Part-Time Reference Librarian Position

The Whippanong Library in Whippany, NJ, seeks a tech-savvy, customer service-oriented, part-
time Reference Librarian to join its team. The library serves the community of Hanover
Township which includes the towns of Whippany and Cedar Knolls.

The part-time Reference Librarian will provide reference, computer help, and other library
services for the general public. Duties will include:
– Assisting patrons in finding print and non-print material
– Assisting patrons in using internet, databases, other digital resources, and Microsoft Office
– Answering reference questions on a wide range of topics and difficulty
– Keeping up-to-date with current technology
– Providing readers advisory for patrons
– Providing occasional back-up at the Circulation Desk

The hours include Tuesdays 9 AM – 12 PM, Thursdays 5 – 8 PM and the 1st and 3rd Saturday
9 AM – 1 PM. A total of 32 hours a month with opportunity for more hours as needed.
Qualifications include MLS or MLIS degree and a Professional Librarian’s Certificate. Schedule
flexibility and familiarity with Koha ILS system is a plus. Hourly salary is $30 an hour with
earned time-off benefits included.

Qualified applicants email resume and cover letter to Amy Puskas, Library Director at
amy.puskas@whippanong.org.