FT Librarian 1/2- Jackson Branch Youth Services Job at Ocean County Library, NJ

Salary: $58,772.00 Annually
Location : Jackson, NJ
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: P-107-25-22-963
Department: Public Services - Jackson
Division: Jackson Branch
Opening Date: 02/19/2025
Closing Date: 2/27/2025 8:00 AM Eastern

Description

Schedule: 37.5 HPW- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 9am-5pm, Thursday 1pm-9pm and rotating Saturdays 9am-5pm (1 in 4 rotation). Please include an updated resume with your application.
Examples of Duties
The Librarian 1/Librarian 2 for youth services understands early childhood development, has a good rapport with children and caregivers, is familiar with classic and contemporary children's literature, and provides programs for children and parents from birth through elementary school. The Librarian 1/Librarian 2 provides outreach to students and teachers, gives book talks, and is able to generate excitement about reading and library services to customers.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of theories, principles, and techniques of librarianship
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing clearly, concisely, and informatively
• Ability to prepare informative statistical and narrative reports
• Ability to work harmoniously with peers, subordinates, and customers
• Ability to understand and follow Ocean County Library policies, procedures, and collective bargaining agreements
• Ability to meet or exceed Ocean County Library's Reference Competencies 1, 2, and 3
• Knowledge of current trends in librarianship and ability to keep current with available electronic resources
• Mastery of the core competencies for librarians of the New Jersey Library Association

Education and Experience Requirements

• A 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 College.
• If you will earn your degree within 6 month from the closing date of this announcement, you will be considered eligible for an appointment to the title of Library Associate until you are able to show proof of graduation.
• A New Jersey Professional Librarian certificate (or ability to obtain one within 1 year of employment) For appointment at Librarian 2 level, one year of professional librarian experience is required
• For appointment at Librarian 2 level, one year of professional librarian experience is required. Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey as the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

State Health Benefits Plan
Dental Care
Vision Care
Paid Time Off (Vacation, sick, personal and holiday pay)
NJ State Pension (PERS)