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Posted on December 20, 2025
The Sidney Silverman Library at Bergen Community College
Part-Time Reference Librarian
The successful candidate will provide reference service to students, faculty, staff, and the general public. Other professional duties as assigned. Scheduled hours are somewhat flexible, depending on the successful candidate's availability. Work will be performed on-site at the Paramus campus, M-F.
Recent MLS or MLIS graduates are encouraged to apply.
SPECIAL SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
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Master's degree from an ALA- or AASL-accredited program required.
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Strong communication, research and public service skills, ability to work autonomously.
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Fluent with print and online library resources.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience providing general reference in a library.
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Experience with face to face and virtual reference modalities.
Salary and Benefits
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Hourly Rate: $28.25
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Pension Eligible
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403B Eligible
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Employee Assistance Program
Adjunct Instruction Librarian (Part-Time)
Bergen Community College Library, Paramus and Meadowlands campus
POSITION SUMMARY: The Adjunct Instruction Librarian will provide information literacy instruction to students by developing, conducting, and assessing library instruction sessions.
SPECIAL SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: A Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA- or AASL- accredited school is required.
Experience:
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Prior teaching experience would be preferred.
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Must have a current working knowledge of library databases, internet resources, and ACRL Information Literacy Framework.
Other:
Must be able to work at the Paramus and Meadowlands locations and be available evenings. Must reside in New Jersey.
Bergen Community College is committed to excellence in diversity and equity and creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider applicants for all positions regardless of race, color, religion, creed, gender, age, national origin, marital and veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status.
Posted on December 16, 2025
Monroe Township School District
Updated on December 16, 2025
Hamilton Township (Mercer) School District
Librarian/Media Specialist
Job ID: 3272
- Position Type:
SECONDARY EDUCATION/Media Specialist
- Date Posted:
12/12/2025 - Location:
Crockett Middle School
- Closing Date:
1/2/2025
Middle School Librarian/Media Specialist
Requirements:
- New Jersey Instructional Certificate - School Media Specialist
- Knowledge of best practices as outlined by the American Library Association (ALA) and NJ Association of School Librarians (NJASL)
- Knowledge of NJ Student Learning Standards for English Language Arts (6-8) and NaLibtional School Library Standards
- Ability to organize, catalogue, and classify physical and digital library collection
- Ability to teach students to build skills in literacy and information technology (where applicable)
- Ability to work collaboratively with student, teachers, and administrative staff
- Ability to assist students and staff with the research process and effective use of library databases
- Participate in and offer professional growth activities for colleagues
- Desire to work collaboratively with fellow librarians/media specialists
- Bilingual (a plus)
Effective: 2025 - 2026 School Year
Salary:
- As per salary guide based on experience and earned degree level
- Minimum $63,000 - maximum $98,404
Benefits:
In addition to the base salary, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package:
including medical/vision, prescription and dental insurance, and paid time off. Will be entered into the appropriate NJ Pension Program.
Interested candidates with applications in our Applitrack System must specifically "apply" for this position.
AA/EEO
*In accordance with S-414/A-3188 (http://www.njleg.state.nj.us/2018/Bills/S0500/414_R2.HTM),
school districts, charter schools, nonpublic schools, and contracted service providers (“employers”) are required to review the last twenty years of employment history of prospective employees to ascertain allegations of child abuse or sexual misconduct. It explicitly prohibits such employers from hiring a person serving in a position which involves regular contact with students unless the employer conducts a review of the employment history of the applicant by contacting former and current employers and requesting information regarding child abuse and sexual misconduct allegations.
*Appointed candidates are required to become a NJ resident within one year of starting the position as per P.L. 2011, c. 70. New Jersey First Act (https://www.nj.gov/labor/research-info/njfirst.shtml)
Applitrack link to posting: https://www.applitrack.com/hamilton/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=SECONDARY+EDUCATION&AppliTrackJobId=3313&AppliTrackLayoutMode=detail&AppliTrackViewPosting=1