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Youth Services Librarian – Rockaway Township Public Library - Full Time

Youth Services Librarian – Rockaway Township Public Library

The Rockaway Township Public Library is seeking a full time Librarian to work in our Youth Services Department with some Adult Reference Desk hours. We are looking for a dynamic, creative individual with exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills to encourage the love of reading and learning in our community.

35 hours per week. Evening and weekend hours required.

Duties include:

Developing and presenting youth services programming, including storytimes, crafts and book clubs

Providing reference and reader’s advisory

Assisting customers on public computers

Community outreach to local schools and organizations

Participation in area committees and workshops

Planning and implementing the Children’s Summer Reading programs

Preparing program flyers and PR, Social media

Maintaining program statistics

Qualifications: MLS or MLIS degree and NJ Professional Librarian Certificate; Residency in New Jersey (NJ First Act); knowledge of Koha is desirable. Strong computer skills (Word Press, Microsoft Suite, Google, Canva). Minimum 2 years’ experience in a professional library setting and working with children.

Compensation: Salary is $58,148.

Benefits: Medical benefits package, pension plan, paid sick, vacation, holiday and personal time.

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