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Library Director – Quechee/Wilder Libraries (Hartford, VT)

Summary of the libraries
The Quechee/Wilder Libraries are located in Hartford, Vermont, a town with a population of 10,000. Located in the Upper Valley, the Quechee/Wilder libraries are part of a rich ecosystem of community organizations that work for the betterment of our people and planet.

The Quechee Library, located on the main street of Quechee village, is well-utilized by full-time and part-time residents alike. The Wilder Club & Library is an additional site whose library operations are run by the Quechee Library at the historic Wilder Club & Library building in Wilder village.

Both libraries have dynamic programming for all ages, including storytimes, book groups, live music, and summer reading programs. The library also has a diverse collection of print and online resources for patrons with technology support readily available to those who need it.

Job Description
The Quechee/Wilder Libraries are seeking an experienced full-time Director. This position is 35 hours/week and includes regular evenings and rotating weekends.

Essential duties include:

  • Provides strategic and administrative leadership in collaboration with the Quechee Library Board of Trustees, and communicates regularly with the Wilder Club & Library Board of Trustees.
  • Executes community-minded strategic visioning processes across the two libraries.
  • Develops and administers the library’s annual budget ($210,000 for FY 27) consisting of town allocations, individual contributions, and grants, and ensures sound fiscal management.
  • Recruits, supervises, and develops 4 part-time staff members and a core of 12+ volunteers across the two library sites.
  • Curates library services and a collection of over 30,000 items to meet the evolving needs of the community.
  • Develop partnerships and programming with local and state organizations such as the other town libraries, local schools, the Vermont Humanities Council, and Bugbee Senior Center.
  • Maintains active membership and acts as a representative of the libraries in local and state consortiums and resource sharing groups.
  • Provides direct support to patrons and visitors including circulation desk coverage and technology support.
  • Oversees library technology and information systems to support modern service delivery and digital collection offerings.
  • Oversees the pursuit of Sustainable Library Certification and general facilities upkeep and management to ensure a safe, welcoming, and functional library environment.

Requirements

  • MLIS or MLS, plus 3-5 years of library experience
  • In absence of an MLIS, 5-7 years of progressively responsible library experience will be considered

Preferences

  • Experience working with contractors and facilities personnel
  • Experience with community-centered strategic planning

Salary
$32-37/hour commensurate with experience.

To apply, please send a resume and a cover letter to info@quecheelibrary.org with cover letters addressed to the Quechee Library Board of Trustees.

– Posted 1/29/26

Youth Services Library Assistant – Howe Library (Hanover, NH)

Department: Library
Job Code: LIB/11
Employment Type: Part-Time, Non-Benefited
Reports To: Head of Youth Services
Apply online at: https://hanovernh.bamboohr.com/careers/26

Make a difference where curiosity begins.
The Town of Hanover is seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and community-focused individual to support youth programming and services at the Hanover Public Library. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage directly with children and families, foster a love of reading and learning, and contribute to a welcoming public space that serves as a cornerstone of the community.

Why Join Us – Town of Hanover, NH (Non-Benefited Position)

  • Support children, families, and lifelong learning in a welcoming public library
  • Engage creatively through youth programming, storytelling, and community outreach
  • Work in a collaborative, mission-driven library environment
  • Gain valuable experience in library services and youth engagement
  • Enjoy flexible part-time employment serving a vibrant Upper Valley community
  • This position is non-benefited and does not include health, retirement, or leave benefits

The Youth Services Library Assistant is responsible for preparing and conducting programs for children, staffing the children’s room, and assisting library patrons. This position supports youth services through programming, reader advisory, customer service, and general library operations in a welcoming and engaging environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Prepare and conduct children’s programs, including story times, performances, and summer activities
  • Recommend books and materials to children, young adults, and adults
  • Assist patrons in locating and selecting library materials
  • Support publicity efforts and community outreach activities
  • Create displays and assist in maintaining a clean, welcoming library environment
  • Create a variety of graphic and written materials
  • Attend meetings as required
  • Assist at the circulation desk as assigned, including checking materials in and out, collecting fines, and issuing library cards
  • Read professional reviews and suggest materials for possible purchases to Youth Services Librarians
  • Perform related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of public library service principles and commitment to customer service
  • Knowledge of Dewey Decimal classification system
  • Knowledge of library policies, procedures, and computer systems
  • Knowledge of children’s and young adult books and materials
  • Knowledge of early childhood development
  • Proficiency with computers and job-related software
  • Strong customer service skills with the ability to interact positively with patrons of all ages
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
  • Strong oral and written communication skills

Physical Demands and Work Environment

  • Work performed indoors in a library setting
  • Requires sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, and stooping
  • Occasional lifting of light to heavy objects

Minimum Qualifications

  • Specialized training or education related to library services, youth services, or a related field, in addition to a high school education
  • One to two years of relevant work experience OR
  • An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience sufficient to perform all major duties

Hours of Work:
20 hours a week to include some evenings and weekends.

If you enjoy working with children, books, and the public, and are interested in contributing to a dynamic community resource, we encourage you to apply.

The Town of Hanover is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Town does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

– Posted 1/22/26

Librarian Director – Lydia Taft Pratt Library (West Dummerston, VT)

Lydia Taft Pratt Library in West Dummerston, Vermont is seeking a part time Library Director. Approximately 20 hours/week, benefits not included. Salary range will be between $17 and $20/hour depending on previous experience.

Responsibilities include: organizing and coordinating library services, overseeing the library space, ensuring organization and cleanliness, and creating a welcoming, safe environment. Ensuring that the library’s technology is up to date and functioning properly, including security protocols. Maintaining the library’s website, and sustaining a collection of materials that represent diverse ideas, information, and insights. Presenting and advocating for the library’s interests in appropriate community forums.

A Bachelor’s degree is required and an MLS/MLIS degree or equivalent library experience is preferred. The successful candidate will be encouraged to work toward a Vermont Public Library certificate if they do not have a degree in Library Science, and must be willing to pursue continuing education to stay current in library science.

A full job description is available upon request. Please send a letter of interest and resume to:

Lydia Taft Pratt Trustees
P.O. Box 70
West Dummerston, VT 05357

The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

– Posted 1/16/26

Library Assistant – Georgia Public Library (Georgia, VT)

Do you love books? Are you warm, detail-oriented, and flexible? Do you have good customer service skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite? Georgia Public Library needs a personable bookworm to be responsible for shelving, and checking books in and out for patrons.
 
20 hours per week: 10-6 Tuesday, 12-8 Wednesday, 12-5 Friday.
 
This position is initially grant funded and of approximately one year duration; there may be potential for longer term. Starting pay $18.00/hour based on skills and experience.
 
Send cover letter and resume to Librarydirector@townofgeorgia.com. Deadline January 28, 2026.
 
Library Assistant: Outreach and Materials Processing 
  • Overdues: Run overdue list weekly, outreach to patrons following established overdue procedures
  • Holds: Run holds in KOHA daily at the start of shift.  Ensure that patrons are receiving books they have requested.
  • Materials Processing: Ensure that new acquisitions are shelf ready, except for cataloging. Assist with weeding as assigned, including running circulation history, pulling books, deleting them and maintaining records. Repair/ mend as necessary.
  • Displays: Strive to provide visually attractive displays for reading themes and programs to enhance the services the library offers. Displays should be refreshed on a regular basis.
  • Patron services: check books in and out, answer reference and computer questions, provide assistance accessing e-resources and provide reader advisory when sought. Enact library programs in collaboration with library staff.
  • Answer the phone and respond to phone messages promptly
  • Schedule Community Room
  • Shelve materials accurately
  • Shelf read
  • Maintain cleanliness and order in the library
  • Maintain patron records, including issuing library cards and necessary updates
  • Follow opening and closing procedures
  • Other duties as assigned

Youth Services Librarian – Dailey Memorial Library (Derby, VT)

The Dailey Memorial Library in Derby, VT is seeking a part-time youth services librarian with a strong commitment to public service.  The position involves providing library services and programming for and with youth aged 0-18 years of age and having constant contact and collaboration with youth and caregivers including those with diverse backgrounds and abilities.

Duties include assisting youth in their library activities, conducting preschool story times, planning and organizing summer reading programs for school-aged children, planning and organizing weekend and after school programs and activities as well as special holiday events, advocating for the library’s youth programs, and attending professional conferences, seminars, and classes to keep current with this field.

This position is 10-12 hours per week.  Requirements are eligibility to work in the U.S., a high school diploma with some college preferred, and at least one year of experience working in libraries or running programs for youth.

Interested candidates may send a cover letter and resume by January 16, 2026 to Maureen Badger, Dailey Memorial Library, 101 Junior High Drive, Derby, VT  05829 or email these documents to daileylibrary@gmail.com

– Posted 12/23/25

Library Assistant – Latham Library (Thetford, VT)

We are looking for a new team member to join the friendly faces that welcome our patrons and visitors.

If you love talking with people, particularly about books, movies and community events, you are comfortable troubleshooting basic technology questions and researching information online, and you enjoy clerical and organizational tasks, we’d love to hear from you. Attention to detail, communication and interpersonal skills are a must. Previous experience working in a library is preferred.

For more details, please see https://thetfordlibrary.org/employment/.

This is a part-time position, starting at $18 per hour, with paid time off. The exact schedule is still being determined, but will include one day per week from 12-5pm, plus approximately one Saturday per month from 10am-1pm. Opportunities may be offered for occasional additional shifts, according to the library’s needs.

To apply, please send a resume and letter of interest to Holly Lague via email at director@thetfordlibrary.org or mail to Latham Memorial Library, PO Box 240, Thetford, VT 05074. The position will remain open until filled.

– Posted 12/18/25

ABLE Library Program Technician II – Vermont Department of Libraries (Barre, VT)

Title:  Program Technician II

Application Deadline Date:  12/23/2025
Req ID:  53924
Department:  Libraries
Location:  Barre, VT, US
Position Type:  Permanent
Schedule Type:  Full Time
Minimum Salary:  $23.28
Maximum Salary:  $36.16

Overview

The Vermont Department of Libraries is seeking a Program Technician II for the ABLE Library, Vermont’s Library for the Blind and Print Disabled. This position is the main point of contact for library patrons, providing exemplary customer service to members of the ABLE Library, and answering inquiries from the public and library staff around the state. The Program Technician reports directly to the Director of the ABLE Library and works in close partnership with Department staff, key stakeholders in other state agencies, and relevant federal agencies.

As Program Technician II, your responsibilities will include:

  • Providing direct patron services through phone and email.
  • Helping trouble-shoot patron technology issues.
  • Reviewing and processing applications for service from new patrons.
  • Communicating with caregivers, educators, medical and other service providers regarding program information, services, and customer needs.
  • Performing reference and readers’ advisory services to patrons and referring patrons to other community resources as appropriate.
  • Providing direct training to individuals who are blind, visually impaired, or print disabled on the use of digital talking book machines and cartridges, BARD (Braille and Audio Reading Download) application for computers and mobile devices, and the ABLE Library catalog.
  • Processing incoming and outgoing mail of materials to and from patrons and participating institutions.
  • Providing training to staff and community partners as appropriate and participating in applicable outreach events to represent the ABLE Library.
  • Participating in collection development and maintenance, including cataloging, statistical data collection, and analysis.
  • Administering the local audiobook recording program.
  • Supporting the Library Advancement and Information and Access teams with administrative and logistical tasks.

Ideal candidates will have considerable customer service experience, and ideally, knowledge of library practices, systems, and procedures. They should have knowledge of the principles of office management and the ability to apply these principles to office operations. Ideal candidates will also have knowledge of the challenges encountered by persons who are blind, visually impaired, or print disabled in the use of technology related to ABLE Library services.

This is an in-office position that is not eligible for telework.

Please include a cover letter as part of your application materials.

Who May Apply

This position, Program Technician II (Job Requisition #53924), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Karen Gravlin at karen.gravlin@vermont.gov.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

 Environmental Factors

Duties are performed predominately in an office setting. Private means of travel should be available for occasional travel when appropriate. Incumbents must be adaptable and able to work within tight time limits and under considerable stress. Some evening and weekend duty may be necessary.

 Minimum Qualifications

Two years or more of full-time college coursework OR an associate’s degree or higher AND two (2) years or more of experience at or above a technical level in program administration (such as administering components of a licensing and certification program, or records management).

OR

High School diploma or equivalent AND three (3) years or more of experience at or above a technical level in program administration (such as administering components of a licensing and certification program, or records management).

OR

One (1) year or more of experience as a Program Technician I with the State of Vermont.

Link to the full job description: https://careers.vermont.gov/job/Barre-Program-Technician-II-VT-05641/1348470200/

– Posted 12/18/25

Assistant Director – Newbury Public Library (Newbury, NH)

The Newbury Public Library in Newbury New Hampshire is seeking a creative, community-focused librarian to join our team as Assistant Director. In this role you will play a key part in library operations, staffing the circulation desk, managing InterLibrary Loans, overseeing the building and staff in the Director’s absence, managing collections, and helping to develop engaging programs.

We are looking for an Assistant Director who is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment, who enjoys working with the community and who is not afraid to innovate and think outside the box. A successful candidate will be resourceful, technologically savvy, possess strong communication skills, and be able to provide excellent customer service to all ages.

This is a full-time position with a full benefits package. The salary range is $46,000-$51,000 and is commensurate on experience and qualifications. An MLS/MLIS degree or equivalent library experience is preferred. Applications received by January 9th will be given first priority.

The full job description is available here: http://newburynhlibrary.net/employment

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Lea McBain, director@newburynhlibrary.net

– Posted 11/30/25

Circulation Assistant – Waterbury Public Library (Waterbury, VT)

Circulation Assistant

20 hours/week

Summary
The Circulation Assistant runs the Help Desk and provides a variety of essential patron services. The Circulation Assistant also handles overdue functions, performs a variety of processing and repair duties, creates book displays, and takes on other tasks as assigned.

Pay starts at $20.00 an hour.

Duties
Customer Service from the Help Desk
Making sure that visitors have a positive library experience is the top priority for each member
of the Library’s staff. The Circulation Assistant runs the Help Desk during scheduled hours, and
as such, is the primary contact point for patrons and visitors.

Help Desk Duties

  • Greet adults, children, and telephone patrons with a smile, answer questions and offers assistance.
  • Check materials in and out.
  • Facilitate the use of the public access computers, digital collections, and databases.
  • Help patrons use the iPad look-up stations, find materials, and place holds within the Catamount Consortium’s Koha system.
  • Offer interlibrary loan, if needed.
  • Register new patrons and give them a brief orientation to the Library.
  • Inform patrons and visitors about the Library’s digital collections, the resources of the Vermont Online Library, Mango Languages, ebooks, and other online and digital services.
  • Handle program registrations.

Circulation
The Circulation Assistant has primary responsibility for circulation during scheduled evening
and weekend hours.

  • Handle circulation functions, including holds and ILL requests.
  • Handle overdue contacts for long overdue/lost materials.
  • Update patron records when materials are returned or paid for.
  • Report to Library Director on efforts to retrieve overdue and lost items.
  • Report any Koha system problems to the Assistant Librarian and Library Director. Follow “system down” procedures to report urgent problems.
  • Researches and creates attractive book displays on topics that may be of interest to our patrons or on timely topics.

Technical Services

  • Assist with processing and cataloging of new library materials.
  • Assess the condition of damaged materials and makes repairs, if possible, or refer materials to Youth Librarian or Library Director for possible replacement or withdrawal, if an item cannot be repaired.
  • Uses online calendars and other office software the Library uses for internal communications, organization, and tracking.

Other
Occasionally assists with preparation for youth programs
Perform other tasks, as assigned.

Work place communication

  • Maintains a professional attitude and conduct in relationships with colleagues.
  • Fosters a congenial workplace atmosphere that supports all staff.
  • Communicates effectively with other staff.

Professional Development
Participate in relevant workshops and webinars, as time, budget, and needs of the Library
permit.

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Excellent customer service skills; minimum1 year experience in customer service field desirable.
Attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks
Comfort with basic technology and a willingness and ability to learn new technology
Willingness to work evening and weekend hours.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Pay starts at $20.00 an hour. Send resume, cover letter and two references to: rachel@waterburypubliclibrary.com.

– Posted 11/19/25

Adult Programming and Circulation – Ilsley Public Library (Middlebury, VT)

Ilsley Public Library is searching for our next Library Assistant II—Adult Programming and Circulation. This position energizes the library’s connection to the community through creative programming, dynamic marketing, and meaningful partnerships. They design and deliver engaging events that spark curiosity, foster learning, and bring people together, both inside the library and beyond its walls. As the library’s lead for marketing and outreach, they share the library’s story across multiple platforms and collaborate with local organizations to expand its reach and relevance. Whether developing a new community initiative, hosting an author event, or greeting patrons at the circulation desk, the Adult Programming and Circulation librarian helps make the library a welcoming, inspiring space for everyone.
 
This is an exciting time to join the library as we prepare to move back into our newly renovated and expanded, state-of-the-art facility! The Adult Programming and Circulation librarian will have the opportunity to develop innovative programs in amazing new spaces and help shape how the library connects with the community in its next chapter.
 
This position is 40 hours per week, Tuesday through Saturday, with evening hours as required.
 
About the Ilsley Public Library
Established in 1848, Ilsley Public Library serves Middlebury, Vermont and its surrounding towns with a team of five professional librarians, seven staff members, and many dedicated substitutes, work study students, and volunteers. The library’s staff is its greatest asset, and as such continual professional development is expected and supported. The library’s collection consists of more than 50,000 physical items with an annual circulation of over 130,000 and a total operating budget of over $800,000. It is consistently ranked among the top public libraries in the state for its high program attendance and overall number of visits. Ilsley also administers a branch library, the Sarah Partridge Library, which serves East Middlebury. Ilsley works in close collaboration with Middlebury Community Television, Middlebury College, town government, area schools, and a variety of business and not-for-profit community partners.
 
Salary and Benefits
The established salary range for this position is $22.18/hr – $25.72/hr. This is a full-time union position (40 hrs/wk), and provides a comprehensive benefits package.
 
Application
Please email a cover letter and resume to CGrant@townofmiddlebury.org. We are targeting a desired start date for late January/early February.
 
 
– Posted 11//19/25