JOB HOTLINE: Updated for the week January 31, 2012
Job listings are for MLS positions. Positions that meet the NJLA minimum salary requirement are listed first. Beginning January 1, 2010 the minimum starting salary requirement is $50,765 for librarians and $27,691 for library assistants. (2011 Salary Recommendations | See
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Jobs are listed for four weeks unless the employer specifies otherwise.
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NEW POSITIONS: Jobs that meet the NJLA Minimum
SUPERVISING LIBRARIAN, PARSIPPANY-TROY HILLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
The Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Library is seeking a full-time enthusiastic, creative knowledgeable, service oriented and well organized Supervising Librarian to supervise a team of professional children’s librarians as they work together to meet the educational, technological and recreational needs of children, their caregivers and the educational community.
Primary responsibilities of the position include:
- managing the day-to-day operations of the Children’s Department of the Main Library
- supervising, scheduling and evaluating staff
- preparing department budget and monthly report
- overseeing the planning, scheduling and implementation of programs for children, including story times, after school programs, summer reading program, class visits, book discussions and group tours
- ensuring the delivery of quality reference and reader’s advisory services
- instructing customers in the use of electronic resources
- instructing customers in the use of the library in general and the Children’s Department in particular
- assisting with collection development by recommending materials for purchase, providing guidance on the age appropriate placement of materials and assisting with collection maintenance
- working productively with other department heads as a member of the library’s leadership team
- participating in library projects as needed
- participating in organizations as appropriate and available
Qualifications of the position:
- strong commitment to outstanding customer service
- ability to work effectively with children, parents, caregivers, schools, community organizations and other library staff members
- strong knowledge of children’s literature and collection development methods
- experience in planning and presenting programs for children
- strong organizational, communication, and public relations skills
- demonstrated ability to be both a leader and a team member
- independent judgment and initiative as well as interpersonal skills to coordinate, schedule and evaluate the work of others
- ability to effectively plan, organize and supervise the work of staff
- ability to analyze problems and recommend measures to bring about solutions
- proficiency in the use of the Internet, library automation systems, and other information technologies
- willingness and ability to work a varied schedule, which will include evening and weekend hours
Required experience and training:
- MLS/MLIS degree from an ALA accredited institution
- three years of supervisory experience and knowledge of child development
This is a civil service position. Generous medical benefits and continuing professional development and continuing education opportunities provided. Salary range: $62,000-67,000. Send cover letter and resume to: Jayne Beline, Parsippany Public Library, 449 Halsey Road, Parsippany, NJ 07054 or send via email to jayne.beline@parsippanylibrary.org
SUPERVISING LIBRARIAN, TECHNICAL SERVICES DEPT, HADDONFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
The Haddonfield Public Library is seeking a customer –service oriented and tech savvy librarian to supervise its Technical Services Dept. We are looking for an energetic, flexible, enthusiastic person to supervise cataloging, collection development, and to guide the library’s expansion of digital collections and newer technologies to meet our community’s 21st century expectations. Joining our team provides an opportunity to collaborate innovatively to bring the Haddonfield community new library services and programs. You will need excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication and technology skills. Duties include some maintenance of our website and systems administration. Familiarity with Polaris is a plus.
The position is part-time – 25 hours a week. The benefits package includes vacation, holiday and sick leave on a prorated basis. This position does not include health insurance. Continuing professional development and educational opportunities are provided, including membership in NJLA. Salary meets the NJLA recommended salary guidelines.
Haddonfield is a well educated community that uses the library’s collections and services extensively.
Minimum requirements:
- An ALA accredited MLS, MLIS or a Professional Librarian’s certificate issued by Thomas Edison State College or the New Jersey Dept. of Education or equivalent state certification and eligibility for NJ certification.
- At least two years of supervisory experience as a professional librarian or comparable supervisory experience
- At least three years cataloging and technology experience in a public library
- Complete ease in the use of computers and competence with new library technologies is essential
- Send your cover letter, resume, and the contact information for three professional references by February 21 to: sbriant@haddonfieldlibrary.org or mail to Susan Briant, Director Haddonfield Public Library 60 Haddon Avenue Haddonfield, NJ 08033
- We are seeking to fill the position by late April or early May
To see the job description for the position and for more information about HPL, visit http://www.haddonfieldlibrary.org/index.php/about/employment-opportunities-2
Haddonfield Public Library is an affirmative action/ equal opportunity employer.
NEW POSITIONS: Below NJLA Minimum
No new postings.
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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, WILTON LIBRARY (Connecticut)
Wilton Library—the Center for Discovery in the Heart of the Community--seeks an Executive Director to help continue and enhance the Library’s successful role as the creative, cultural, and intellectual destination of the community. The Wilton Library, http://www.wiltonlibrary.org/, a non-profit Association Library located in the center of the town of Wilton, CT, serves a community of 18,200 residents. The Library circulated 365,123 items in FY2011 and is ranked #4 among comparably sized towns in Connecticut Magazine.
In addition to providing traditional library services, the Wilton Library successfully transitioned to its mission of providing the Wilton community with outstanding adult and children’s programming, vital teen services, and public fine arts and performing arts spaces. The Library collaborates with local government and businesses and has become the “go to” place for local history knowledge, meeting room spaces and digital connections (as seen during the recent significant power outages in Fall 2011). Consisting of a single facility (50,384 sq. ft. building with a new addition completed in 2006), the Library is poised to move forward building on its successes. The new Executive Director will work with a committed staff (31 FTEs), an energetic core of volunteers, an established donor group, a dedicated community and a $3.3 million budget to deliver quality services. The challenge for the next Executive Director will be to move forward on the Library's new strategic plan (currently under development) leveraging strong community relationships and partnerships while developing alternate funding streams to continue the outstanding levels of service and programs.
Wilton, http://www.wiltonct.org/, is nestled in the Norwalk River Valley in western Connecticut. Located in Fairfield County, Wilton is north of the City of Norwalk, west of the Town of Weston, and east of the Town of New Canaan. Wilton's residents live in an area of 26.8 sq. miles. Wilton is 55 miles from midtown Manhattan and is within easy driving distance from Westchester County, New York. The Town is accessible from routes 7, 33, 106, and 107. Wilton is only one hour from Grand Central Station on the New Haven Line Danbury branch of Metro-North Railroad, http://www.mta.nyc.ny.us/mnr/, which runs daily commuter service. Additional information on the Library, Wilton, and the surrounding area can be found at http://www.gossagesager.com/Wiltonlinks.htm.
Responsibilities. The Executive Director reports to a 24-member Library Board of Trustees and works with the Board, staff, and major stakeholders to establish the strategic vision for the Library aligning the Library’s mission, goals and objectives with the community’s needs and priorities. The Executive Director’s primary responsibilities are to maintain an outstanding library that anticipates and fulfills the needs of its community utilizing all resources available. The Executive Director is responsible for every phase of library operations including programs, collections and services, personnel, technology, public relations and outreach, marketing, buildings, grounds, equipment, budget, donor relations, and fundraising. For the detailed job description, see http://www.gossagesager.com/Wiltondirector.pdf.
Qualifications. A master’s degree in library science from an ALA accredited program and a minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in library administration and staff supervision, including supervision of a major public library department or as a director or assistant director of a public library. A combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to successfully meet the requirements of the position may be considered. Essential attributes and skills include: vision, creativity, energy and enthusiasm; superior written and oral communications skills; demonstrated success in effectively promoting library services to the community; political acumen; collaborative and consensus-building skills; experience in recruiting, mentoring, evaluating and retaining an excellent staff; and a thorough knowledge of current trends and “best practices” for library service. Proven success working effectively with a policy-making board is desirable.
Compensation. A starting salary range of $110,000-125,000 (with final placement dependent upon experience and qualifications) with an attractive benefits package.
For further information, contact Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates via email or call 816-531-2468. Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or pdf attachments to DanBradbury@gossagesager.com or JobethBradbury@gossagesager.com. The position closes February 26, 2012.
LIBRARY DIRECTOR, ORANGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
The Director is the administrator of the library whose principal role is to lead the library and carry out policies established by the Board of Trustees in order to achieve the library’s goal as determined by the Board. Based on authority derived from the Board and the laws of the State of New Jersey, the director plans, organizes and administers the operation of the library while constantly evaluating library operations and reporting back to the Board with recommendations to improve, strengthen or otherwise enhance library service to the community. The position organizes library operations, provides direction to all staff, determines level of services provided to the public, provides community programs and public events, and oversees the management and maintenance of facility and technology throughout the Library.
All library employees report to the Director, the Director reports to the Board.
Essential Functions of the Job
- Reviews, formulates and recommends policies and policy revisions to the Board for approval
- Implements board-established policies within the library and with library patrons
- Interprets library policies and rules to the staff and general public
- Recruits, hires, trains and supervises all employees and provides a written annual performance review to the employee and for her personnel file
- Prepares for and attends board meetings; conducts staff meetings; arranges for staff in-service training
- Works to create a friendly environment in the library where values such as intellectual freedom, respect for learning and culture, respect for all people, equal access to information, and maintenance of quiet space for study and reading are maintained
- Studies and knows the community, including key community leaders, in order to deliver a balanced range of library services appropriate to the needs of all City of Orange residents
- Communicates the value of the public library and information services in the community through public speaking to community groups, and through written communications
- Establishes and maintains effective work relationships with individual board members, the Board as a whole, township officials, township departmental personnel, the leadership of Friends of the Library, other community organizations, the schools and school-related groups, professional associates beyond The City of Orange, and the general public.
Additional Examples of Job Functions
- Identifies and with Board direction, applies for additional sources of funding, such as grants and community organizations
- Monitors legislation relate to libraries and keeps the Library Board and appropriate Township Officials and library staff informed.
-Prepares narrative and statistical reports
- Attends professional meetings for professional development, and to keep abreast of developments in the library world
Job-related Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- Thorough knowledge of the theories, principles and techniques of librarianship
- Thorough knowledge of library administration and management techniques, including the applicable laws of the State of New Jersey
- Thorough knowledge of the proper functions and responsibilities of a library board of trustees
- Ability to analyze, comprehend and apply current public library standards, methods and techniques
- Knowledge and experience in budget preparation, salary administration, and financial controls
- Skilled in applying a management approach to library administration: translating Board goals into effective services and programs
- Ability to oversee and direct collection development, including selection, classification & cataloging, OPACs, and information-related web applications
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (especially word processing and spreadsheets)
- Ability to communicate effectively and share knowledge with others
- Ability to prepare and present accurate and informative statistical and verbal reports, appropriate to the audience
- Ability to cost- and time-effectively manage the facility and grounds
- A service-minded approach to librarianship
- Ability to handle issues and conflict smoothly, and to resolve issues between members of the public and the library, or among staff, quickly and tactfully
- A proven record of professional advancement and demonstrated success in the administration at a significantly sized library operation (such as a branch, a department, or public library)
Qualifications
- Masters of Library Service degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association, NJ Professional Librarian Certification, and minimum five years of library experience two years of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity.
- A record of advancement within the library profession and demonstrated success in library administration and supervision. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
COMPENSATION: The starting salary is competitive (minimum $80,000 commensurate with experience) and a generous benefits package. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For consideration, please email cover letter, resume and three professional recommendation letters to:
adzikowski@prolibra.com Angela Dzikowski, Pro Libra Associates 800-262-0070
DIRECTOR, LINCOLN PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY
The Lincoln Park Public Library seeks an energetic and innovative new director. The library is a member of the M.A.I.N., Inc. consortium of 37 libraries and is located in Morris County, New Jersey. The director works with a 7 member Board of Trustees. The director plans, administers, and evaluates library services. The director is responsible for the hiring, supervision, assignment and retention of library staff. Together with the Board of Trustees the director works on policies, goals and objectives, the budget, maintenance of the building, and the creation of a strategic plan. He or she should also have an excellent knowledge of technology and must keep abreast of the latest library issues and trends. The director must maintain and enhance positive community relations and possess excellent communication skills.
An MLS/MLIS from an ALA accredited institution is required as is a NJ Professional Librarian certificate. Candidates should have at least 3 years of administrative experience in public libraries.
Lincoln Park Public Library is both union and civil service.
The Lincoln Park Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Position is full-time (35 hours per week) with benefits. The starting salary is competitive (minimum $60,000 commensurate with experience) and a generous benefits package.
Please send a cover letter, resume, and three professional recommendations via email to: adzikowski@prolibra.com Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
PREVIOUS POSITIONS: Below NJLA Minimum
YOUTH SERVICES LIBRARIAN, ROCKAWAY BOROUGH PUBLIC LIBRARY
The Rockaway Borough Public Library is accepting applications for a part-time (20-25 hours per week) Youth Services Librarian with experience working with patrons ages tots to teens. $22.44 per hour. Responsible for circulation, reference, technology, programming, collection development, outreach and publicity. MLS or SLMS required. Please apply to Director, Rockaway Borough Public Library, 82 E. Main St., Rockaway, NJ 07866. circ-rcb@mainlib.org or 973-627-5709.
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