LibraryLinkNJ Technology Advisory Group is hiring: Hourly Substitute Reference L

Overview

Maplewood Memorial Library seeks a friendly, service-oriented person as an hourly substitute Reference Librarian. The librarian has excellent customer service skills, is computer literate, organized and efficient, and enjoys working in a busy library serving children and adults. Prior knowledge of adult and children’s materials, the BCCLS catalog and LEAP are a plus. Applicant must have an MLS and NJ State Certification, or be a graduate student enrolled in an MLIS program. This is an hourly position, offering shifts on an as-needed basis; evening and weekend availability is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist patrons at the Adult and/or Children’s Reference desks with reference questions
• Help patrons locate library materials, in physical and digital formats
• Provide basic computer and technology assistance to the public
• Reader’s advisory services
• Other tasks may be assigned as needed.

Scheduling

Hourly, as needed, including evenings and Saturdays.

Requirements

• MLIS and NJ State Certification, or enrollment in MLIS program
• Good communication & organizational skills
• Ability to regularly bend, lift, push and pull up to 25 lbs of books and other materials

“Good Faith” Salary, Range, or Rate of Pay