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Librarian I Youth Services Outreach - Cherry Hill Public Library
Librarian I Youth Services Outreach - Cherry Hill Public Library

Job Description: Librarian I (Youth Services Outreach) Filing Deadline: Friday, May 29th, 2026 Full Time Union Position Hours: 35 hours per week | Salary: $55,324 About the Position: The Cherry Hill Public Library is seeking to hire a creative, energetic, and well-read Youth Services... Continue Reading

Date posted05/11/2026


Supervisor of Borrower Services - South Brunswick Public Library
Supervisor of Borrower Services - South Brunswick Public Library

Job Description: Supervisor, Borrower Services Full-time/35 hour week Paid vacation, sick, holiday and medical benefits included Nights or weekend day may be required The South Brunswick Library, located halfway between the metropolitan hubs of NYC and Philadelphia, is home to a diverse,... Continue Reading

Date posted05/11/2026


Full-time Librarian 1, Teen Services - Burlington County Library, Westampton
Full-time Librarian 1, Teen Services - Burlington County Library, Westampton

Job Description: Title: Teen Services Librarian (Librarian 1) Salary: $58,492 Location: Burlington County Library System, Westampton Open Until Filled ABOUT BCLS The Burlington County Library System (BCLS) consists of 15 locations and both a Mobile Library and a Mobile Learning Lab that... Continue Reading

Date posted05/8/2026


Part Time Library Associate - Mercer County Library System, Lawrence HQ Br
Part Time Library Associate - Mercer County Library System, Lawrence HQ Br

Job Description: The Mercer County Library System is seeking a part-time 19 hour per week position in the Adult Reference Department at the Lawrence Headquarters Branch. We are seeking an energetic graduate student currently enrolled in an MLS/MLIS program, with a passion for adult services... Continue Reading

Date posted05/7/2026


Hourly Substitute Library Assistant - Maplewood Memorial Libr
Hourly Substitute Library Assistant - Maplewood Memorial Libr

Job Description: Maplewood Memorial Library seeks a friendly, service oriented person as an hourly substitute Library Assistant. The Library Assistant provides direct patron assistance and performs other circulation related duties. They have excellent customer service skills, are computer... Continue Reading

Date posted05/7/2026


Branch Manager (Librarian 3) - Sussex County Library System or Dorothy Henry Branch
Branch Manager (Librarian 3) - Sussex County Library System or Dorothy Henry Branch

Job Description: Where is this? TheDorothy Henry branch is the Vernon Township location of Sussex County LibrarySystem. It is a well-used and beloved fixture of the community,with an active Friends of the Library group. The location offers ready accessto outdoor recreation and the Route 23... Continue Reading

Date posted05/7/2026


Library Director - Fanwood Memorial Library
Library Director - Fanwood Memorial Library

Job Description: Library Director – Fanwood Memorial Library The Fanwood Memorial Library Board of Trustees is seeking an enthusiastic, collaborative, and community-focused leader to oversee their active public library in Union County, New Jersey. The successful candidate will... Continue Reading

Date posted05/5/2026


Department Head– Systems Administrator - Maplewood Memorial Library
Department Head– Systems Administrator - Maplewood Memorial Library

Job Description: Job Posting: Department Head– Systems Administrator - Full Time Reports to the Director We connect people to information, ideas, culture—and each other. We are open to all. Administration: Responsible for the management and supervision of Information... Continue Reading

Date posted05/4/2026


Part Time Youth Services Library Associate - Lawrence HQ Branch, Mercer County Library System
Part Time Youth Services Library Associate - Lawrence HQ Branch, Mercer County Library System

]Job Description: Part Time Library Associate, Youth Services, Lawrence Headquarters Branch This 19-hour per week position requires Saturdays and two evenings per week. Other hours are to be scheduled. Please note, the Lawrence HQ Branch is open Sundays throughout the school years, and... Continue Reading

Date posted05/4/2026


Chronicle: Winter 2026
Chronicle: Winter 2026

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Date posted04/24/2026


Organizational Update: April 2026
Organizational Update: April 2026

NJLA’s Executive Board met on Tuesday, April 21. Here are some of the highlights: The Member Engagement Committee is hosting Books, Bites, and Big Voices (Collingswood Library and romance-focused bookstore visits, lunch, and karaoke!) on Saturday, May 9, in Collingswood. Registration... Continue Reading

Date posted04/23/2026


Community Organizer - New Jersey Library Association
Community Organizer - New Jersey Library Association

Position Description: NJLA: Developing library workers, uniting the library community. NJLA Core Values Professional Development Transparency Member Engagement and Collaboration Sustainability Advocacy Joy and Community Equity, Diversity,... Continue Reading

Date posted04/22/2026