Children’s and Youth Services Librarian – Castleton Free Library (Castleton, VT)

The Castleton Free Library is seeking a vibrant and energetic person to oversee the Children’s and Young Adult collections.

The Children’s and YA Services Librarian is responsible for the development, supervision, and coordination of all library activities and services for children, young adults, and families with young children. They also serve as a library spokesperson and advocate for strengthening youth services, promoting the use of the library by all members of the community, and fostering good working relationships with other organizations, particularly local schools. Other responsibilities include, developing programs, building and managing collections, engaging in community outreach and managing the Children’s area.

A Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) degree and/or Vermont Certificate of Public Librarianship, and 3 or more years of working with children and youth in a library or school setting is strongly preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Candidates without an MLIS degree are expected to complete Vermont Certification within 3 years. Familiarity with Koha Integrated Library Systems and social media platforms is a plus.

This is a part-time, 20-25 hours a week position that includes Saturdays. The hours will be developed in coordination with the successful candidate after assessing the current schedule. Starting rate is $18.00 – $20.00 per hour. Benefits include paid sick time, vacation and holidays. This position is eligible for VMERS retirement. A background check will be required. For a complete job description please visit our website: castletonfreelibrary.org (click on our children’s services tab)

Please send a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references to the Castleton Free Library, PO Box 296, Castleton, Vermont 05735 or via email: cflvermont@gmail.com. The position is open until filled.

The Castleton Free Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer

– Posted 4/4/24

Librarian – George. H. Stowell Free Library (Cornish Flat, NH)

The George H. Stowell Free Library in Cornish, New Hampshire is seeking a librarian. This is a part-time position of 15 hours per-week starting on or after April 15, 2024. Duties involve community engagement, program and collection development, budget management, and staff and volunteer management.

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and managing all aspects of the library in conformity with Trustee policies and state law and regulations. Carries out interlibrary loan procedures for incoming and outgoing library materials using NHAIS. Engages with patrons, staff, and volunteers of different ages and backgrounds. Communicates and advocates for library with the community and elected Town leadership, including the Board of Trustees.

EDUCATION

Required: Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university.
Preferred: MLS/MLIS degree received or in progress

EXPERIENCE

Required: extensive experience using in a library; demonstrated leadership with either employees or volunteers; demonstrated innovation/imagination in project or program development.
Preferred: at least two years’ experience working in a library

REQUIRED SKILLS

Strong public service orientation, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of current resources, programs, and services available to libraries
Management of people and programs
Familiarity with multiple software applications (e.g., Canva, MailChimp, Google suite) and mobile devices (e.g., smartphones, e-readers, tablets)

PREFERRED SKILLS

Ability to configure, use and maintain an Integrated Library System and online catalog (e.g. KOHA).

Applicants should send a letter of interest and a resumé detailing their education, skills, and experience to:
Laura Cousineau, Trustee Chair
lauracousineau@gmail.com AND stowelllibrary@comcast.net

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, and the position will remain open until filled.

– Posted 4/4/24

Head Librarian / Director – Highgate Library and Community Center (Highgate, VT)

HIGHGATE LIBRARY AND COMMUNITY CENTER

is seeking

HEAD LIBRARIAN/DIRECTOR

who will plan, manage, and direct the operations, programs, services, and personnel of the Highgate Library and Community Center. This person will manage employees and volunteers, manage library collections, and maintain responsibility of administrative work. A successful candidate will have knowledge of grant funding opportunities and have a history of successful grant writing.

Duties would include, but not be limited to, directing operations of library programs, providing support to the Trustees, working with Trustees to set short and long-term goals for the library, and working towards their execution, oversee personnel administration, and advocating on behalf of the library and community center.

The candidate must be an effective manager, have strong communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills, and be knowledgeable of the workings of libraries. Should possess a Certificate of Public Librarianship or a degree in Library Sciences or be willing to work towards accreditation. Prefer 5 years of library experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity. Shall have excellent public speaking, written, and oral communication skills. Will recognize the tremendous opportunity underway in Highgate and work to build partnerships, market the operations of the library and community center, while being responsive to community needs.

Pay is commensurate with qualifications and or formal experience.

Please submit resume, cover letter, and references. Cover letter should include interest in the position, relevant qualifications, and experience. Please submit by Thursday, March 28 to: Highgate Town Offices, PO Box 189, Highgate VT 05459 c/o Rebecca Manning or via email to slaroche@highgatevt.org

– Posted 3/12/24

Liaison Librarian – Vermont State University (Johnson, VT)

The Vermont State College System (VSCS Libraries) are seeking a Liaison Librarian based on the Vermont State University (VTSU) campus in Johnson, Vermont. The Liaison Librarians communicate with, support, and educate faculty and students at VTSU and the Community College of Vermont (CCV) in their assigned liaison departments or programs by offering reference, instructional resources, and other services to support teaching, research, course activities, and assignments.

You can learn more about the position and apply at https://recruiting.ultipro.com/VER1019VTSC/JobBoard/55bc16fd-14ac-4ae2-8f5a-b3ec6a142051/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=1fd1825d-7b54-48d9-a699-2dd669b6593b

– Posted 2/15/24

Reference Librarian, Nashua Public Library (NH)

The Nashua Public Library has provided free and equitable access to materials, resources, and entertainment since 1867. The library continues to grow and evolve with the best of 21st-century library programming, technology, and services to meet the community’s needs. Our mission is to enrich our community by being a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment to discover, connect, create, and grow.

Candidate:

The Information Services department at the Nashua Public Library seeks an enthusiastic, organized and customer-focused Reference Librarian to join our six-person team. Our ideal candidate will have successful experience working with marginalized communities, be passionate about collection development, and excited to help close gaps in digital literacy. The Information Services team strives to co-create an inclusive and collaborative culture. We welcome emerging and seasoned professionals to apply.

Responsibilities:

Full time 40-hour union position, includes regular evening and weekend hours. Duties for this position include direct customer service at our Information Services desk, collection development, technology instruction, and providing one-on-one computer and reference support to customers. The person in this position may participate in community engagement opportunities.

Qualifications:

Master’s Degree in Library Science
1 year of work experience in a public library setting is required.
Experience using Microsoft Office software and online research tools and databases is required.
Knowledge of and experience using library eBook and streaming apps is required.
Experience using Symphony or similar ILS is required.
Excellent communication skills and demonstrated aptitude for serving the public.
Experience with interlibrary loans, local history and technology instruction is preferred.
Fluency in a second language is a plus.

Salary: Job Grade 5 – $51,295 – $58,805

Closing date: January 15, 2024

How to Apply: Submit cover letter, application/resume, and three professional references on city website.

– Posted 12/20/23

Learning and Engagement Librarian – Dartmouth Libraries (Hanover, NH)

It is an exciting time to join the Dartmouth Libraries as the Learning & Engagement Librarian. As an integral member of the Teaching & Learning program, you’ll collaborate with colleagues across the organization to champion student success. Enthusiasm, creativity, and a commitment to learner-centered teaching are essential to ensuring undergraduate students acquire the skills they need. Reporting to the Head of Teaching & Learning, the Learning & Engagement Librarian:

equips students with foundational skills in their pre-major years,
develops curricular and extra-curricular learning opportunities,
liaises with Dartmouth’s first-year Writing Program and peer-tutor Writing Center,
creates opportunities for Library staff to refine their teaching skills.

Bring your unique skills, grow them through professional development and engagement, and help us empower students by unlocking their individual potential.

As a potential staff member at Dartmouth Libraries, you will be joining our organization at a pivotal moment. After consulting and collaborating with our academic community, campus partners, and library colleagues, Dartmouth Libraries have a new strategic direction – Research Engine, Powering Knowledge. Grounded in our Purpose and Vision, this strategic framework supports us in achieving our goals and aspirations. Those aspirations are to:

Empower students by unlocking individual potential
Accelerate advanced research
Elevate scholarship with powerful research tools and methods and
Amplify Dartmouth’s impact across the scholarly ecosystem

Interested?

You can learn more about the position and apply at: https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/71504/

Hiring range: $60,800.00 – $76,00.00

Do you have questions?

Contact Laura Barrett, Head of Teaching & Learning, laura.barrett@dartmouth.edu

Review of applications will begin January 2, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.

– Updated 12/18/23

Head Adult Librarian – Kellogg-Hubbard Library (Montpelier, VT)

The Kellogg-Hubbard Library in Montpelier, VT seeks a Head Adult Librarian to help advance our mission of empowering community members to become lifelong learners. While our history dates back to 1895, we strive to be a resilient, inclusive, and innovative library that continually learns and adapts to meet the changing needs of our community. We serve more than 17,000 people across six towns and have tremendous support thanks to the service provided by our exceptional staff. We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and family-friendly environment in which all staff and patrons can thrive and share their gifts. This is an exciting time of growth and opportunity at the Library, and we’d love to have you join us.

The Head Adult Librarian will balance three primary areas of responsibility: overseeing the adult circulation desk scheduling and functions; coordinating library technology; and managing most of the adult collection development. This position works many of their hours on the circulation desk and participates in training new staff, substitutes, pages, and volunteers.

The ideal candidate must have an MLS/MLIS or a Bachelor’s Degree plus Vermont Library Certification, exceptional knowledge of computer troubleshooting, and prior library experience serving a variety of needs. We believe that a safe, welcoming, and accessible space is essential for everyone, and seek a candidate who shares this value and has demonstrated experience working with a wide range of people.

This position requires evening and Saturday hours. The starting pay is $26.83 per hour along with an excellent benefits package. This position is part of the library’s collective bargaining unit. Please see https://www.kellogghubbard.org/employment for the complete job description and benefit summary. The anticipated first day is February 5, 2024.

Application Procedure and Hiring Process:

Please email your cover letter, resume, and three references to applications@kellogghubbard.org. The position is open until filled. Applications will be accepted through January 5, 2024.

– Posted 12/12/23

Youth Librarian – Pettee Memorial Library (Wilmington, VT)

The Pettee Memorial Library of Wilmington, VT seeks a part-time Youth Librarian to fill approximately 18 hours per week at $15-$18/hour.

The ideal candidate will be a positive and energetic member of our team and provide reference, reader’s advisory, and customer service to youth and their caregivers. They will plan and provide a weekly Storytime hour, monthly teen programs, and a variety of other programs that appeal to children and teens. They will seek to collaborate with local schools and community partners, and offer off-site outreach. A full job description is available on the library’s website.

Interested candidates are encouraged to send a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to Kyrra Howard at petteelibrary@gmail.com. Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.

– Posted 11/30/23

Teen Librarian – Morristown Centennial Library (Morrisville, VT)

Are you innovative and team-oriented? Do you love working with teenagers? Morristown Centennial Library is in search of a part-time teen librarian to join our team.

Duties:

Cultivate a robust teen programming calendar;
Collaborate with community organizations and local schools to support youth in the community including outreach to local school districts;
Create book and other displays; develop and maintain the layout and appearance of the young adult area filled with relevant resources;
Greet patrons warmly, interact with the public of all ages; create a safe and welcoming space;
Assist with circulation, fines & fees management, reserves and opening/closing procedures;
Support other staff members and adult volunteers as needed;
Facilitate the work and activities of teen volunteers and teen advisory group;
Develop and maintain content for social media platforms such as Library blogs, Facebook, Tiktok, and Pinterest;
Curate our collection of young adult materials, maintaining a working knowledge of trends in young adult literature; work to engage young adults with the collection in ways that allow them to follow their interests and discover new ones; promote young adult literature on and off-site;
Maintain a working knowledge of library youth services and the profession through webinars, internal training, meetings, conferences, professional literature and organizational memberships;
Serve as a mentor and leader to young adult patrons, cultivating positive relationships with youth while maintaining professional boundaries. Maintain a working knowledge of the educational and developmental needs of youth.

Morristown Centennial Library is a busy, patron-centered library in the heart of Morrisville, VT. We have a thriving youth program and are looking for a creative, positive individual to join us. Must have availability afternoon/evenings and some Saturdays. This is a part-time position. Must have experience working with teens and have demonstrated a strong commitment to public service and the ability to work well with a diverse patronage. Vermont library certification and/or a library degree preferred. Please send resume, cover letter and recommendations to kaber-ferri@centenniallibrary.org.

– Posted 10/20/23

Youth Librarian – Dover Free Library (Dover, VT)

Dover Free Library is seeking a Youth Librarian!

Youth Librarian Job Description
Basic Responsibilities:

Plan, budget, and conduct youth programs on a weekly basis.
Serve as part of the library’s team to assure coordination with library administration and other staff.
Work closely with Library Director to develop goals and objectives for youth services as part of the overall library strategic plan.
Advocate and evaluate services to youth within the community.
Review, develop, and manage children’s and young adult books and materials.
Provide reader’s advisory services to children and young adults.
Publicize youth services and programs.

Basic Requirements:

Broad knowledge of children’s needs, and a genuine caring respect for children.
Attain a broad knowledge of children’s literature.
Ability to plan and carry out all aspects of children’s programming.
Ability and willingness to work with other agencies serving the needs of children in the community.
Creativity, problem-solving skills, and an attention to detail.
Ability to plan, manage, and evaluate services.
Knowledge of basic library services and tools, and a willingness to learn more.
Proficiency in the use of computers and office machines.
Flexibility to adapt to an environment which is changing rapidly,
Must be able to lift 20 pounds.

Position Details:

Position is 20-25 hours per week.
Compensation is $18/hour, plus partial health insurance and other benefits.
Afternoons and some weekends are required.

Apply by sending a letter of interest and resume to Allison Maynard at doverfreelibrarydirector@gmail.com

– Posted 10/20/23