Library Associate, Youth Services, 35 hr/wk

Library Associate, Youth Services, 35 hr/wk Job Posting 025-26 Job Title: Youth Services Position, Birth to Grade 2, Library Associate *Must be currently enrolled in an MLIS program and graduating from an accredited MLIS program in the next 6 months Gloucester Township-Blackwood Rotary Public Library Salary: $24.1201 ($43,898.58 yr) Benefits Eligible for Sick, Vacation and Holiday Pay NJ Pension Eligible Position Medical and Prescription Benefit Eligible Position Schedule: 35 hr/wk – Schedule is based on library needs and will includedays, generally 1-2 nights/wk & rotating Saturdays The Camden County Library is seeking an enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and creative professional who loves to work with the public both in person and virtually.Duties performed under the direction of a professional Librarian include: develop and present youth services programming;including story time and other early literacy programs provide basic reference and reader’s advisory services to all ages; answer questions in-person, over the phone and by email; assist customers on the public computers and using other technology and resources; collection development duties including recommending purchases, weeding, and upkeep of the assigned collection area; conduct community outreach to schools and local organizations; assist at the circulation desk as needed; perform other related duties as required. may be scheduled at other Library facilities. will act as the Person-in-Charge of the branch as needed The Camden County Library System serves over 330,000 County residents. Our staff make customer service and community engagement a priority and strive to help communities reach their aspirations through library services. We strive to provide creative and innovative services and are guided by core values such as intellectual freedom, lifelong learning, integrity and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our Library serves everyone in our communities and seeks to remove barriers to services and create a welcoming and safe environment. Education and Experience: Library Associate requires:Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree. ** Only candidates currently enrolled in an accredited MLIS program and within 6 months of graduation will be considered. Completed employment application and resume are required for consideration. Completed application with resume are due in the Human Resources Office by October 8, 2026 at 2 PM. The Camden County Library System complies with the NJ First Act. * Failure to submit a completed application or to indicate job posting number may be reason for your application not to be considered. As a condition of employment, the selected candidate must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening. The Camden County Library System embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports patrons and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented identities to apply. The Camden County Library is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action Employer. We meet the learning, recreational and information needs of our customers, providing an open environment for our community. Good Faith Salary, Range, or Rate of Pay #J-18808-Ljbffr Librarylinknj