Library Director – Wiggin Memorial Library (Stratham, NH)

The Wiggin Memorial Library in Stratham, NH, is seeking a dynamic and talented Library Director with proven management skills and excellent library knowledge to provide leadership in its vibrant community library. Stratham is a town of about 8,000 residents and is located in the Seacoast region of New Hampshire, between Exeter and Portsmouth.

The Library Director is responsible for the management, direction and administration of the Wiggin Memorial Library, including all library services, personnel, policies, outreach, and programs. The ideal candidate is community oriented, forward thinking, comfortable with technology, and has a personable, positive disposition. Additionally, the incumbent has demonstrated success aligning people, process and technology; excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal and customer relationship skills; and is committed to excellent patron service. The Library Director works closely with other town departments as well as the Library Board of Trustees.

The position is an exempt, full-time position with a salary range of $80,000-$100,000, starting salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. An MLS/MLIS or a master’s degree in a field related to management, business, or public administration with at least 5-7 years of experience as a librarian some of which as a managing librarian. The Town of Stratham is an equal opportunity employer.

For further information including a full Job Description, potential candidates are directed to the Municipal Resources, Inc. website at www.mrigov.com/career or to contact Municipal Resources, Inc. at 603-279-0352 ext. 330.

To apply submit a resume and cover letter as a PDF attachment to recruitment@mrigov.com by Monday, October 31^st, 2022, at 8 AM EDT.

– Posted 9/29/22

Interlibrary Loan Specialist – Castleton University’s Calvin Coolidge Library (Castleton VT)

INTERLIBRARY LOAN SPECIALIST
Salary range $30,000 – $35,000

BASIC DESCRIPTION
To supervise the daily operations of interlibrary loan processes for a university library; serve distance students.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree, plus two to four years of relevant library experience, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.

Administrative and office skills; familiarity with integrated automated library systems and management software, OCLC, MS Office suite, and email.
Excellent oral, written, and online communication skills.
Ability to deal effectively with a wide range of library patrons in person and online.
Good administrative, organizational, and supervisory skills.
Excellent analytical/problem solving abilities

For a full description and to apply online, visit Castleton University’s job site.

– Posted 9/29/22

Library Associate – Puksta Library (Claremont, NH)

Join the River Valley Community College (RVCC) team!

RVCC is a student-focused, close-knit college that serves students in western New Hampshire and Vermont. Full-time employees at River Valley Community College have access to a generous and comprehensive employee benefits program which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as retirement plan options, and much more. The Puksta Library is located on the Claremont campus and is close to Hanover, Lake Sunapee, and several ski resorts.

The Library Associate position is customer-oriented and oversees the Library’s day-to-day operations in the absence of the Director. Duties include supervision, staffing the front desk, processing materials, interlibrary loan, coordinating requests for tutoring, and answering technology questions.

Learn more about this position on RVCC’s website- https://www.rivervalley.edu/about/working-at-rvcc/

– Posted 9/29/22

Director – H.F. Brigham Free Library (Bakersfield, VT)

Brief job description:

The H.F. Brigham Free Library is seeking a dynamic, community-oriented individual to be Director of our small rural library. We are looking for someone who has the vision to guide the library into a new chapter with dedication and creativity. This person will administer and coordinate all activities and services of the library.

The library is open 26 hours per week. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Please submit resume, cover letter, and three references by October 9^th, 2022 to Board Chair Nicola Cribb at hfbrigham.library@gmail.com

Full job description:

SUMMARY: The Library Director is responsible for the administration, supervision and coordination of all activities and services of the library, and for carrying out the policies adopted by the Library Board of Trustees. S/he/they acts as the library spokesperson, promoting the use of the library by all members of the community and fostering good working relationships with town government and organizations. The Library Director is expected to positively represent the library within the community, develop programs, develop/manage collections, provide budgeting information, manage volunteers, manage the library facilities, and coordinate with the Board of Trustees.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Service to the community

Develops and maintains services that reflect and respond to the interests and needs of the community, including:

Engage in long-range planning in conjunction with the Board of Trustees
Collaborate with community groups and the local school
Develop procedures for the smooth running of the library
Develop a collection of interesting materials in various formats
Provide reference, interlibrary loan, readers’ advisory, and referral services
Help the public use library materials and technology, including formal and informal training
Develop programs that appeal to a variety of ages and interests
Develop outreach and other services that extend the library’s reach into the community
Oversee the library website and social media accounts
Develop and organize displays and exhibits
Promote and publicize the library’s services and resources
Report any building maintenance and safety problems to the trustees and oversee regular grounds maintenance and minor repairs as needed
Oversee the scheduling and use of the library as meeting space
Attend workshops, classes, and meetings; read professional literature to maintain perspective and keep apprised of developments in the field of librarianship

Support and execution of library policy

Follows policies adopted by the Board of Trustees, makes suggestions for changes as needed, and proposes ideas for the future, including:

Participate in regular trustees meetings
Maintain library policies, pass policy information on to volunteers, and answer the public’s questions about policies
Maintain a close working relationship with town government

Spending budgeted funds

Spends and monitors budgeted funds in a responsible manner, including:

Work with the treasurer to develop an annual budget for adoption by the Board of Trustees
Help the trustees present an annual funding request to the town, and answer questions about library expenses as needed
Develop a system to track expenses throughout the year so that no shortfalls are encountered
Review bills/invoices and pass them along to the treasurer for approval
Receive cash donations, fees, and other funds
Arrange for use of the most cost-effective vendors
Write grant proposals as appropriate
Cooperate with trustees on library fund-raising activities

Supervising and training volunteers

Hires, trains, schedules, and evaluates volunteers, including:

Teach library policy and procedures to volunteers, making sure each understands his/her individual responsibilities
Schedule, organize, encourage, and supervise volunteers
Recruit volunteers as needed
Develop a procedure manual, emergency procedures, and other aids for volunteers

Formal reporting

Provides regular, written reports of library activity for the Board of Trustees, the town, and the state, including:

Collect, report, and analyze library statistics
Prepare monthly written reports for the Board of Trustees
Complete occasional reports, surveys and requests for information from state and federal library agencies and associations
Prepare annual statistical report and standards application for the Department of Libraries

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and experience:

A bachelor’s degree is preferred, and willingness to earn certification as a public librarian in Vermont within five years. Management and supervisory experience preferred. 3-5 years experience working in a library or non-profit organization preferred.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

Must have good people skills.
Must have knowledge of online library catalog and circulation systems, computer systems, website management, Microsoft office, interlibrary loan systems, personal devices (eBook readers, smart phones, mp3 players, laptops, tablets,etc.) fax machines, computer scanners and printers, etc.
Must be willing to increase knowledge of librarianship through workshops, trainings and online webinars.
This position requires repetitive use of a keyboard and other office equipment and sitting at a workstation for an hour or more as necessary.
Work requires occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds and regular lifting of 10 to 15 pounds.

SALARY: This is an 18-20 hour/week position, with the possibility of expanded hours in the future. Salary is commensurate with experience.

– Updated 9/22/22

Circulation Assistant – Aldrich Library (Barre, VT)

Aldrich Public Library is hiring!

Located in Central Vermont, Aldrich Library serves the communities of Barre City and Barre Town at two locations. Our historic Barre City building houses a collection of over 60,000 titles and accommodates over 70,000 visitors annually.

We are currently seeking a friendly and service-oriented Circulation Assistant. The Circulation Assistant works with a team of librarians and the circulation team to connect patrons to literature and information in various mediums. See the attached job description for more information.

This position will work 30 hours per week, including some evenings and rotating Saturdays. Rate of pay will start at $15.90 per hour with additional benefits including paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, and health insurance.

Visit www.aldrichpubliclibrary.org/get-involved for more information, or email resume and cover letter to AldrichDirector@gmail.com.

– Posted 9/8/22

Community Programs Officer – Vermont Humanities (Montpelier, VT)

Here’s a chance to help shape the cultural conversation in Vermont. Use your networking skills, program development experience, and your love for the humanities to create thought-provoking programs at our evolving organization. The Community Program Officer serves as team lead/project manager for programs such as Veterans Book Groups, Literature and Medicine, Speakers Bureau, and public Reading & Discussion groups. They also collaborate with team members and community partners to deliver humanities programming throughout the state. We are committed to using a diversity, equity, inclusion, and access lens to meet our mission and are searching for a person who can creatively and collaboratively generate new programs and ideas to expand this vision.

Salary, benefits, and full job description online at vermonthumanities.org/jobs

– Posted 9/1/22

Library Assistant – Exeter Public Library (Exeter, NH)

Exeter, NH (PT with possibility of FT) Exeter Public Library seeks an individual dedicated to enthusiastically serving people of all ages as a part time Library Assistant. The Library Assistant must be over the age of 18, have a BA or a BS from an accredited college or university, or comparable work experience including a minimum of one (1) year experience working with the public. The Library Assistant must understand and be able to use the Dewey Decimal Classification for shelving and circulation, be able to use a computer and pertinent programs, work at a desk thirty-two (32) to thirty-six (36) inches high, carry armloads of books, and reach all shelves with or without the aide of a stepstool. Night and weekend availability required. Email Library Director Hope Godino at deweyexeter1@comcast.net with resume and cover letter or for further information.

– Posted 9/1/22

Librarian II – Northern Vermont University (Johnson, VT)

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BASIC FUNCTION

To carry out professional library responsibilities including coordinating one or more major library function(s); to participate in development of policies and procedures and library planning activities.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage information literacy and academic research instruction for both online and on-campus course instruction.
Work with other VSC librarians to create digital learning objects, including online research guides and video tutorials.
Work with Director to develop policies and procedures for the on-campus and virtual libraries.
Act as lead in providing reference service for both online, IM chat, and on-campus students. Assess reference service, reviewing reference queries and providing statistical analysis. Train library staff and student workers in reference service skills and library resources.
Liaise with vendors regarding trials, licensing, and technical maintenance.
Database administration, including statistical analysis and technical maintenance.
Maintain LibGuides content management system (CMS) for online research guides in addition to other Springshare products.
Maintain library social media accounts.
Serve on system-wide library committees.
Manage lending programs for the library’s iPads and Kindles.
Plan and arrange library events, including presentations, book talks and displays.
Manage program development and public outreach services
Promote library information and news via cross-campus communications and through NVU-Online.
Library liaison and collection development for various academic departments.
Manage any library grants specific to NVU libraries.
Manage collection and deselection processes for campus libraries.
Related duties as assigned.

Shift: Sundays through Thursdays 10am-6pm

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Functional and partial administrative supervision of one or more employees and approximately ten to twenty student assistants.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Supervision is received from the Library Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program, plus one to three years of progressively responsible experience working in an academic library, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.

Required:

Demonstrated initiative, flexibility, and creativity
Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills

Preferred:

Supervisory experience
Demonstrated understanding of relevant scholarly communication issues (e.g., intellectual property rights and Fair Use)
Experience with web programming, graphic design, and scripting, or a demonstrated ability to learn these skills
Teaching experience

This general outline illustrates the type of work which characterizes the job classification. It is not an all-encompassing statement of the specific duties, responsibilities and qualifications of individual positions assigned to the classification.

– Posted 9/1/22

Library Assistant – Cavendish Fletcher Community Library (Cavendish, VT)

The Cavendish Fletcher Community Library is seeking a part-time Library Assistant who has a love of reading for 18 hours per week.

…Standard Schedule: 12 to 6 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday.

…Extra 2 hours for Everybody Eats Program on Wednesdays from 10 to 12 until expected end of program in March 2023.

…Extra hours to cover librarian’s vacation/sick days.

The Cavendish Library is a unique municipal library that operates as a library for the Town of Cavendish community and a part-time school library for the Cavendish Town Elementary School.

Cavendish is a small rural town with a population of 1,400 located on Route 131 twenty miles from Claremont, New Hampshire, and three miles from Okemo Mountain Resort in Ludlow, Vermont. The Cavendish Town Elementary is a K-6 school with 80 students and is attached to the library.

Responsibilities:

Present a welcoming attitude to all patrons in a non-judgmental and respectful manner.
Assist/advise people on how to locate library materials and how to use the library computers and online resources.
Set up new patrons, check items in and out via computer.
Use of discretion regarding patron privacy.
Process and maintain the library materials.
Organize and reshelve returned items.
Collaborate with librarian in using various social media platforms to promote library activities/programs to the public.
Support librarian and participate in various library events.
Examine material on shelves to verify accuracy of placement.
Identify material in need of repair/replacement.

Other Skills and Experience:

Familiarity with computers (google suite and website maintenance), clerical skills, interpersonal and phone skills, ability to communicate clearly.

Required:

High school diploma.
Background check.

Preferred:

Library experience.
Experience working with children and working in a school environment.

Salary Range:

Hourly Position – $17 per hour. Benefits: Sick Leave

Send Resume to Peggy Svec at cavendishlibrary573@gmail.com

– Posted 8/16/22

Collections Manager – Waterbury Historical Society (Waterbury, VT)

The Waterbury Historical Society seeks a part-time collections manager to catalog and maintain its collection of artifacts, photographs, historical documents, and other items.

The Collections Manager is a contracted employee of the Town of Waterbury at a rate of $20.00 per hour, for a maximum of 20 hours per week.

PRIMARY DUTIES

Oversee the organization, cataloging, and storage of all current and new items in the collection according to industry best practices, under the guidance of the Board of Directors.
Supervise cataloguers, and general volunteers in the record-keeping, organization, and care of the collection.
Collaborate with and advise the Accession/Deaccession Committee to recommend to the Board of Directors items to be accepted or removed from the collection, in keeping with approved policies.
Develop and maintain documentation for deeds of gift, loans of collection items, and hosting of temporary exhibits.
Work closely with the curator to refresh exhibits and provide guided tours on an appointment basis.
Attend monthly board meetings and report to the Board of Directors.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong research, interpretive, and writing skills.
Passion for history and enthusiasm for sharing that history with the community.
Knowledge of and comfort with computer technology for online searches, document creation and management, photographing, scanning, and uploading.
Willingness to learn.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in using PastPerfect or similar digital archival industry standard platform.
Knowledge of Vermont/Waterbury history.

TO APPLY
Submit a letter of interest and resume by email to Cheryl Casey, WHS President, at communitymgr.whs@gmail.com. Applications will be considered until the position is filled.

ABOUT US
Waterbury Historical Society is a non-profit organization and the keeper of the historical archives of the Town of Waterbury, Vermont. WHS also has a modest but growing museum, quarterly programs that draw from our collection of Waterbury history, and an active membership. The museum and programs are free and open to the public.

– Posted 8/5/22