Library Services Coordinator jobs in Newark, NJ

Hillside Public Library invites creative, self-motivated and collaborative candidates, with

a passion for meeting the literacy needs of a diverse community of children, teens, and

their caregivers, to join our dedicated staff in delivering on our mission to change lives

for a better community.

Application and details: https://hillsidepl.org/job-openings/

Essential Functions:

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as an illustration of the

various types of work that may be performed:

Provides excellent customer service

Develop, promote, implement, and evaluate innovative programs and services for

children, teens, and their caregivers that meet Library goals and interests of the

community

Establishes and maintains positive effective relationships with schools, community

organizations, and the general public through local outreach

Orders collection materials and other library supplies for purchase, taking into

consideration priority needs and budget limitations; reviews collections to develop or

discard/discontinue as needed; evaluates and/or selects resources for delivery in the

most appropriate format

Reference and readers’ advisory

Coordinate and supervise teen volunteers

Develop and instruct the public and staff in the effective use of library resources and

emerging technologies in a variety settings, including one-on-one, small groups, and

user guides

Prepares clear, accurate and informative narrative and statistical reports

Keeps informed of current trends, technology, and developments affecting library

services through professional reading, continuing education opportunities, and

participation in professional organizations. Attends workshops, conferences, and

training as needed

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

MLS or MLIS from an ALA accredited institution. A NJ Professional Librarian Certificate

issued by the State of New Jersey or demonstrated ability to obtain one within three

months of hire.

Knowledge of current trends in youth librarianship and demonstrated experience using

technology and digital resources. Excellent customer service and communication skills

are essential.

Please note that this position is subject to the NJ First Act, requiring public employees

to establish residency in the State of New Jersey. See N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L. 2011,

Chapter 70). Hillside Public Library is a NJ Civil Service and Equal Opportunity

Employer (EOE).

Reading materials and providing verbal assistance to library users in English; manual

dexterity to handle books, software, and a variety of other media formats; intermittent

sitting, standing, and walking; occasional bending, reaching, and stooping; lifting and

carrying items weighing up to 20 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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $56,529.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Evenings as needed
• Monday to Friday
• Rotating shift
• Rotating weekends

Work Location: In person