Position: Substitute Librarian 🪄 (Part-Time / As-Needed)

Location: New Providence Memorial Library, New Providence, NJ

Salary/Hourly Rate: $30.00 – $33.00 per hour

Schedule: Per Diem / Flexible (Nights and weekends are our high-impact times!)

At the New Providence Memorial Library, our team is a magical mix of creative professionals who genuinely love what we do. We don’t just manage collections; we build experiences, spark curiosity, and serve as the warm, helpful heart of our neighborhood. We are looking for an energetic, community-minded Substitute Librarian to join our collaborative pool and help us maintain that magic when our core team needs to step away.

What makes you a perfect fit?

You love the thrill of the hunt. Helping a patron track down an obscure answer or discover their next favorite book brings a genuine smile to your face.

You have a passion for programming. You view library events as a way to connect, teach, and delight, and you are comfortable stepping in to keep the momentum going.

You thrive on teamwork. You jump into shifts with a collaborative spirit, ready to support your colleagues and lift up the community.

You have a flexible clock. You are ready and willing to handle dynamic schedules, particularly evening and weekend shifts when our community needs us most.

The Checklist:

Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS/MLS) from an ALA-accredited program.

Valid New Jersey Professional Librarian Certificate.

A tech-friendly mindset and a patient, welcoming approach to customer service.

Must comply with the NJ First Act residency requirements.

Ready to bring your Magic?

Send your resume and a quick note about why you love library work to director@newprovlibrary.org. We can’t wait to meet you!

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All job opportunities at the NP Library require NJ First Act compliance.