OBPL Adult Services Librarian, Full-Time

Staff Librarian – Adult Services , Old Bridge Public Library

Full-Time: Annual Salary $64,694.27

Organizational Role

Provides reference and reader’s advisory services. Plans and schedules Library programs. Collaborates with either the Adult Services Team. Performs collection management duties as assigned.

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 and schedules library programs.

May assist in the coordination of ESL services.

Cooperates with schools, businesses, and relevant community organizations for outreach services.

May supervise and train volunteers as necessary.

Serving as a notary public (certification paid by the library).

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.

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.

Strong communication skills. Additional language fluency desirable.

Proficiency in the use of current library technologies.

Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Please send 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 [email protected] no later than Wednesday, January15th at 5pm. This position will be formally awarded with Board of Trustees approval and successful background check on or after February 12th.