How much does a Reference Librarian make in New Jersey? The average Reference Librarian salary in New Jersey is $81,248 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $70,057 and $93,357. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

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Reference Librarian Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Reference Librarian Salary $59,867 NJ February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Reference Librarian Salary $70,057 NJ February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Reference Librarian Salary $81,248 NJ February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Reference Librarian Salary $93,357 NJ February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Reference Librarian Salary $104,381 NJ February 26, 2024
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What is a Reference Librarian ?

The reference desk or information desk of a library is a public service counter where professional librarians provide library users with direction to library materials, advice on library collections and services, and expertise on multiple kinds of information from multiple sources....

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Bayonne, NJ Avg. Salary $83,543 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Bergenfield, NJ Avg. Salary $85,019 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Bloomfield, NJ Avg. Salary $85,093 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location East Brunswick, NJ Avg. Salary $83,440 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Hoboken, NJ Avg. Salary $86,717 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Irvington, NJ Avg. Salary $83,543 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Lakewood, NJ Avg. Salary $82,356 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Middlesex, NJ Avg. Salary $82,805 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Passaic, NJ Avg. Salary $85,093 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Union, NJ Avg. Salary $83,543 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Job Openings for Reference Librarian in New Jersey
Pellissippi State Community College - Knoxville , TN
Title: Reference Librarian (Temporary Part-Time) Department: Library Services Campus: Hardin Valley Closing Date: Open until closed Type of Appointment: Temporary Part-Time Pay Rate: $21.84hr Work Hours: The Reference Librarian provides daytime and afternoon reference desk coverage, scheduled 20 hours per week and will be assigned hours during the window of 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday - Thursday, and 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Fridays. Position Summary: The Reference Librarian participates in reference services, provides support for Pellissippi Ambassadors for Library Success (PALS) student employees, creating tutorials, library instruction, and other duties as assigned. The position reports to the Reference Coordinator and Instruction Librarian. Duties and Responsibilities: 65% Provide individual reference service and group information literacy instruction, both in-person and online. Reference services are available in-person and via phone, email, text, chat, and appointment. In support of refer
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Current Employees: If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this tip sheet. Reference Librarian - Librarian Assistant Professor Law School Library ABOUT MIAMI The University of Miami School of Law offers a varied JD and graduate curriculum. The reference department works from the heart of campus to support the scholarship and learning of faculty and students. For more information about the library, please see our website. The University of Miami, in Coral Gables, Florida, is located in the South Florida region, a diverse, multicultural area that boasts a tropical climate, vibrant entertainment, abundant outdoor activities, and a variety of nearby neighborhoods in which to live. POSITION PURPOSE The Reference Librarian will perform general reference duties, such as workin
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Wilmington College - Wilmington , OH
Wilmington College invites applicants from, and nominations of, qualified candidates for the full-time position of Director, S. Arthur Watson Library on the main campus of Wilmington College in southern Ohio. The Director reports to the Vice President for Academic Affairs/Dean of Faculty and supports the campus as well as academic programs including online programs. The successful candidate will demonstrate a 21st century vision for leadership in the faculty/student focused environment of the private college academic library. The Director works to maintain the excellent integration of the Library into the academic life of the College, its faculty, and students, aligning collections and services with the curriculum of both graduate and undergraduate programs. The Director has overall responsibility for the collections, services, programs, policies and procedures, assessments/reports, staff development/evaluation, and the learning environment of the Library. Watson Library currently mana
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The J. Paul Getty Trust - Los Angeles , CA
Reference Librarian I for Reproductions and Permissions Job Family Library Type Regular Full-Time Position Status Getty Center Workplace Type Onsite Salaried/Hourly Salaried Hiring Pay Scale $58,944 - $75,147 Annually Salary Commensurate with experience and internal equity Program/Department Research Institute - 0419-Research Services and Collections Requisition Number 2023-4344 ERRP Eligible No Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion at Getty Getty believes diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion are essential to our excellence and to the execution of our mission. The Getty community values differences in the pursuit of inquiry and knowledge, mutual understanding, respect, trust, transparency, and cooperation. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and includes individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Individuals of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities
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+ Yakima, WA + Part-Time Faculty - See Position Description + Category: Student Services + Division: Library and Media Services Adjunct Reference Librarian Part-Time, Non-Tenure Anticipated Start Date: ASAP Salary: $762 per Instructional Unit Up to 10 IU's/Quarter Yakima Valley College is accepting applications for an adjunct Reference Librarian i n the Instructional and Student Services Division - Library and Media Services. This is a part-time position. The adjunct Reference Librarian will be committed to community college students and their success. The successful applicant will be accomplished and active in their discipline, committed to participating in a multicultural, interdisciplinary learning environment, and skilled in the technology of learning and research. Yakima Valley College is accepting applications for one Media Assistant 2 in the Office of the Vice President for Instruction and Student Services Library and Media Services. We invite you to consider joining Yakima Vall
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Miami Regional University - Miami Springs , FL
Job Description Job Description The Assistant Librarian assists the Senior Director of the LLRC with the daily tasks of the MRU Library and Learning Resource Center. The Assistant Librarian aids students in obtaining online journals, periodicals, databases, and other resources to locate materials or information. The Assistant Librarian helps students with APA formatting. Compiling records and collaborating with sorting and shelving books are also functions for this position. Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Enforces, maintains, and explains MRU & LLRC policies and procedures to users. Assists with daily tasks of the Library and Learning Resource Center, such as checking out library materials, receiving returns, assisting students in locating books, reserving study rooms, etc. Assist students and faculty in finding and using library resources (library catalog, databases, APA Writing Tips/Tools, etc.) Answer routine reference inquiries, and refer students/guests needing further assista
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    Reference Librarian

    2 - 4 years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

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    Senior Librarian

    4 - 7 years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

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