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Part-time Librarian 1, Pinelands Library

JOB POSTING #17-25

Title : Librarian 1, Part-time

Location : Pineland Library

Salary : $30.00 hourly

ABOUT BCLS

The Burlington County Library System (BCLS) consists of 15 locations and both a Mobile Library and a Mobile Learning Lab that travel to dozens of community touchpoints throughout the largest county in the state. In addition, a Library by Mail service expands our reach in new and unique ways. We are an organization committed to staff growth and continuing education to help our team keep up with the everchanging library field. Our Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA) committee works continually toward inclusion goals and new and evolving work group projects ensure there are system-wide opportunities for employees to tackle large initiatives. Other highlights include a StoryWalk on our adjacent County Parks grounds, a 250-seat auditorium hosting concerts, performers and events for all ages and an annual Book Festival celebrating all things reading! Flip through our 2024 Annual Report for more about our recent initiatives!

DESCRIPTION

The Pinelands Library seeks an enthusiastic, service-oriented, and self-motivated individual to join their team. This position will be part of a team committed to offering creative and innovative programming, promoting library services, and connecting with the local community to share all BCLS has to offer. The individual will provide exemplary customer service by being attentive, approachable, empathetic, and helpful while working with people of all ages and backgrounds.

Other examples of duties :

• Assist with adult services initiatives at the branch, such as providing one-on-one tech instruction and community resource navigation.
• Design and implement adult programs to facilitate learning, growth, and personal development.
• Provide outstanding customer service and readers’ advisory; demonstrate knowledge of print and online resources.
• Assist with collection management tasks, including evaluating adult materials, and collection development.
• Participate in outreach events serving adults, seniors, and local organizations.
• Attend continuing education events; read professional literature; attend and participate in staff meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

A master’s degree in library or information science from a program accredited by the American Library Association or from a New Jersey Master’s program in Library Science that has been deemed acceptable by Thomas Edison State College. Obtain a valid NJ license as a Professional Librarian within six (6) months of appointment.

SCHEDULE

28 hours per week, including three evenings per week; a minimum of two Saturdays per month; four Sundays per year.

Submit a cover letter and resume as PDF attachments to jobs@bcls.lib.nj.us including Job 17-25 in the subject line.

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