Education to Career Outreach Librarian (Librarian II)

Jersey City Free Public Library • Jersey City, NJ

40d

About The Position

The Education to Career Outreach Librarian provides a wide range of library services within the Outreach Branch. This role requires strong professional knowledge and experience in library science, particularly as it relates to school libraries, college and career readiness, youth engagement, and outreach services. Under general direction, this librarian develops, implements, monitors, and evaluates school- and community-based programs, including those delivered via mobile units and other non-library settings. The role may involve leading or coordinating the work of Librarian 1s, interns, and paraprofessional or technical staff in support of outreach activities. The Education to Career Outreach Librarian develops, implements, and evaluates library programs and services in schools, colleges, and community settings—including use of the mobile units. This position focuses on serving youth through young adulthood, in collaboration with teachers, parents, and caregivers, and by building partnerships with schools, colleges, and community organizations involved in education, college preparation, and career development. An important responsibility of this role is managing the school library card program, which ensures that students across the Jersey City school system are provided with access to library resources. Additionally, the Education to Career Outreach Librarian will build and maintain effective relationships with local schools, act as a liaison between branches and educational institutions, and support branch librarians in their outreach efforts. This includes maintaining a comprehensive record of school contacts and branch partnerships. The librarian may also perform basic library functions such as circulating materials, processing holds, etc.

Requirements

• A Master’s degree in Library or Information Science from a program accredited by the American Library Association, or from a New Jersey program deemed acceptable by Thomas Edison State University, is required for librarian positions.
• Appointees may be required to possess a valid certification as a Professional Librarian issues by Thomas Edison State University.
• One (1) year of experience demonstrating practical knowledge of library functions, services, terminology, techniques, procedures, and standard tools (card catalog, microfilm, shelving, circulation systems, and so forth.)
• NJ Driver’s license required.

Nice To Haves

• Two (2) years of experience demonstrating practical knowledge of library functions, services, terminology, techniques, procedures, and standard tools (card catalog, microfilm, shelving, circulation systems, and so forth.)
• At least six (6) months of experience must have been in a lead role supervising subordinate employees.
• CDL B license highly desirable or required to earn within the first year of employment.
• Experience managing staff and administering library programs.
• Knowledge of Jersey City’s population, geography, and local government preferred.
• Facility in a non-English language spoken in Jersey City (e.g., Spanish, Hindi, Arabic, Tagalog) desired.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and maintains effective work relationships with community organizations, particularly school groups, educational institutions, colleges, career, and job skills agencies; supports, trains, guides branch library associates with their branch extension programs to these audiences within their neighborhoods.
• Coordinates and conducts library outreach extension programs with schools and other educational institutions, colleges, and career development services and community agencies,
• Serves as a resource and support for branch library staff by assisting in the coordination and delivery of library outreach and extension programs with schools and other educational institutions. colleges, and career development services and community agencies,
• Supervises, develops, and implements library extension programs, services, and events on mobile units, at school and community agencies, and in other non-library settings throughout the community.
• Provides outreach services such as tabling events, book talks, film programs, reading clubs, etc. to promote literacy, foster use of library resources, and/or to inform the community and various organizations of available library services.
• Designs, organizes, and maintains library materials and electronic resources by using appropriate systems of access that are compatible with the needs and styles of learning of the public.
• Composes publicity releases, fliers, informational pieces, and program announcements for tabling events, media, newsletters, or other publications; utilizes social media outlets to promote programs and events.
• Presents informative sessions before groups, organizations, co-workers, and the public.
• Promotes good customer service; registers new members; reviews library card applications for completeness as to name, address, and similar personal identification and records changes of such information; answers patrons' inquiries pertaining to library hours, physical location of library material, offices, etc.; explains library services to community residents or groups; answers patrons' inquiries pertaining to library hours, physical location of library material, offices, or personnel including explanation of basic library resources and services; meets the needs of a diverse community; Maintains cooperative relationships with local community residents and system-wide library staff; meet the needs of a diverse community.
• May take the lead over Librarians 1 and/or paraprofessional/technical staff, coordinate assignments, and provide instructions for their completion.
• Exchanges ideas, information, and opinions with supervisors to formulate policies, procedures, programs, etc. to provide high quality services.
• Participates in professional associations concerned with improving methods and techniques of information services.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and informative narrative and statistical reports.
• Maintains files and records.
• Will be required to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• This summary outlines the general benefits available to library employees, designed to support their health, financial security, and work-life balance.
• Benefits available to Full-Time Employees: Medical coverage 60 days from the first day of employment, Prescription coverage is the first of the month following 60 days of employment at no cost to the employee and additional cost per each dependent added. Dental coverage is provided at no cost 60 days after the first day of employment. Vision coverage is provided at no cost and reimbursed at $250.00 per year. Additional Full-Time benefits include Life & AD&D insurance, 403b, Participation in pension plan (dependent on age at the time of hire date).
• Part-Time Employee benefits include participation in pension plan and sick/vacation leave.
• A more detailed summary can be found on our Employment Opportunities page located at www.jclibrary.org

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees