Branch Librarian (Librarian III/IV)/Branch Library Intern, Somerset County Library System of NJ or W

Branch Librarian (Librarian III/IV)/ Branch Library Intern (Job# 2025-21)

Essential Functions of the Job:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, providing advanced reference and reader’s advisory services; planning, promoting and implementing library programs that encourage library usage and supports the goals of the SCLSNJ Strategic Plan, community needs, and changes in technology and trends in library services; managing branch materials in an assigned subject area(s) according to the SCLSNJ Collection Management Plan; performing outreach services; performing other work-related responsibilities and duties as assigned by the supervisor and/or Branch Manager.

Minimum Qualifications:

NJ Librarian’s certificate required; MLS (ALA accredited program desirable); minimum of one year of professional librarian experience; coursework and/or training in adult, youth or teen services and print and electronic resources; less than one year of professional librarian experience is considered Librarian IV; must reside in the State of New Jersey within one year of employment unless exempted by law; reliable transportation to attend training, meetings, or other assigned duties at other branches or off-site locations as required.

• Applicants who do not possess a minimum of one year’s professional librarian experience, as stated above, will be considered as Librarian IV (Grade K) candidates.

• Students enrolled in an MLS program who have completed 18 credits may apply for the position as a Library Intern. Eligible candidates should be actively enrolled in an MLS program.

Physical Demands:

Ability to operate a personal computer and keyboard, projectors, printers, and other office equipment; reading materials and providing verbal assistance to library users in English or other languages as required by the position; manual dexterity to handle books, software, and a variety of media formats; intermittent sitting, standing, and walking; occasional bending, reaching, and stooping; lift and carry items weighing up to 35 lbs.; pushing or pulling objects weighing up to 100 lbs; distinguishing sounds at various frequencies and volumes; distance vision sufficient to distinguish people or objects under a variety of light conditions; vision sufficient to view computer screens and spine labels under a variety of light conditions.

About SCLSNJ:

Somerset County Library System of New Jersey partners with you to connect, to explore, to share and to discover. Our vision is to work together to enrich lives, expand knowledge and strengthen communities. SCLSNJ is comprised of 9 locations that serve 15 member communities. For more information, visit SCLSNJ.org

Position Title/Grade:

Librarian III, Grade J

Librarian IV, Grade K

Library Intern, Grade L (non-union)

Location/Department:

Warren Township branch/

Adult Services

Reports to:

The Adult Services Department Supervisor

Job ID:

2025-21

Organization:

Somerset County Library System

of New Jersey

Library Type:

Public

Job Type:

Full-time,

Exempt

OPEIU

Annual Salary:

Librarian III - $57,435

Librarian IV - $50,000

Library Intern - $45,400 (non-union)

37.5 hours per week for all positions.

Paid Time Off

NJ Public Employee Retirement System (PERS)

Schedule:

Since the library is open on days and evenings, the schedule may vary including Saturday rotation and some holidays; the schedule is subject to change with or without advance notice.

Please note that this is not a remote, temporary, or seasonal position.