The Petersburgh Public Library, a municipal library serving a population of approximately 1,500 residents
in Eastern Rensselaer County, is accepting applications for the position of Library Director. The Library
Director works under the general direction of the Library Board of Trustees and is responsible for day-to-
day operations of the library.
The Board is seeking a creative and energetic person with administrative experience. Library experience
will be considered a plus. The position requires a two year college degree or equivalent.
This is a part-time position working twenty-six hours per week with a starting salary of $24,000 per
annum. The position will start August 5, 2019.
Please send a cover letter, resume and the names and contact information for three professional
references by the submission deadline of July 8th . Submissions via US mail should be addressed to JOB
SEARCH, Petersburgh Public Library, PO Box 250, Petersburgh, NY 12138. Submissions via email should
be sent to jobsearch@petersburghpubliclibrary.org
[For a detailed job description, go to: www.petersburghpubliclibrary.org]
– Posted June 9, 2019
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Librarian and library assistant jobs in Vermont, border states, and remote
Library Services Coordinator – Moretown Memorial Library (Moretown, VT)
Seeking dependable and enthusiastic book lover to assist in the daily operation of the Moretown Memorial Library. This position helps with circulation, technical services and public services including community programming. Strong computer skills and high school diploma necessary; a college background and previous library experience is helpful. Position is approximately nine hours a week with some required evening hours, and begins in August. If you would like to help create a vibrant resource for our community, please send your resume to moretownlibrary@gmail.com.
– Posted on June 9, 2019
Library Director – Bloomfield Public Libraries (Bloomfield, CT)
Library Director
$90,364 – $139,476
The Town of Bloomfield, CT seeks a dynamic, community-minded Library Director to supervise and
manage operations at the Prosser Public Library (main) and P. Faith McMahon Wintonbury Library
(branch.) The Director maintains a high profile in the community and advocates for the library at all
times. The ideal candidate is highly collaborative, creative, flexible, and organized. Experience with
expansion or building of a new library is desired. Working closely with the Library Board, the Director
develops library policies, monitors library services, develops and manages the budget, supervises staff,
and stays informed about developments in library management. In addition, the Director maintains close
connections with the Friends of the Bloomfield Public Libraries and communicates with and provides
information to Bloomfield officials and staff on a regular basis.
Bloomfield, CT is a culturally diverse town of 20,000 people located just north of Hartford with easy
access to Bradley International Airport, CT Rail and Amtrak and close to Interstates 91 and 84. The
Library employs 13 full time and 20 part time staff. Between the main and branch libraries, there were
140,000 visitors to the library last year. The budget is just over $1.7 M. The library offers a rich array
of programs for patrons of all ages at both libraries.
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Part-time Librarian – Haston Library (Franklin, VT)
The Haston Library, in Franklin, VT, is seeking an energetic and skilled librarian to oversee daily operation of the library.The position will be for up to 26 hours per week.The ideal applicant is dedicated to maintaining our library as a vital component of our community through managing and improving our collection and effectively using information technology, as well as developing, delivering and maintaining community outreach programs for all ages and coordinating those activities with other community groups. Library certification or willingness to work toward certification preferred. Effective communication skills and a good sense of humor are important.The Haston Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please submit cover letter and resume by May 24, 2019 to townoff@franklinvt.net or send to Franklin Town P.O. Box 83, Franklin, VT 05457.
—posted on May 16th, 2019
Library Assistant II – Hartland Public Library (Hartland, VT)
The Hartland Public Library seeks a creative and collaborative person to perform circulation duties, as well as library promotion and publicity. Some responsibilities include: designing flyers and promotional material for programs and events; posting to social media accounts; creating book displays; and assisting patrons at the circulation desk. This position is for 8 hours a week, including one Saturday each month and one evening each week. For a complete job description visit https://www.hartlandlibraryvt.org/employment-opportunities/
To apply, send cover letter and resumé to director@hartlandlibraryvt.org. Deadline to apply is May 15th, 2019.
—posted on May 16th, 2019
Youth Services Librarian – Brown Public Library (Northfield, VT)
The Brown Public Library, located in Northfield, VT, seeks an energetic, collaborative Youth Services Librarian for a 25-30 hour a week position. The Youth Services Librarian provides programming for children, teens and young adults, including weekly story hours, Summer Reading Program, Reading is Fundamental program, and outreach. The youth librarian is also responsible for management of the children’s book collection, assists at the circulation desk and performs other duties as needed.
Requirements: college education; experience working with the public, especially children, teens and young adults; willingness to work towards a VT Library Certificate; computer literacy. Previous library experience preferred. Starting salary range: $16-$18 an hour. To apply, send cover letter and resume to bplibdirector@gmail.com. Application deadline is May 15, 2019.
—posted on April 29th, 2019
Library Assistant II – Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (North Adams, MA)
The Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts seeks a creative, dedicated staff member to join Freel Library’s circulation services team and oversee day-to-day activities in the new Learning Commons (set to open this fall). The Library Assistant II, Library Commons Supervisor, coordinates and promotes activities in the library’s Learning Commons, hires and supervises library and learning commons student employees, acts as a liaison to IT and other LC service partners, and gathers data to inform assessment of the learning commons. As part of the library circulation services team, this position also provides direct services to patrons and helps to maintain general oversight of the library facility. This position is part of the AFSCME bargaining unit. For a fuller description of the position and to apply, please visit https://mcla.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=109266. Deadline for applications is May 5, 2019.
—posted on April 15th, 2019
Library Clerk – Converse Free Library (Lyme, NH)
Converse Free Library in Lyme, New Hampshire, is seeking a friendly, service-oriented, and organized person to be our new Library Clerk! The essential job duties of this position include (but are not limited to):
· performing circulation desk operations
· greeting patrons in a friendly manner, answering telephone and emails in a professional and pleasant manner
· assisting staff with interlibrary loans
· accomplishing collection maintenance tasks (covering and repairing books, etc.)
· shelving and weeding newspapers and magazines; shelving books and other materials in numerical and alphabetical order
· providing general information about library services and the facility
· assisting in opening and closing the library, emptying book drops, updating bulletin boards, photocopying materials, and maintaining publicity materials
The qualifications we are seeking for this position are a high school diploma or the equivalent (required), and/or some college (preferred). Excellent approach to customer service towards patrons of all ages and backgrounds is essential, as is proficiency using a computer. Library experience required.
This is a part-time position, 20 hours per week, including rotating Wednesday-evening and Saturday-morning shifts. The hourly wage starts at $12.00-$12.50 per hour. Benefits include sick time and vacation time. No insurance benefits are included. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone considering a career in public libraries.
A complete job description is available at http://lymenhlibrary.org/library-information-2/about-us/employment-opportunities/library-clerk/. (Please note that the embedded pdf is three pages long.)
Please send resume with letter of interest to:
Judith G. Russell, Library Director
jrussell@lymenhlibrary.org
—posted on April 15th, 2019
Youth Services Assistant – Pope Memorial Library (Danville, VT)
The Pope Memorial Library is seeking a part-time Youth Services Assistant (15 hours per week). Under the supervision of the Library Director, the Youth Services Assistant is responsible for planning and implementing programs for children and young adults at the Pope Library and also responsible for maintaining the youth collection. Will also be required to perform routine library services and duties. See below for a full job description. Interested candidates please send a resume and cover letter to the Pope Memorial Library, PO Box 260, Danville, VT 05828
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Youth Services Coordinator – Moretown Memorial Library (Moretown, VT)
Seeking friendly, dependable and enthusiastic book lover to assist with youth services at the Moretown Memorial Library. This position helps with circulation, technical and public services including programming for youth and their families. Strong computer skills, a willingness to learn, and high school diploma necessary; a college background and previous library experience is helpful. Position is approximately nine hours a week at $12.73 per hour with some required evening hours. If you would like to help create a vibrant resource for our community’s youth, please send letter of interest along with resume to moretownlibrary@gmail.com. Position open until filled.
—posted on April 5th, 2019