LibraryLinkNJ Technology Advisory Group
Reference Librarian - Deptford Free Public Library
LibraryLinkNJ Technology Advisory Group, Thorofare, New Jersey, United States
Reference Librarian - Deptford Free Public Library
The Deptford Free Public Library in Deptford, NJ seeks a full time Reference Librarian. We are an independent library in Gloucester County. We seek to provide the highest level of library services to our community. To add to our outstanding team, we need a person who will be dedicated to the needs of this community by providing excellent reference services and engaging programs for our adult patrons.
Responsibilities include
providing reference and readers’ advisory services to patrons
assisting patrons on the computer and with the use of electronic resources
developing the library collection
developing and hosting programs that will be engaging to our adult patrons
keeping our social media accounts current
maintaining relationships with community organizations
attending outreach opportunities in the community
creating flyers and other public relations publications to advertise our programs
performing other tasks as needed or assigned
Requirements:
a Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited program
a NJ State Professional Librarian’s Certificate
3 years of experience as a professional reference librarian preferred
strong customer service skills are essential
ability to maintain effective working relationships with others
knowledge of print and electronic reference and reader’s advisory tools
ability to adapt to new technologies
excellent oral and written communication skills
The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic and highly motivated librarian who is eager to be of assistance to our patrons
Salary: $50,000 with a generous benefits package as well as vacation, sick, and personal PTO
The selected candidate, if not a New Jersey resident, will be required to establish New Jersey residency within a year of appointment in accordance with the New Jersey First Act.
Only candidates of interest will be contacted.
To apply, send a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to Michelle Burns, Library Director, at burnsm@deptfordpubliclibrary.org
“Good Faith” Salary, Range, or Rate of Pay
$50,000 with a generous benefits package as well as sick, vacation, and personal PTO.
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Responsibilities include
providing reference and readers’ advisory services to patrons
assisting patrons on the computer and with the use of electronic resources
developing the library collection
developing and hosting programs that will be engaging to our adult patrons
keeping our social media accounts current
maintaining relationships with community organizations
attending outreach opportunities in the community
creating flyers and other public relations publications to advertise our programs
performing other tasks as needed or assigned
Requirements:
a Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited program
a NJ State Professional Librarian’s Certificate
3 years of experience as a professional reference librarian preferred
strong customer service skills are essential
ability to maintain effective working relationships with others
knowledge of print and electronic reference and reader’s advisory tools
ability to adapt to new technologies
excellent oral and written communication skills
The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic and highly motivated librarian who is eager to be of assistance to our patrons
Salary: $50,000 with a generous benefits package as well as vacation, sick, and personal PTO
The selected candidate, if not a New Jersey resident, will be required to establish New Jersey residency within a year of appointment in accordance with the New Jersey First Act.
Only candidates of interest will be contacted.
To apply, send a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to Michelle Burns, Library Director, at burnsm@deptfordpubliclibrary.org
“Good Faith” Salary, Range, or Rate of Pay
$50,000 with a generous benefits package as well as sick, vacation, and personal PTO.
#J-18808-Ljbffr