Part Time (12-15 hours per week)
About the Position: The Cherry Hill Public Library is seeking to hire a dynamic, enthusiastic librarian to join the Youth Services team. We are a state of the art library within a thriving suburban community in South Jersey. The successful candidate will be a responsible and efficient individual ready to keep up with our busy Youth Services Department. Duties will include: Reference and reader’s advisory services, assisting the public with computer and technology based questions, assistance with library programming and collection development as needed. Excellent customer service skills with a focus on providing patrons with a positive library experience are a must!
Qualifications:
• An ALA-accredited MLS
• Knowledge of the KOHA ILS
• Experience providing reference and reader’s advisory services
• Experience using print and electronic resources
• Knowledge of basic computer applications
• Evidence of ability to communicate effectively
• Knowledge of children’s and teen literature
• A strong commitment to public service and teamwork
Work Schedule:
Work schedules are subject to change based on the needs of the Library; candidates must be able to work during the library’s operating hours including, but not limited to evenings and weekends. 12-15 hours per week and fill-in hours as needed.
About the Library:
The Cherry Hill Public Library is the largest municipal library in the southern New Jersey area. The library is open seven days a week and is operational Monday through Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and approximately 32 Sundays 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. a year. *Hours subject to change.
How to Apply:
All completed applications may be emailed to [email protected] (subject line: Youth Services Librarian PT) or mailed in a sealed envelope to the address below.
Administration
Cherry Hill Public Library
1100 Kings Highway North
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
Attention: Jennie Purcell
If you have a Cherry Hill Public Library resume and/or application already on file and it is current then reply to [email protected] for your interest in the position. If resume/application is not current, then a new resume/application should be submitted.