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Library Director - Richard A. Mola Public Library, Elmwood Park, NJ
Library Director - Richard A. Mola Public Library, Elmwood Park, NJ

The Richard A. Mola Public Library in Elmwood Park, a member of the BCCLS consortium of 78 public libraries, seeks a dynamic, action-oriented library professional to lead its modern and recently renovated library with a commitment to expand community engagement. Elmwood Park is located in Bergen... Continue Reading

Date posted04/7/2026


Librarian 1/Library Associate Youth Services PT - Gloucester County Library System, Mullica Hill Bra
Librarian 1/Library Associate Youth Services PT - Gloucester County Library System, Mullica Hill Bra

Position: Librarian 1/Library Associate – Youth Services Part Time: 25 Hours per week Compensation: $28.70 per hour minimum for Librarian 1 $22.31 per hour minimum for Library Associate The Gloucester County Library System is seeking an energetic, service-oriented professional... Continue Reading

Date posted04/7/2026


Programming and Outreach Librarian - Maplewood Memorial Library
Programming and Outreach Librarian - Maplewood Memorial Library

Maplewood Memorial Library seeks a motivated and organized reference librarian to take the lead in developing and coordinating programs and events, and to help our vibrant library meet people where they are through deliberate outreach. An engaged librarian who enjoys public service, they... Continue Reading

Date posted04/7/2026


Paraprofessional -- Communications Coordinator
Paraprofessional -- Communications Coordinator

Under the supervision of the Library Director, and in collaboration with the Programming and Outreach Librarian, the paraprofessional takes the lead in developing and circulating program publicity. They are skilled in graphic design platforms, such as Canva, and can work efficiently under time... Continue Reading

Date posted04/7/2026


Director - Muskegon Area District Library (MI)
Director - Muskegon Area District Library (MI)

The Muskegon AreaDistrict Library (MI) seeks a strategic and experienced Director to lead amulti-branch system serving almost 110,000 residents across 19 municipalitiesand townships along the West Michigan lakeshore. Governed by an eight-memberBoard of Trustees, the library operates 11 locations... Continue Reading

Date posted04/7/2026


Community Outreach Coordinator - Library of the Chathams
Community Outreach Coordinator - Library of the Chathams

Overview: Initially reports to the Library Director. Works with all staff, Foundation Boardmembers, and Friends Board members as needed to coordinate among these multipleChatham library organizations on publicity and selected programming work asdirected. Duties,Functions,... Continue Reading

Date posted04/7/2026


Adult Services Library Assistant (Part-time) - Somerset County Library System, Montgomery branch
Adult Services Library Assistant (Part-time) - Somerset County Library System, Montgomery branch

Essential Functions of the Job: Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, performing direct patron service at community events or at an SCLSNJ service desk including circulation, reference and readers’ advisory services to the public and uses appropriate tools and resources to... Continue Reading

Date posted04/7/2026


Part Time Youth Services Librarian 1 - Mercer County Library System, Lawrence HQ Branch or Hopewell
Part Time Youth Services Librarian 1 - Mercer County Library System, Lawrence HQ Branch or Hopewell

The Mercer County Library System is seeking a part-time 19 hour per week position in the Youth Services Department of the Hopewell Branch. We are seeking an energetic librarian with a passion for children’s and teen’s services and a strong commitment to providing excellent public... Continue Reading

Date posted03/31/2026


Temporary Part Time Teen Collection / Reference Librarian-Associate - Library of the Chathams
Temporary Part Time Teen Collection / Reference Librarian-Associate - Library of the Chathams

Library of the Chathams Position Description Temporary Part Time Teen Collection / Reference Librarian-Associate Adopted March 26, 2026 Duties, Functions, Responsibilities Temporary part time position reporting to the Adult Services Department Head. Responsible for evaluating the library... Continue Reading

Date posted03/31/2026


Technical Services Library Assistant, Part-Time - Summit Free Public Library
Technical Services Library Assistant, Part-Time - Summit Free Public Library

POSITION DESCRIPTION Part-Time Technical Services Assistant DESCRIPTION: Seeking a detail-oriented and organized individual to support the Library’s technical services operations, including acquisitions, materials processing, pick-lists, delivery coordination, and other technical... Continue Reading

Date posted03/31/2026


Announcing the 2026-2027 Executive Board
Announcing the 2026-2027 Executive Board

Congratulations to NJLA’s 2026-2027 newly elected Executive Board members (and thanks to everyone who ran for office and voted in the election): Vice President/President-Elect: Sarah Lester, Director, Maplewood Public Library Second Vice President: Diane Musella, Adult Services Supervisor,... Continue Reading

Date posted03/26/2026


Library Assistant - Parsippany Library
Library Assistant - Parsippany Library

Job Description: Job Vacancy: Part Time Library Assistant Summary: The Parsippany Library is seeking a Part Time Library Assistant to join the Customer Service Department at the Lake Hiawatha Branch Library. This position will be customer-facing, and duties include, but are not limited to:... Continue Reading

Date posted03/25/2026