

Full-Time: Annual Salary $64,694.27

Organizational Role

Provides reference and reader’s advisory services. Plans and schedules Library programs. Manages areas of the collection.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provides reference and reader’s advisory services.
• Manages assigned area(s) of the collection, including selection and weeding.
• Plans, schedules and presents library programs including story times.
• Cooperates with schools, businesses, and relevant community organizations for outreach services.
• May supervise and train volunteers as necessary.
• May serve as a Notary Public.
• Assists customers in the use of the public catalog, computers, and copiers.
• Provides formal and informal technology training when assigned.
• Develops instructional tools such as bibliographies and research guides.
• Promotes library services, programs, and resources.
• May work collaboratively with School District on programs.
• May participate in the writing and administration of grants and special projects.
• Participates in Library and professional meetings, workshops, webinars, and other continuing education opportunities.
• Works a flexible schedule including days, evenings, and weekends.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• MLS/MLIS from an ALA accredited library school.
• Must have or be eligible to obtain a New Jersey Professional Librarian Certificate.
• Demonstrated experience and skills in the following areas: flexibility, initiative, teamwork, and customer service.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing clearly, courteously, and effectively in the English language.
• Proficiency in the use of personal computers and MS Office products, ILS software, and the internet.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Please send a letter of interest and resume to Linda Reynolds, Executive Assistant for Personnel, Old Bridge Public Library, 1 Old Bridge Plaza, Old Bridge, New Jersey 08857 or lreynolds@oldbridgelibrary.org no later than May 2, 2025.

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Salary range or hourly wage: $64,694.27

MLS required: Yes, an MLS is required.

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