Librarian I - Adult Services

JCFPL JOB TITLE: Librarian I - Adult Services

DEPARTMENT: Information Services

LOCATION: Gardner Main

REPORTS TO: Info Services Department Manager (Librarian III)

CIVIL SERVICE JOB TITLE: Librarian I

SALARY RANGE: $59,995 - $64,504 per year

FULL-TIME/PART-TIME: Full-Time

WORKWEEK: 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.  (scheduled 35 hours/week). Will be required to work evenings and weekends as needed.

*Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities and activities, may change at any time with or without notice.

About the Positions

As part of the Adult Services Division and reporting to the branch managers, the individual in this role will be responsible for providing services to our Adult population. This includes but is not limited to developing/delivering best practices for Adult Services, arrangement of library material displays, exhibits, and special library programs. 

The ideal candidate will have a passion for Adult literature; familiarity with current library technologies; the ability to perform both independently and as a team member; experience in planning and conducting adult programming; an energetic approach to outreach and community partners; excellent communication skills; enthusiasm, courtesy, flexibility and a sense of humor. 

Specific Job Duties:

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as an illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

• OUTREACH - Develop partnerships with parents, community leaders, and organizations.
• EVALUTATION OF BRANCH NEEDS - Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate overall programs, services, and activities to ensure they meet library goals and the needs and interests of students.
• INNOVATION PROGRAMMING -Designs, develops, and implements innovative programs and services and integrate new technologies into library service.  
• TRADITIONAL PROGRAMMING -Organizes and conducts library tours, book talks, film programs, reading clubs, etc. for the purpose of promoting literacy, fostering use of library resources and/or to inform the community and various organizations of available youth services.
• AESTHETICS - Designs, develops, implements and evaluates displays and exhibits.
• SOCIAL MEDIA - Promotes library activities, facilities and services.
• CUSTOMER SERVICE - Assist patrons in locating, evaluating and effectively using information or resources;
• OTHER - Perform all other reasonable duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Required Experience:

• Master’s degree in Library or Information Sciences in 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.
• Possess a valid certification as a Professional Librarian issued by Thomas Edison State University.

Essential Skills:

• Ability to keep informed of current theories, objectives, principles, and techniques of librarianship: and adapt to modern technology, library trends and innovations.
• Ability to identify, customize, create and present innovative programs and services and integrate new technologies into library service.

Preferred Skills:

• Ability to read, write, speak, or communicate in a second language other than English.
• Experience as a musician, singer, theater performer, or artist a plus.
• Desire to work in fast-paced urban environment a plus.

NOTES:

For all employees, regardless of full-time or part-time status, JCFPL is considered the primary employer. Work hours are assigned according to the Library’s operational needs. Work hours are not scheduled to accommodate employees’ other employment, academic, or other outside obligations, except in circumstances agreed upon in writing by the employee and the employee’s supervisor.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of
activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for the employee for this job. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

This vacancy is associated with a New Jersey Civil Service job title. The New Jersey Civil Service Commission requires all incumbents to possess and be prepared to verify the minimum experience and skills required for the associated Civil Service job title.

This position is subject to residency requirements as set forth in the New Jersey First Act and not available for work visa sponsorship.