POSITION SUMMARY: The Middletown Township Public Library is seeking a fun, energetic and creative Full Time Teen Librarian. This individual will report to and collaborate with the Adult Reference Manager. The successful candidate will possess excellent computer and technological skills as well as strong communication and customer service skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
● Programming, collection development, and collaboration with local schools and agencies to enhance teen services.
● Selects and maintains materials for the young adult collection within an established budget.
● Plans and coordinates young adult services and programs, including the summer reading program, TAB meetings, and other events.
● Organizes and coordinates the very popular youth volunteer program to assist throughout the library.
● Identifies curriculum needs in the community, plans, and provides services to meet those needs.
● Attends and participates in professional development, conferences, committees, and meetings.
● Maintains an awareness of professional trends, particularly regarding young adult literature and services.
● Provides readers advisory and reference services for young adults and adults.
● Work at the public desk in the Adult Reference Department during the week and on scheduled evenings/weekends.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: A Master's degree in Library or Information Sciences from 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 University
License: Appointees must hold or possess a valid certification as a Professional Librarian issued by Thomas Edison State University.
SCHEDULE:
35-hour work week including one evening shift a week and one Saturday a month
Monday: 9:00am-5:00pm
Tuesday: 9:00am-5:00pm
Wednesday: 1:00pm-9:00pm
Thursday: 9:00am-5:00pm
Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm
*Saturday: 9:00am-5:00pm (Off on Friday when scheduled for Saturday)
COMPENSATION:
CWA Local Union 1032 contractual salary: $35.68 per hour
BENEFITS:
Paid Time Off & Health Care- Dental, Medical, Vision and Prescription
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and employment application to
[email protected]. A copy of your Librarian certificate must be included with
your application. Employment application can be found here: https://www.mtpl.org/employment-application/