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Overdues: Run overdue list weekly, outreach to patrons following established overdue procedures
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Holds: Run holds in KOHA daily at the start of shift. Ensure that patrons are receiving books they have requested.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Answer the phone and respond to phone messages promptly
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Schedule Community Room
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Shelve materials accurately
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Shelf read
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Maintain cleanliness and order in the library
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Follow opening and closing procedures
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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/
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).
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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
Adult Programming and Circulation – Ilsley Public Library (Middlebury, VT)
Director of Collection Management Services – University of Vermont (Burlington, VT)
The University of Vermont (UVM) Libraries seeks a director of Collection Management Services (CMS). This position reports to the dean of libraries and supervises twelve people, including three direct reports: the heads of cataloging and metadata, collection development and analysis, and acquisitions and electronic resources management. The director of CMS works closely with other library directors, the Faculty Library Advisory Committee, and subject liaisons residing in the UVM Libraries’ three buildings: Howe Library, the Dana Health Sciences Library, and the Silver Special Collections Library.
Library Assistant – Youth and Young Adult Services – Brownell Library (Essex Junction, VT)
Brownell Library seeks a friendly and organized individual for our Library Assistant – Youth and Young Adult Services position. The person in this position plans, implements, promotes, conducts, and evaluates programs for youth and young adults, including collaborations with other community entities, and works directly with patrons at the public service desk, performing all circulation functions, and offering reference and readers’ advisory help. This is a part-time position (an average of 24 hours weekly) with benefits. The schedule includes two evenings a week and Saturday hours every other week. A bachelor’s degree with experience working with youth, particularly teens and tweens, and managing projects is essential. Must be able to work independently while also communicating, collaborating, and balancing the needs of the youth team. The hiring committee will start reviewing applications on November 17, 2025, with a start date in early January 2026.
Wage: $20.65 per hour
Benefits: This part-time position offers prorated paid time off benefits, including vacation, holidays, sick leave, and personal time, based on the employee’s regular scheduled work hours.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
- Plan, implement, promote, conduct, and evaluate youth and young adult programs, including collaborations and outreach with other City departments, community schools, area organizations, community groups, and community members. Write press releases; arrange for other publicity; select needed materials and work with Youth Services Librarian to order; operate needed equipment; make all necessary arrangements.
- Recruit and supervise teen volunteers, creating opportunities for ongoing programs and long-term projects and providing mentoring opportunities for young adults. Develop and supervise a teen/tween advisory board.
- Stay current on youth and young adult media trends and utilize various relevant and appropriate techniques (e.g., book talking, book lists, discussion groups, digital communications, etc.) to encourage youth and young adult use of library resources and materials.
- Work directly with patrons at the public service desk, performing all circulation functions and offering reference and readers’ advisory help. When covering the desk alone, follow procedures for opening or closing the library.
- Contribute to a professional and customer-oriented youth department by creating thematic displays in the Young Adult Area, helping to maintain the orderliness of the youth department space, and keeping materials in order.
- Proactively assist and instruct patrons or groups in using youth library services and resources, including the automated catalog and other library software, digital library resources, the internet, and other emerging technologies.
- Interpret and apply library policies and procedures to the public in a customer-friendly manner, ensuring a safe environment.
- Monitor behavior in the library, documenting incidents and informing staff of behavior issues.
- Demonstrate effective interpersonal relations with young adults, stay apprised of trends and developments in the field of young adult services, advocate for programs and services that meet the developmental needs of youth and young adults, and foster community.
- Stay current in technologies related to library services for youth and teens and seek new ways to utilize the best technological developments in the youth department.
- Assist the Youth Services Librarian as needed.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Assist with supervision of Shelving Assistants and library substitutes when alone at the youth desk.
- Assist with supervising and training adult and teen volunteers in the youth department.
Qualifications
- Ability to plan and implement projects independently while communicating with and balancing the team’s needs.
- Ability to organize and self-direct work responsibly.
- Ability to deal effectively with youth library patrons, especially children from preschool through high school and their caregivers, as well as a variety of outside individuals, such as staff of local schools, performing artists, other youth librarians, and community groups.
- Ability to stay current in technologies required to perform work duties.
- Responsive to change and demonstrates adaptability.
- Ability to assess volatile or potentially dangerous situations with patrons and exercise judgment while following library procedures for the safety of staff and patrons.
- Ability to establish rapport and deal courteously and efficiently with various individuals, working effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies.
- Ability to use discretion in managing confidential information.
- Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor.
- Work professionally with people from various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and others.
Director of Medical and Health Sciences Libraries – Dartmouth Libraries (Hanover, NH)
The Geisel School of Medicine and Dartmouth Libraries are seeking an experienced, collaborative, and visionary leader to serve as their Director of Medical and Health Sciences Libraries. One of the nation’s oldest medical schools, Geisel’s mission to address the world’s health problems through research and discovery, the evaluation and improvement of systems of healthcare, and the education of the best future physicians and scientists drives its strategic priorities for the benefit of healthier communities locally and globally. The Medical and Health Sciences Libraries play a critical role in advancing innovation and excellence in medical education, health sciences research, and clinical care—supporting faculty, researchers, students, clinicians, and the wider community.
Joining a highly skilled and dedicated team, a strong network of library colleagues, and collaborative partners across Geisel leadership, your vision and experience will guide the strategic development and integration of medical and health sciences information and services into the academic and clinical mission of Geisel and the Dartmouth Health system in the years ahead.
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.
Learn more and apply online at: https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/83307/
– Posted 10/14/25
Web & Electronic Resources Librarian – Kreitzberg Library (Northfield, VT)
- Implement and administer the library’s electronic resources management (ERM) system.
- Provides leadership for the library’s web presence and manages all web content in library’s CMS.
- Serves as primary vendor liaison for contract compliance and service issues with all library electronic resources partners. Negotiates licensing and service agreements with e-resource providers and technology vendors.
- Coordinates the life cycle (evaluation, acquisition, administration, and support) of electronic resources.
- Works collaboratively with library and Information Technology Services staff to establish and maintain access to electronic resources and troubleshoot access problems.
- Supports the Head of LAM Systems & Digital services in the implementation, maintenance, development, and enhancement of library systems, including OCLC WorldShare Management Services, WorldCat Discovery, OCLC Link Resolver, EZProxy, LibGuides, and more.
- Participates in core librarian responsibilities including research support, information literacy instruction, and collection development.
- Participates as a core member of the in-person and online reference and research consultation programs at the LAM.
- Contributes to library planning and policy development.
- Performs other tasks as assigned by supervisor.
- Maintains confidentiality of sensitive or private information, especially student and health information protected by federal, state, and local laws including FERPA.
- Communicates with employees, students, and others in a respectful and clear manner.
- Serves on University committees, councils, workgroups, or other designated bodies as assigned.
- Achieves, maintains proficiency in, and utilizes computers, telephones, and other job-related equipment, including related systems and software.
- Speaks, reads, and writes in English.
- Communicates by telephone, email, letter, in person, or other means or device.
- Performs other tasks as assigned by supervisor
- Master’s degree in library and/or information science from ALA-accredited institution.
- Experience or interest in applying principles of user experience design and digital accessibility. Demonstrated knowledge of the e-resource publishing environment and scholarly communications. Experience working with e-resources tools including OpenURL resolvers, proxy systems, knowledge base, ERM systems, and digital repository platforms preferred.
- Familiarity with current and emerging technologies in digital and web-based library services.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and to work cooperatively with others.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams, and Outlook)
- Able to sit, squat, reach, push, pull, and manipulate related equipment; lift 25 pounds; travel outdoors to various parts of the campus.
- Work some evening or weekend hours.
- Indoor work at a computer workstation.
- Low level of exposure to noise, dust, fumes, vibrations, and temperature changes.