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.
• A new Jersey Professional Librarian certificate (or ability to obtain one within 1 year of employment.
• Mastery of the core competencies for librarians of the New Jersey Library Association.

Customer Service Philosophy:   Ocean County Library connects people and builds community. The library is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for all customers.

General Description: The Librarian 1 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, YS, the Librarian 1 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 for Youth Services understands early childhood development, has a good rapport with children and caregivers, is familiar with classic and contemporary children’s literature, and provides programs for children and parents from birth through elementary school. The Librarian 1/Librarian2 provides outreach to students and teachers, gives book talks, and is able to generate excitement about reading and library services to customers.

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

See New Jersey Civil Service Commission job specification for Librarian 1, title code 07569.

NJ State Librarian Certificate

P-112-17-63

INTERESTED CANDIDATES IN STATE, COUNTY OR MUNICIPAL GOV’T SHOULD FORWARD A COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO: 

Cheryl Somers
Ocean County Library
Human Resources
101 Washington Street
Toms River, NJ 08753
(732) 349-6200 ext 5930

csomers@theoceancountylibrary.org