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Library Director – Jericho Town Library (Jericho Center, VT)

Jericho Center, Vermont, an idyllic community 15 miles outside of Burlington, is seeking a Library Director for the Jericho Town Library (JTL). The Library Director will be a town employee but will be hired by and responsible to the JTL Board of Trustees. The position is full-time at 38 hours per week and full benefits are included.

Qualifications and skills desired in the ideal candidate include:

  • A four-year college degree, preferably with a focus in Library Sciences or related field or a Certificate in Public Librarianship from the Vermont Department of Libraries (or intent to pursue.
  • At least two years of related experience
  • Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment
  • Knowledge and experience with technology, including library management systems (familiarity with Koha, Clover, and/or Overdrive a plus)
  • Ability to prepare comprehensive monthly/yearly reports and budgets, present ideas clearly and concisely in written and oral form, as well as manage and evaluate library operations
  • Creativity to develop and implement existing and new programs and services to serve our community as a whole
  • Ability to foster, motivate, establish, and maintain effective working relationships with patrons, staff, JTL volunteers, neighboring libraries, community groups, Town government, and the Board of Trustees
  • Ability to promote the use of the library by all members of the community and act as the library spokesperson in person and via social media
  • Ability to organize job responsibilities and work independently

Flexibility, creativity, energy and excellent interpersonal skills are a must. The Library Director is responsible for the administration, supervision and coordination of all activities of the library, establishing it as an integral part of the community, as well as carrying out the Policies adopted by the Library Board of Trustees.

Current salary is $29/hr at 38 hr a week.

Please note that Jericho Town Library is a historic building built in the 1820s that has not yet been brought up to modern accessibility standards. Accessibility is a priority of the Library Board of Trustees. As it stands now, the ability to walk up stairs and move freely around the somewhat crowded space is a requirement for this position.

Please send a cover letter and a formal resume, along with three references to: lindseyhalman@gmail.com  by June 5th, 2026. Interviews will be scheduled with qualified candidates.

– Posted 5/20/26

Assistant Librarian – Quechee and Wilder Libraries (Hartford, VT)

Job Title: Assistant Librarian
Organization: Quechee and Wilder Libraries
Location: Hartford, Vermont
Employment Type: Hourly 30 Hours/Week
Reports To: Library Director

Salary Range: $26 – $30 hourly (commensurate with experience and qualifications) There will be an annual salary review and performance evaluation.

Benefits: 11 paid holidays, two weeks paid vacation after six months of employment, sick/personal leave days in accordance with library policy, other benefits to be discussed.

Position Summary

The Assistant Librarian serves to assist the Director in providing day-to-day management of library services at Quechee and Wilder Libraries. We are seeking someone with a passion for public service and for the role of public libraries as community hubs, centers of learning, and transformative institutions. This position works closely with library staff, the Board of Trustees and the Towns of Quechee and Wilder to ensure the library remains a vital, welcoming, and responsive resource for the community.  This is a position for a generalist, but if you have niche areas of interest or expertise, we want to hear about them!  For example, are you the rare individual who loves technical services?  Providing programming to young adults? Collecting manga? Designing promotional materials? What part of library services are you most passionate about?

Key Responsibilities

  • Provides direct support to library users, including reference, circulation desk coverage and technology support, at both the Quechee and Wilder libraries
  • Assists with the provision of all-ages library programming and special events
  • Assumes responsibility for local and statewide interlibrary loan services
  • Assists with processing and copy-cataloguing of new library materials
  • Supports the production of marketing materials for the library, and participates in  website maintenance, social media and other events and services promotional campaigns.
  • As appropriate, serves as liaison to the library Trustees, Friends and other community organizations

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree required; MLIS or Vermont Certificate in Public Librarianship strongly preferred.
  • At least one year of experience working in a library providing standard library services and programming for adults, children and young adults.
  • Demonstrated equivalent experience and/or training will be considered.
  • Comfortable with basic ILS functions and professional practices, including cataloging, ILL and circulation functions
  • Basic understanding of/experience with standards aligned copy cataloging
  • Knowledge of a wide range of children’s and adult literature, resources and reference materials.
  • Successful in cultivating positive, collaborative working relationships with co-workers, volunteers, and a diverse patron base as part of a coordinated team.
  • Available some regular evening and weekend hours (roughly 1-2 Saturdays per month)
  • Ability to travel between the Quechee and Wilder Libraries

Desired Qualifications

  • Previous experience with Koha library software
  • Previous experience with WordPress or a desire to learn
  • Knowledge of Interlibrary loan protocols and procedures
  • Basic graphic design experience

To apply

Please send a resume and a cover letter by Friday, June 5, to director@quecheelibrary.org  with cover letter and contact info for three professional references, addressed to the Search Committee.

– Posted 5/20/26

Youth Services Librarian – Deborah Rawson Memorial Library (Jericho VT)

Hours: 40 hours/week (with some evenings/weekends)
Pay: $20–$25/hour based on experience
Benefits: Health/Dental, State of Vermont Municipal Employees Retirement

About the Library

Serving Jericho and Underhill, the Deborah Rawson Memorial Library is a vibrant community hub located next to a middle school and multiple preschools. We are currently navigating an exciting expansion project and capital campaign to better serve our patrons.

Position Summary

We are seeking a creative, organized, and enthusiastic Youth Services Librarian. You will lead programming and collection development for children and teens, fostering a joy for learning through a wide range of programs, “messy” play, and curated resources.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Collection Management: Build and maintain a diverse, high-quality collection of traditional and non-traditional materials; manage weeding and placement.
  • Programming & Outreach: Design and lead summer, after-school, and weekend events. Maintain and grow partnerships with local schools, community groups, and childcare providers.
  • Communications: Create timely promotional content for social media, newsletters, and flyers.
  • Administration: Manage the youth budget and grants; track attendance for monthly board reports; participate in policy development.
  • Operations: Assist with daily library tasks, including weekly circulation desk shifts and acting as supervisor in the Director’s absence.

Knowledge & Skills

  • Youth-Centric: Deep knowledge of children’s literature and current library trends.
  • Communicator: Excellent writing and design skills for diverse audiences.
  • Adaptable: Comfortable working independently or as a team player.
  • Tech-Savvy: Proficient in standard library software and social media platforms. STEM or animation experience a plus.

Education & Experience

  • Required: BA/BS in a related field, at least 2+ years of library experience, and experience working with youth.
  • Certification: Vermont Certificate of Public Librarianship (or willingness to obtain).
  • Preferred: MLIS from an ALA-accredited program.

To apply please send your resume, a cover letter and 3 references to director@drml.org by May 30th.

– Posted 5/20/26

Library Director – Calef Memorial Library (Washington, VT)

The Calef Memorial Library is seeking candidates for Library Director.

The Library Director is the administrator in charge of the day-to-day operations of this small rural library.

Duties and areas of responsibility include:

  • Collection development and weeding
  • Reference
  • Cataloging
  • Technology management
  • Website administration
  • Planning and implementing programs and resources to meet patron and community needs
  • Data collection and reporting
  • Managing and training library staff, substitutes and volunteers

The library is currently open 24 hours per week. The director could work those hours or be somewhat flexible with an assistant available to fill in for him/her.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • An MLS or Public Library Certification, or working toward the same
  • Acceptable background check
  • Availability during library’s regular operating hours
  • Familiarity with Koha ILS

The Calef Memorial Library is a town-funded library. The historic building was erected in 1919 and recently renovated to be ADA compliant. The director must have excellent communication skills and a high degree of computer literacy.

The hourly wage is dependent upon qualifications and experience. Please submit a cover letter, resume and at least 3 references to dupreya@myfairpoint.net.

– Posted 5/2/26

Info Management Technician – Land Use Review Board (Essex Junction, VT)

Title: LURB Info Management Technician – Temporary/Limited Service
Application Deadline Date: 04/28/2026
Req ID: 54550
Department: Land Use Review Board
Location: Essex Jct, VT, US
Position Type: Temporary
Schedule Type: Part-Time
Minimum Salary: $24.59
Maximum Salary: N/A

Overview
The Land Use Review Board (LURB) is seeking an organized and dependable person to fill an Information Management Technician position in our Essex Junction Office. This position involves administrative and technical work executing and delivering record-keeping requirements for records, data, and information creation. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical, communication and collaboration skills.

This position will assist in special projects to continually improve management and governance of public records and information for the LURB. Primarily, this position will be integral in an ongoing digitization project where specific job duties will include file organization, maintaining inventory lists, updating databases, identifying exempt records and maintaining document chain of custody.

The LURB Information Management Technician:

  • Implements records management solutions to support operations, including a key role in an ongoing digitization project.
  • Recommends, plans, installs, reviews and refines records management processes and practices.
  • Maintains databases, tracking systems and file management sites.
  • Provides administrative and technical support to LURB staff on records management processes and practices.
  • Serves as an records liaison.

For a full job description of this job specification, please see Land Use Review Board Information Management Technician/Job Code 002710.

Who May Apply
This position, LURB Info Management Technician – Temporary/Limited Service (Job Requisition #54550), is open to all State employees and external applicants. This is a temporary position. Temporary work is typically for variable hours, and is not expected to be full-time. The State does not guarantee 40 hours of work per week.  It is a Limited Service position, which is non-tenured and authorized for a specific period of time. Limited Service positions are established for specially funded projects or programs.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Rachel.Lomonaco@verrmont.gov.

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

Environmental Factors
Duties are performed primarily in a standard office setting, with some travel required to field locations.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in areas such as archival or library science, information science, or business administration.

OR

Associates degree in areas such as business, information, or library sciences AND two (2) years or more of work experience in data analysis, information science, or records management.

OR

High School diploma AND six (6) years or more of work experience in data analysis, information science, or records management.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience in Microsoft Excel using data validation, advanced formulas and functions, and Power Query; and creating Pivot Tables, Pivot Charts, and Dashboard Charts.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status.  The State’s employment decisions are merit-based.  Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.

Apply online at: https://careers.vermont.gov/
Application deadline: April 28, 2026

– Posted 4/23/26

Library Director – Jaffrey Public Library (Jaffrey, NH)

The Jaffrey Public Library Board of Trustees seeks a forward-thinking, experienced Library Director to lead a vibrant and historic library, in beautiful Jaffrey, New Hampshire, home to Mount Monadnock.
 
The Jaffrey Public Library serves the resident populations of Jaffrey and Sharon and the regional populations of Rindge and Marlborough, as a central library in the Monadnock Regional Library Consortium.  The library serves as a center for lifelong learning and innovative programming, within a collaborative and inclusive work culture.
 
The ideal candidate will have a high level of emotional intelligence, as well as experience working with outside community organizations, grant writing and implementation, mentoring and managing staff, and managing budgets.
 
This full-time (40 hrs.), exempt, salaried position requires a Master’s degree in Library & Information Science from an ALA accredited program and a minimum of three years of administrative and management experience in a public library setting.
 
Salary range $79,000 – $85,000 DOQ, with a full benefits package.  For a full list of responsibilities, required knowledge, skills, and abilities, see the job description at https://www.townofjaffrey.com/242/Employment-Opportunities.
 
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to the Jaffrey Public Library Board of Trustees at secretary@jaffreypubliclibrary.org.  Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.  Priority consideration will be given to applications received by May 1, 2026.  Position open until filled.
 
– Posted 4/16/26

Youth Services Librarian – Waterbury Public Library (Waterbury, VT)

Youth Services Librarian
35-37.5 hours per week; full benefits; $25.00/hr
 
About the Library
The Waterbury Public Library (WPL) is a vibrant hub of community life. This 5,000 sq. ft. library provides a pleasant, airy and light-filled space for patrons and staff alike. WPL provides access to books, information, computers, programs and events for all ages, and educational opportunities for a wide variety of patrons. Our space provides places for people to connect, learn, browse and meet. The Library is overseen by a Board of 5 elected Commissioners, and is a department within the Town of Waterbury municipal government. WPL has an active Friends group, loyal volunteers, an engaged Commission, and a very supportive community. There are three full time and four part time staff.
 
The Position
We are seeking an experienced, creative, forward-thinking and organized person to maintain a safe an inviting space for the youth of Waterbury. The successful candidate must have the skills and enthusiasm to engage with families, children and teens with warmth, good humor and knowledge of child development needs. This position is 35-37.5 hours per week with a full array of benefits.
 
Our Ideal Candidate
  • Bachelor’s Degree required; MLIS or Vermont Certificate in Public Librarianship strongly preferred.
  • At least two years of experience working in a library providing programming and services for children and/or young adults.
  • Broad knowledge of a wide range of children’s and young adult literature.
  • Passion for the role of public libraries as community hubs, centers of learning, and transformative institutions.
  • Technologically capable. Basic graphic design experience preferred.
  • Strong social media skills (e.g., Facebook, Instagram) and virtual communication tools (e.g., Zoom).
  • Broad knowledge of the current youth landscape and trends, child development, early literacy best practices, and education standards.
  • Passion for working closely with children, teens, and their caregivers with imagination and enthusiasm.
  • Successful in cultivating positive, collaborative working relationships with co-workers, patrons, and volunteers as part of a coordinated team.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Capacity to multi-task and prioritize competing demands while remaining calm, positive, and detail-oriented.
  • Regular evening and weekend hours generally include one evening per week and one Saturday per month.
To Apply
To apply for this position, please send an email including a cover letter, resume or CV, and three professional references to Carolyn Picazio, Library Director, at carolyn@waterburypubliclibrary.com.
 
For the full job description see waterburypubliclibrary.com
 
– Posted 4/16/26

Library Director, Maclure Library (Pittsford, VT)

The Maclure Library is seeking a dynamic, community-minded leader to serve as its next full-time Library Director. The Maclure Library goes back to 1796, when the first Pittsford Librarian Association was formed. This makes our community library one of the oldest library organizations in the state. Our Library is a treasured asset, a cultural and informational hub for residents of Pittsford.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operations: Oversee collection development, library technology, creative programming and facilities maintenance
  • Leadership: Supervise, hire and mentor a dedicated team of staff and volunteers. Expand and strengthen the library’s volunteer program.
  • Strategy & Finance: Partner with the Board of Trustees on long-range planning, budget preparation. Seek and secure grants for programming and capital projects; support the Board’s fundraising efforts.
  • Direct Service: Maintain a presence on the floor, including weekly hours at the circulation desk and attendance at meetings as needed.
  • Community Engagement: Act as the face of the library, fostering partnerships, and managing public outreach including newsletters and social media.

Qualifications

  • Education: A degree in library science. Candidates without a degree in library science must be willing to complete the Certificate of Public Librarianship program offered by the Vermont Department of Libraries training/certification within 5 years of hire.
  • Experience: Minimum 5 years of library experience, including 2+ years in a supervisory/management role.
  • Technical Skills; Proficiency with automated library systems, computer networks and electronic resources.
  • Soft Skills: Exceptional organizational ability, strong verbal and written communication skills. Self motivated and able to design and implement programs and events that enrich and strengthen our community. Ability to work in conjunction with the Board of Trustees

Compensation and Benefits

  • Salary : $22.00 – 27.00 per hour, negotiable, and commensurate with experience.
  • Benefits: Paid holidays and paid time off.

To Apply:

Interested candidates should submit the following materials via email  manager@pittsfordvermont.com with the subject line:“Library Director Application”:

  1. A cover letter detailing your leadership philosophy and interest in the Pittsford community.
  2. A current resume
  3. Contact information for three professional references, one to include someone you supervised.

Application Deadline:  April 20,2026

– Posted 4/11/26

Library Consultant, Library Operations – Vermont Department of Libraries (Barre, VT)

The Vermont Department of Libraries (VTLIB) is seeking an innovative librarian for the role of Library Consultant for Library Operations. Ideal candidates are collaborative, committed to continuous learning, and adept with technology. This role involves providing consulting, instruction, and developing resources for the Department, alongside offering statewide leadership focused on library operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Offer consulting and professional development for staff and trustees of larger public libraries on topics such as municipal and non-profit operations, facilities management, budgeting, strategic planning, community relations, and library boards.
  • Facilitate meetings for larger public libraries, Facilities Roundtable, county directors, and various library networking groups as needed.
  • Lead the development of sample policies for libraries.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert, managing training and resources in:
    • Human Resources
    • Facilities management/space planning
    • Library safety
    • Strategic planning
    • Policy development
    • Library-related grants

The Library Consultant for Library Operations collaborates with a team of Department consultants to address the diverse needs of Vermont libraries and reports to the Assistant State Librarian for Library Advancement.

This is an excellent opportunity to support Vermont Libraries in building a strong and sustainable future!

Application Deadline Date: 04/21/2026
Department: Libraries
Location: Barre, VT, US
Position Type: Permanent
Schedule Type: Full Time
Minimum Salary: $32.87
Maximum Salary: $51.52

Apply online at: https://careers.vermont.gov/job/Barre-Library-Consultant-Library-Operations-VT-05641/1380142400/

– Posted 4/8/26

Library Assistant – Ilsley Public Library (Middlebury, VT)

Description
Ilsley Public Library is searching for our next Library Assistant I. This position has extensive opportunity to interact with the public and carries out a range of library circulation duties, including checking books in and out, light reference and tech support, and readers’ advisory. While the position will take shifts at both the adult and youth circulation desks it will be primarily based in the youth department, and we are seeking candidates with experience in youth librarianship, children’s literacy, or early childhood education. An interest in maintaining the Children’s Room craft table is desirable.
 
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 pay period week, including every other 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, eight 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 $18.98/hr. This is a non-union, regular part-time position of 40 hours per pay period (roughly 20 hours per week).
 
Application
Please email a cover letter and resume to CGrant@townofmiddlebury.org. We are targeting a desired start date for late May or early June.
 
 
– Posted 4/5/26