The Maplewood Memorial Library connects people to information, ideas, culture—and each other. We are open to all. Maplewood Memorial Library seeks a friendly, service-oriented person as an hourly substitute Reference Librarian. The librarian has excellent customer service skills, is computer literate, organized and efficient, and enjoys working in a busy library serving children and adults. Prior knowledge of adult and children’s materials, the BCCLS catalog and LEAP are a plus. Applicant must have an MLS and NJ State Certification, or be a graduate student enrolled in an MLIS program. This is an hourly position, offering shifts on an as-needed basis; evening and weekend availability is highly desirable.

Job Duties:

• Assist patrons at the Adult and/or Children’s Reference desks with reference questions

• Help patrons locate library materials, in physical and digital formats

• Provide basic computer and technology assistance to the public

• Reader’s advisory services

  Other tasks may be assigned as needed.

Scheduling: Hourly, as needed, including evenings and Saturdays.

Requirements:

• MLIS and NJ State Certification, or enrollment in MLIS program

• Strong customer service & interpersonal skills

• Good communication & organizational skills

• Strong computer skills

• Ability to regularly bend, lift, push and pull up to 25 lbs of books and other materials

Salary: $33.57 per hour

MLIS Student Salary Range: $27.45 - $32.50 per hour

Email resume and cover letter to:
Amanda Eigen, Assistant Director
amanda.eigen@maplewoodlibrary.org

This position will remain open until filled.

The Maplewood Memorial Library connects people to information, ideas, culture—and each other. We are open to all. Maplewood Memorial Library seeks an enthusiastic, driven, service-oriented paraprofessional or MLIS candidate to serve as part of the Maplewood Memorial Library team. Prior knowledge of the BCCLS catalog and LEAP is a plus. This is an hourly position, offering shifts on an as-needed basis; evening and weekend availability is highly desirable.

DUTIES:

Under the supervision of the Assistant Director, specific job duties include:

• Provide excellent customer service at all public desks across departments

• Assist patrons with questions and use of tools and techniques for finding information

• Locate materials for and process holds requests

• Answer telephones, emails and questions about library collections and services

• Shelve, shelf-read, move carts & bins of library materials up to 25 lbs.

Other tasks may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree

• Excellent customer service skills

• Strong organizational and communication skills

• Familiarity with and enthusiasm for current technologies

This position requires the ability to walk, sit, bend, kneel, climb, push/pull on a daily basis

Scheduling: As needed, including evenings and Saturdays

Salary Range: $27.45 - $32.50 per hour

Email resume and cover letter to:
Amanda Eigen, Assistant Director
amanda.eigen@maplewoodlibrary.org

This position will remain open until filled.

Maplewood Memorial Library seeks a friendly, service-oriented person as an hourly substitute Library Assistant. The Library Assistant provides direct patron assistance and performs other circulation related duties. They have excellent customer service skills, are computer literate, organized and efficient, and enjoy working in a public-service setting. Prior knowledge of the BCCLS catalog and LEAP is a plus. This is an hourly position, offering shifts on an as-needed basis; evening and weekend availability is highly desirable.

DUTIES:

Under the supervision of the Supervisory Library Assistant, specific job duties include:

Circulation Desk: Check in, check out and renew library materials. Register patrons. Settle fees using the cash register. Answer telephones and emails. Answer general questions about library collections and services. Perform basic computer troubleshooting. Shelve, shelf-read, move heavy carts of books. Retrieveand check in items from the book drop using carts.

Patron holds and requests: Receive, retrieve, activate, and pack patron holds for Maplewood Library patrons and library consortium partners.

Other tasks may be assigned as needed.

Scheduling: As needed, including evenings and Saturdays.

Requirements:

• High school diploma

• Strong customer service & interpersonal skills

• Good communication & organizational skills

• Strong computer skills

• Ability to regularly bend, lift, push and pull up to 25 lbs of books and other materials

Salary: $19.19 per hour

Email resume and cover letter to:
Sigfredo Montijo, Supervisory Library Assistant
sigfredo.montijo@maplewoodlibrary.org

This position will remain open until filled.

Mission: We connect people to information, ideas, culture—and each other. We are open to all. Under direction of the Business Manager, the custodian performs varied routine tasks involved in the cleaning and maintenance of the library buildings and grounds. The custodian interfaces with Department of Public Works staff on building issues.

Duties:

• Dusting, vacuuming, mopping and general cleaning and maintenance.

• Emptying book drop at Main Library on a daily basis.

• Setting up chairs and tables for meetings and programs

• Breaking down boxes and placing them in recycling dumpster.

• Picking up litter both inside and outside Main Library and Hilton Branch Library.

• Bringing up paper supplies from basement for printers and photocopiers as needed.

• Accompanying contractors and inspectors as necessary.

• Repairing furniture such as tightening screws on chairs, tables, shelves as needed.

• Straightening chairs, tables, and books on shelves.

• Replacing light bulbs, batteries in alarm system, etc.

• Replacing water in water cooler.

• Emergency clean up which may include overflowing toilet or sink, flooding in basement, or body fluids as needed.

• Removing graffiti.

• Daily trips between Main and Hilton to deliver books, Xerox paper and water as necessary.

• Perform related duties as required.

Position Requirements:

• Candidates must be able to fulfill the physical demands of the position.

• Candidates must possess a driver’s license valid in New Jersey.

• Previous custodial experience preferred.

Scheduling: 19-23 hours/week. Schedule: Mon 4-8, Tues 4-8, Weds 4-8, Thurs 4-8, Sat 1-4

Hourly wage: $21.34

Submit resume to Kathy Goldfine, kgoldfine@maplewoodlibrary.org by Aug 29, 2025.