Hourly Substitute Reference Librarian - Maplewood Memorial Library

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Job Description:

The Maplewood Memorial Library connects people to information, ideas, culture—and each other. We are open to all.

Maplewood Memorial Library seeks a friendly, service-oriented person as an hourly substitute Reference Librarian. The librarian has excellent customer service skills, is computer literate, organized and efficient, and enjoys working in a busy library serving children and adults. Prior knowledge of adult and children’s materials, the BCCLS catalog and LEAP are a plus. Applicant must have an MLS and NJ State Certification, or be a graduate student enrolled in an MLIS program. This is an hourly position, offering shifts on an as-needed basis; evening and weekend availability is highly desirable.

Job Duties:

  • Assist patrons at the Adult and/or Children’s Reference desks with reference questions
  • Help patrons locate library materials, in physical and digital formats
  • Provide basic computer and technology assistance to the public
  • Reader’s advisory services

Other tasks may be assigned as needed.

Scheduling: Hourly, as needed, including evenings and Saturdays. 

Requirements:

  • MLIS and NJ State Certification, or enrollment in MLIS program
  • Strong customer service & interpersonal skills
  • Good communication & organizational skills
  • Strong computer skills
  • Ability to regularly bend, lift, push and pull up to 25 lbs of books and other materials

Salary: $33.57 per hour

MLIS Student Salary Range: $27.45 - $32.50 per hour

Email resume and cover letter to:

Amanda Eigen, Assistant Director

amanda.eigen@maplewoodlibrary.org

 

This position will remain open until filled.

 

MAPLEWOOD LIBRARY    51 Baker St., Maplewood, NJ 07040   Tel: 973.762.1622    maplewoodlibrary.org

Application link or email address: amanda.eigen@maplewoodlibrary.org

Salary range or hourly wage: $27.45 - $33.57 per hour

MLS required: Yes, an MLS is required.

Job focus:

Public/Adult Service
Youth Services

Work schedule: 

Part-Time