Librarian 3 (Ewing) at COUNTY OF MERCER – TRENTON, New Jersey

Full Time Librarian 3

DEPARTMENT: MercerCounty Library System

SALARY: U35:$52,989 - $83,065

SCHEDULE: This is a 35 hour per week position and includes at least oneevening per week and weekend hours in rotation. The Ewing Branch is openSundays through the school year and four of the County observed holidays andcandidates should be available to work some of these.

LOCATION: EwingBranch

POSITION(S) AVAILABLE: 1

POSITION OVERVIEW: Librarian3, REference & Adult services

Mercer CountyLibrary System seeks an innovative, self-motived and dynamic team player tolead the Ewing Branch Reference & Adult Services Department with positiveprofessionalism and forward-thinking charisma. This leadership position acts onbehalf of the branch manager when the manager is unavailable, overseescollection development, adult programming and staff supervision, whiledelivering exceptional library experiences to patrons in a vibrant communitysetting.

Key RESPONSIBILITIES:

Public Service

· Provide expert reference and reader's advisory services tolibrary patrons

· Guidepatrons in utilizing print and electronic resources

· Assist with material selection and collectiondevelopment

· Initiate and participate in outreachevents

Collection Management

· Developand maintain a schedule for selection, retention, weeding, and display ofreference and adult collections

· Coordinate branch ordering and evaluate materials forelectronic and print resources

Leadership & Administration

• Supervise, train, andevaluate department staff
• Develop and managedepartment budget
• Prepare staff schedules,reports, and analytical studies

· Participatein library-wide administrative planning and cross-departmental coordination

· Assisting with the payroll andweekly Cash Report

Adult Virtual Programming

Social Media

REQUIREMENTS:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

· Knowledge of theories,objectives, principles, and techniques of librarianship.

· Knowledge of currentlibrary technology, trends, and innovations.

· Ability to effectivelyuse social media formats and platforms.

· Ability to determinework to be accomplished, issue assignments, and instruct, train, and evaluatesubordinate personnel.

· Ability to plan andimplement library programs and services

· Ability to remainknowledgeable about library services, activities, and facilities and tocoordinate services and activities between departments or with other agencies.

· Ability to keep informedof current events, and popular and local culture.

· Ability to workharmoniously, creatively, and respectfully with others.

· Ability to work withprofessional associations toward the improvement of methods and techniques oflibrary services.

· Ability to give clear,concise, and informative talks before professional and nonprofessional groups.

· Ability to thinkcritically and creatively to solve problems and implement ideas.

· Ability to analyze,interpret, and implement the rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of alibrary.

· Ability to train andassist the public with communications, technology literacy, and all informationresources.

· Ability to comprehendthe specific functions and problems of a library and work toward theimprovement of methods and techniques of library services.

· Ability to promote andfoster public access to information and assist patrons in developing technologyliteracy.

· Ability to prepareclear, sound, accurate, and informative statistical, financial, and otherreports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.

· Ability to use the library's automatedsystem, online reference resources, various ebook and audiobook platforms, andMicrosoft Office applications such as Word and Excel

· Knowledgeof online databases and digital content delivery

· Knowledge or previous experience with SirsiWorkflows library software and Library Aware desirable.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH MERCER COUNTY:

MercerCounty is committed to supporting the well-being and growth of all employees,including part-time staff. While benefits may vary based on hours worked andunion affiliation, part-time employees may be eligible for:

Mercer County EEO/ Civil Service Statement & Residency Requirements:

Mercer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, familial status, religion, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, disability, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.

As a Civil Service employer under the State of New Jersey, all candidates must comply with New Jersey Civil Service Commission regulations and guidelines. Mercer County residency is required. Non-residents must establish residency within one (1) year of employment.

Mercer County is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws, specifically in accordance with the New Jersey State Policy Prohibiting Discrimination in the Workplace.