Adult Services and Program Librarian – Bixby Memorial Free Library (Vergennes, VT)

POSITION DETAILS: The Adult Services and Program Librarian is a full-time position that plans, develops, implements, and evaluates library programs and services for adults in consultation with the library director. The adult services coordinator is responsible for all adult collection development. This position is also responsible for website maintenance and contributes to outreach, including social media and the monthly newsletter.

REPORTS TO: Library Director

SALARY: $22-24/hour, dependent on experience

BENEFITS:

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Retirement
Paid Time Off

HOURS:

40 hours weekly with Tues-Sat hours set

11am-7pm Tuesday and Thursday
10am-6pm Wednesday
9am-3pm Friday and Saturday
4 hours of either work from home or at the library any day of the week

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree and one to three years library or planning experience
MLIS or VT library certification or willingness to pursue certification preferred
Demonstrates the ability to manage varied sized groups of up to 100 community members
Website maintenance; WordPress preferred
Experience with graphic design; Canva preferred

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Plans, organizes, leads, and supervises innovative and diverse library programs, workshops, and displays inside and outside the library setting, including virtual programming
Coordinates programs to work into library initiatives, departmental objectives, and community events
Along with the library director, promotes public awareness of the library by building and maintaining relationships and partnerships with local organizations, businesses, and other related agencies
Coordinates library services to specific target populations including adult current and potential patrons, residential home residents, and underserved communities
Presents monthly reports to the library director in a timely manner
Works directly with potential program presenters/performers and stays within budget limits
Actively promotes library services, materials, and programs to patrons
Buys and processes adult materials in accordance with the budget and community interests
Provides assistance in the operations of the circulation desk including answering phones, assisting patrons with general questions and hold requests, and overall support to ensure patrons’ needs are met
Assists with social media and development of monthly newsletter
Assists director with grant administration that pertains to adult services
Maintains website
Manages cataloging functions and the library’s integrated library system (Verso)
Assists with annual spring fundraiser
Assists in training new staff and volunteers

SKILLS:

Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to work with library patrons and staff in a consistently friendly and efficient manner
Ability to work effectively as part of a team as well as independently
Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and decision-making skills
Competency in using computers, office applications, and library-related software
Ability to prioritize work activities

To apply for this position, please email your resume and cover letter to jennifer.pearson@bixbylibrary.org

– Posted 5/26/26

Adult Services Librarian, Enfield Public Library (Enfield, NH)

Job Summary: Reporting to the Library Director, the Adult Services Librarian’s responsibilities include adult program planning and promotion, collection development, cataloging, and readers advisory. Additional areas of focus include management and promotion of the library’s online resources, providing technology support in an instructional setting and one-on-one with patrons, outreach to community organizations, and assisting with other technology initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Continuous intellectual curiosity and self-initiated efforts to stay knowledgeable about library resources, services, and practices.
Knowledge of Integrated Library Systems (ILS) including KOHA, Aspen, Overdrive, Hoopla, Kanopy.
Desire to work in a busy, team-oriented collaborative environment.

Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Library Sciences from an ALA-accredited school. An enjoyment for working at a library serving a close-knit community. The desire to be an integral part of a team that is striving to tailor library services to the community’s needs. The ideal candidate is flexible, positive, creative, patient, and technologically savvy and is committed to excellent patron service.

Duties:

ADULT COLLECTION:

Selects adult material for purchase.
Catalogs purchased materials.
Manages integrity and quality of adult collections and materials.
Maintains reading shelves, creates library promotional materials, and makes book displays.
Systematically weeding of the collection.

PROGRAMMING:

Develops both active and passive programming and library opportunities for adults. This might require the use of online platforms.
Develops and implement the Adult Summer Reading Program
Promotes programs and events by posting them on social media outlets, town listserv, and town newsletter.

LIBRARY/COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT:

Acts as the liaison to community organizations to actively promote library services and develop working community collaborations.
Website design and management.
Recommendation and implementation of new digital offerings, such as Wowbrary and Library Speaker’s Consortium

GENERAL DUTIES:

Performs circulation desk duties including answering calls, preparing requests for curbside pickup, assistance with copier, etc.
Trains staff and the public on new library technologies, online resources, and ongoing individual technology instruction for patrons.
Grant writing

Accepts other duties and assignments as requested by the Library Director.

Hiring Wage Range:
$25.00-$27.00/hour based on experience, Full-time with regular evening and occasional weekend hours required.

Benefits:
Full benefits package including medical and dental, paid sick and vacation, and paid holidays.

To apply: Please send a resume and cover letter and three references via email to librarydirector@enfield.nh.us or mail to PO Box 1030, Enfield, NH 03748. The position will be open until it is filled. The selected individual will be offered conditional employment subject to successful completion of criminal background check.

The Town of Enfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider.

– Posted 6/6/25

Adult Services Specialist – South Burlington Public Library (South Burlington, VT)

The South Burlington Public Library is hiring an Adult Specialist. This person will have a big hand in library programs — including our annual concert series and a book group — for adults of all ages, as well as desk and collections responsibilities. Are you friendly? Do you enjoy serving individuals of all shapes, races, origins, abilities, languages, and backgrounds? Join our supportive staff in serving our wonderful community! The Library started as a community library at the high school, then relocated temporarily to the University Mall, before moving into the current building in 2021as the cornerstone of a new downtown. The building also houses City Hall and a Senior Center. This is a full-time (40-hour) benefited, union position, accepting applications now through June 10, 2025.

For a full job description and to apply online, visit: City of South Burlington Employment Opportunities

– Posted 5/28/25

Assistant Director / Adult Service Librarian – Stowe Free Library (Stowe, VT)

The Stowe Free Library is seeking to hire a full-time Assistant Director/Adult Services Librarian who is dedicated, friendly, and customer service oriented with exceptional attention to detail.

To Welcome…To Inspire…To Enrich the Mind – The Stowe Free Library is a beautiful mid-19th century building with a 21st century attitude proudly serving the Stowe community with engaging library programming for all ages. The Library is dedicated to promoting literacy and lifelong learning; bridging the digital divide; and offering the opportunity for everyone in our community to feel welcomed, explore personal growth, and indulge in the love of reading

The Assistant Director plans, develops and provides adult library programming as well as assists the Director with goal setting, library planning and collection development, as well as supports overall library operations.

The individual selected will have demonstrated administrative skills managing library functions through its vision, goals and strategic plan. They will have budgeting and supervisory experience as well as advanced technology skills. The Assistant Director/Adult Services Librarian will contribute to a safe, respectful and collaborative team culture through positive role modeling and strong communications skills.

A master’s degree in library science or related field, with three years of experience in library operations, budgeting and employee supervision is preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Pay range is $26.72-$30.06, dependent upon experience. Includes evening shifts with occasional weekend shifts as well. The Town of Stowe currently offers an excellent benefit package including health and dental insurance, paid leave, a generously matched retirement plan, life insurance and more.

If you have a passion to Welcome, Inspire and Enrich the mind, please do not hesitate to apply.

Job description and employment application can be obtained at: www.townofstowevt.org. Submit application, letter of interest, resume, references, and salary requirements to: Town of Stowe, c/o HR Director, PO Box 730, Stowe, VT 05672 or by email recruit@stowevt.gov. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The Town of Stowe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

– Posted 1/18/23