What are the responsibilities and job description for the FT Librarian 1/2- Jackson Branch Young Adult Services position at Ocean County Library?
Description
Schedule: 37.5 HPW- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 9am-5pm, Tuesday 1pm-9pm, rotating Saturdays 9am-5pm (1 in 4 rotation). Please include an updated resume with your application.
Librarian 1 is an entry-level position, which moves into the classification of Librarian 2 upon the successful completion of one year's employment. The Librarian 1 / Librarian 2 serves as part of the branch team in providing service to all customers, but may specialize in youth services, teen services, or information services. Under the direction of the Librarian 3, the Librarian 1 / Librarian 2 plans, organizes, and evaluates programs in accordance with the Ocean County Library Mission, Goals, Standards, Diversity Plan, and Strategic Plan. This includes community outreach, participating in System-wide committees and initiatives, and attending staff or departmental meetings.
The Librarian 1 / Librarian 2 provides Reference and Readers' Advisory services, speaks to groups and community organizations, and champions the Diversity Initiative for inclusive service to the public. The Librarian 1 / Librarian 2 maintains a popular, inviting collection, deselects worn, out of date, or unused items, and communicates with System Selectors to meet local collection needs. In addition, the Librarian 1 / Librarian 2 may provide database or other technology-related instruction to staff and public, singly or in groups.Examples of Duties
The Librarian 1 / Librarian 2 for teen services understands adolescent development, has a good rapport with teens, is familiar with classic and contemporary teen literature, and provides programs from upper elementary school through high school. The Librarian 1 / Librarian 2 provides outreach to students and teachers, gives book talks, and is able to generate excitement about reading and library services to customers, which may include at risk youth and youth in detention centers.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of theories, principles, and techniques of librarianship
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing clearly, concisely, and informatively
- Ability to prepare informative statistical and narrative reports
- Ability to work harmoniously with peers, subordinates, and customers
- Ability to understand and follow Ocean County Library policies, procedures, and collective bargaining agreements
- Ability to meet or exceed Ocean County Library's Reference Competencies 1, 2, and 3
Knowledge of current trends in librarianship and ability to keep current with available electronic resources -
Education and Experience Requirements
- A Master's degree in Library or Information Sciences in a library program accredited by the American Library Association or from a New Jersey College Master's program in Library Science that has been deemed acceptable by Thomas Edison State College.
- If you will earn your degree within 6 month from the closing date of this announcement, you will be considered eligible for an appointment to the title of Library Associate until you are able to show proof of graduation
- A New Jersey Professional Librarian certificate (or ability to obtain one within 1 year of employment)
- For appointment at Librarian 2 level, one year of professional librarian experience is required
- Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey as the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position
Salary : $60,535