Library Jobs in NJ
NJ library jobs in state and local government: librarian, library assistant, library associate, and archivist titles, with salary ranges and how to apply.
Category: Education & Culture
Library jobs in New Jersey civil service run from entry-level library assistant and library associate roles, which can require only a high school diploma, up to professional Librarian 1 through 4 and Head Librarian positions. Titles exist in local public libraries, county library systems, the State Library, and institutional libraries in state colleges and agencies, and the family also includes archivists and library technicians who catalog, digitize, and preserve collections.
Typical Requirements
- Master's degree in Library Science (MLS) for professional Librarian titles
- Library Assistant and Library Associate positions may require only a high school diploma or an associate degree
- Some professional positions require NJ Professional Librarian certification
- Local library positions are filled through the same civil service process as state titles
Career Progression
- Library Assistant
- → Library Associate
- → Librarian 1
- → Librarian 2
- → Librarian 3
- → Librarian 4
- → Head Librarian
Available Library positions in New Jersey
New Jersey civil service has 58 library titles, paying from $39,358 at entry level to $128,719 at the top step. The 40 highest-paying are below; see all in search.
Which employers actually hire library titles
State payroll records show 27 people in these titles across 5 state agencies, concentrated at Department of State. This is where the work exists today, not a list of current openings.
- Department of State — 14 employees
- Department of Corrections — 6 employees
- Department of Health — 3 employees
- Civil Service Commission — 3 employees
- Department of Law & Public Safety — 1 employee
Local employers file their payroll separately and are not counted here, so county, municipal and school-district jobs in these titles are additional to the figures above.
About NJ Civil Service Employment
Working in NJ civil service means a published salary schedule rather than individual negotiation, state health benefits, PERS or PFRS pension credit, and civil service tenure once you complete probation. Entry is typically through a competitive exam and eligibility list, with promotional exams opening the next step up the ladder.
Positions may be available at state agencies, county governments, municipal governments, or school districts. Local government positions follow the same civil service rules as state positions and use the same job titles and specifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I become a librarian in New Jersey?
To work as a librarian in NJ civil service, you typically need to: Master's degree in Library Science (MLS) for professional Librarian titles; Library Assistant and Library Associate positions may require only a high school diploma or an associate degree; Some professional positions require NJ Professional Librarian certification. Most positions require passing a civil service examination and placement on an eligibility list.
What is the salary range for Library positions?
Library salaries in NJ civil service range from $39,358 at entry level to $128,719 for senior positions. Actual salary depends on the specific title, experience, and step level.
Are Library positions available at state and local level?
Availability varies by position. Use the job listings below to see jurisdiction-specific opportunities.
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