Reference & Teaching Resources Librarian – Community College of Vermont (Flexible location within CCV centers)

The Community College of Vermont seeks an innovative, flexible, and collaborative professional for the position of Reference and Teaching Resources Librarian. As a member of VSCS Library team, this position serves the reference and instruction needs of CCV students and faculty, and partners with the librarians and library staff from Vermont State University as well as the Chancellor’s office in providing comprehensive library services to both college communities.

The Reference & Teaching Resources Librarian plays a key role in supporting the college’s efforts to promote alternatives to high-cost instructional materials and use of innovative teaching resources, including Open Educational Resources, eReserves, and library-licensed databases and streaming media.

In providing online services and remote access to library resources, CCV librarians work outside of a traditional library setting. The location is flexible within CCV centers.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Reference & Teaching Resources librarian provides reference services to faculty and students, develops and curates content for the library in a liaison structure, partners with relevant college departments to enhance online instruction and use of open educational resources, provides robust information literacy curricular integration, and helps faculty promote lifelong learning and 21^st century career skills.

Essential Functions:

Provide leadership and collaborate in the planning, coordination, and delivery of the library’s information literacy education and outreach activities.
Provide faculty outreach related to instructional materials and manage information literacy and academic research instruction and consultations online and virtually.
Lead project work with other VSCS librarians to create digital learning objects, including online research guides and video tutorials, and assist faculty in adapting and embedding these instructional tools in Canvas, the learning management system.
Work with VSCS Library Director to develop and maintain effective policies and procedures for virtual reference and instruction.
Provide reference service and research support to remote students and faculty via live chat and email.
Serve as a subject matter expert in the navigation and maintenance of LibGuides content management system (CMS) for online research guides in addition to other Springshare products.
Contribute to the creation of information literacy and library instructional content, across a number of platforms.
Collaborate with other librarians on future e-reserves initiatives and faculty outreach related to instructional materials, including maintenance of guides dedicated to Open Educational Resources and Textbook Alternatives.
Serve on system-wide library committees. Serve as a liaison to CCV Curricular Committees and contribute to collection development efforts in assigned subject areas.
Support course development initiatives, in collaboration with faculty, curricular committees, and other VSC stakeholders.
Conduct and facilitate faculty professional development in use of open-access educational resources in teaching and learning.
Assist faculty in finding and incorporating library resources that support DEI learning objectives and equity-based curriculum.
Promote library information and news via cross-campus communications.
Keep abreast of current developments and trends in librarianship and instructional technologies.
Other duties as assigned.

For more information and to apply:

https://recruiting.ultipro.com/VER1019VTSC/JobBoard/20d4a078-7636-4829-8831-6c7facde2d41/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=8aa19afb-3bfd-45a7-aea4-a80c6d556c5b

– Posted 8/30/24

Tween/Teen Librarian – Fletcher Free Library (Burlington, VT)

Salary

Salary $65,603.20 Annually
Pay Grade 17: $31.54 Hourly

Closing Date 8/27/2024 11:59 PM

Union Affiliation: American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME)

General Purpose

Creative energetic and innovative library professional. Responsible for administrative work in planning and managing the activities of youth (Tween, ages 10-12 years old) and young adult (Teen, ages 13-19 years old) services in the library and all other related work as required. Tween/Teen Librarian works under the general direction of the Head of Youth Services. Functions requiring considerable judgment and initiative in planning and overseeing services to youth and young adults between the ages of 10 to 18 both within the library and the community.

The schedule for this role is Sunday – Thursday.

Essential Job Functions

Performs work under typical library conditions; library hours will require evening and weekend work.
Plans, organizes, implements, and evaluates services to youth and young adults.
Assists Head of Youth Services in budgeting process and administers budget as assigned.
Assists Head of Youth Services in conducting community assessments to identify youth needs.
Assists the Head of Youth Services in developing goals, policies and procedures as it relates to youth and young adults.
Assists the Head of Youth Services with strategic planning and strategic goals for the Youth Services Department.
Assists Head of Youth Services in developing and implementing new strategies and methodologies to increase patron awareness of library resources and the monitoring of the results achieved.
Initiates, plans and conducts a variety of programs and activities, including the yearly summer learning program, to encourage the use of the library and which fulfill the diverse educational, recreational, literacy, technological and personal needs of youth and young adults between the ages of 10 to 18.
Assist in promoting programming and services in conjunction with the main library outlets and independently, including social media.
Works in conjunction and collaborates with Youth Services Librarians in coordination of library programming and services to youth and teens between the ages of 10 to 18.
Involves youth and young adults in planning and implementing services for their age group.
Works in conjunction with Collection Development Librarian to select, evaluate, maintain and discard youth and young adult collection based on professional judgment, preferences of youth and young adults and acknowledged review sources ensuring it is diverse, current, and relevant and meets the needs of the community
Provides reference and readers’ advisory services, media literacy programming and library orientation to youth and young adults.
Collaborates and partners with schools other libraries, social service agencies, civic organizations and other professional organizations to develop, promote, facilitate, and evaluate innovative programs to meet the expressed and anticipated needs of the community’s youth and young adult population including reading clubs, homework help, instructional workshops, Makerspace programs, STEM and literacy programs, gaming, summer reading events, tech programs and a variety of other programs both in the Library and throughout the community.
Promotes, publicizes and represents youth and young adult services and the library to the community and local agencies in cooperation with other departments.
Works with library administration to seek supplementary funding to enhance library services, including state and federal grants.
Assists in grant writing as needed.
Trains and supervises interns, teen volunteers, and teen advisory councils.
Assists in managing patron behavior in accordance with the library ordinance, including assisting with trespass notices as needed.
Performs light custodial duties as needed.
Identifies, collects and interprets statistics as needed.

Non-Essential Job Functions

Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications/Basic Job Requirements

Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development.
Bachelor’s degree in Library Science or related field required.
Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited school preferred or the equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field; Additional experience may be substituted for a degree requirement on a two-for-one year basis.
Strong commitment to public service and the ability to work well with a diverse patronage.
Minimum 2 years of direct professional experience creating and conducting a variety of innovative programs for Youth and young adults (ages 10 to 18).
Knowledge of Youth and young adult literature and experience maintaining a Youth and young adult collection.
Experience building partnerships with local organizations and schools to better meet the needs of community users.
Demonstrated interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Successfully demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.
Strong organization and planning skills, including the ability to perform multiple projects or tasks simultaneously.
Demonstrated strong knowledge of computer services including online searching, social media, reference resources and databases.
Understanding of emerging library technologies, service and programming trends for Youth and young adults, and urban public library issues preferred.
Ability to do Information literacy instruction and online learning instruction to teens.
A broad knowledge of the intellectual, emotional, psychological and physical development of adolescents is essential.
Genuine respect for youth and young adults and an ability to establish rapport with them.
Ability to administer and direct the work of staff and volunteers.
Ability to express oneself orally and in writing.
Flexibility, initiative, creative innovator, energy, patience and tact to deal effectively with the public.
Regular attendance is necessary and is essential to meeting the expectations of the job functions.
Ability to understand and comply with City standards, safety rules and personnel policies.
Periodic offsite travel required.

Additional Information

Promoting a culture that reveres diversity and equity

The City of Burlington is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are strongly committed to creating a dynamic and equitable work-force that mirrors the population and world that we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of political or religious affiliation, race, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, crime victim status, veteran status, disability, HIV positive status, or genetic information in employment or the provision of services.

In addition to being an equal opportunity employer we actively encourage applicants who can contribute to our growing diversity to apply.

Applications for our employment opportunities are only accepted online through our Government Jobs website.

For accessibility information or alternative formats, please contact Human Resources Department at 802-540-2505 or careers@burlingtonvt.gov.

– Posted 8/14/24

Cataloging and Metadata Librarian – University of Vermont Libraries (Burlington, VT)

The University of Vermont Libraries seeks an experienced, enthusiastic and creative cataloger, well-versed in the rapid evolution of cataloging practices, to provide original and complex copy cataloging and to lead the cataloging team in the UVM Libraries. Working collaboratively with colleagues throughout the Libraries, this full-time faculty member leads in establishing cataloging practices and priorities; oversees the creation, modification, and selection of records and metadata for print and digital materials; coordinates with consortial colleagues on shared cataloging work and priorities; and ensures prompt access to newly acquired resources. We seek candidates who are positive, motivated, familiar with best practices, and eager to innovate.

For further details about this position (including salary information) and to apply online, please visit our website at: https://www.uvmjobs.com and reference posting number F3142PO. The search will remain open until the position is filled. For best consideration, complete applications should be received no later than August 26, 2024.

The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

– Posted 8/5/24

Head Library Clerk – Deborah Rawson Memorial Library (Jericho, VT)

Job opening, extended deadline

Head Library Clerk – Deborah Rawson Memorial Library 8 River Road Jericho, VT 05465

About Us: The Deborah Rawson Memorial Library is a vibrant community hub dedicated to providing exceptional library services to our patrons. We are seeking a passionate and organized individual to fill the role of Head Library Clerk.

Job Description: The Head Library Clerk is a key member of our team, responsible for overseeing circulation, shelving, inter-library loan, patron registration, and overdue management. This position requires a strong commitment to customer service, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities:

Manage circulation desk operations, including check-in/out, statistics, and patron assistance.
Process inter-library loan requests and track materials.
Register new patrons and provide library tours.
Implement and monitor overdue procedures for both in-house and inter-library loan materials.
Provide patron assistance, including database searches and material location.
Attend staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities.
Catalog new acquisitions and maintain catalog accuracy.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum of two years of experience in public library setting.
Strong computer skills, including online catalog searching, internet navigation, word processing, and cataloging.
Proficiency in RDA cataloging.
Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Enthusiastic and positive attitude.

Salary and Benefits: The salary range for this position is $18.00 to $20.00 per hour, depending on experience. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Hours: 30 hours a week. Tues. & Thurs. 10-5, Wed. & Fri. 10-6. Other weekend and evening hours might be available to substitute for other staff.

To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume to drawsonmemlib@gmail.com or mail to the Deborah Rawson Memorial Library at the address above by Friday August 9, 2024.

Equal Opportunity Employer

– Updated 7/31/24

Access Services Manager – Champlain College (Burlington, VT)

Champlain College Library is seeking a full-time Access Services Manager. This enthusiastic, collegial, collaborative, and service-oriented professional serves as an integral member of a library team providing high-quality academic library services in an innovative setting. The Access Services Manager plays a vital role, working collaboratively within the library, on campus, and in the profession to be an articulate advocate for library circulation initiatives, resources, and services, and shape the future of a dynamic, nimble, and thriving college library Access Services department.

– Posted 7/12/24

Youth Services Librarian – Jeudevine Memorial Library (Hardwick, VT)

The Youth Services Librarian is responsible for all aspects of library service relevant to patrons from birth through young adulthood and their families. This work includes year-round programming, community outreach, assisting with collection development and maintenance, and seeking ways to promote library services to young people and families. Additionally, the youth
librarian assists in the library’s day-to-day operations as needed.

The Jeudevine is a municipal library. This is a part-time professional position for the town of Hardwick.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Creates, plans, and presents diverse and creative programs for children, their caregivers, and teens, including story time, craft programs, the summer reading program, and after-school and homeschool programs; facilitates the Teen Advisory Board
Plans and provides outreach services for area schools, preschools, daycares, caregivers and community organizations.
Assists in the selection and maintenance of the birth through Young Adult collections.
Responsible for creating promotional materials for all youth-related programming, including posters, social media, press releases and the library’s website.
Keeps informed of trends in children’s literature, library services and issues affecting children.
Represents library services for young people outside the library at relevant community events and meetings.
Responsible for creating a welcoming and spirited space in the youth area of the library.
Ability to perform all daily operations of the circulation desk when needed.
Prepares narrative report ahead of monthly board of trustees meetings.
Assists with grant-writing opportunities to support youth materials and programs.
Collaborates with staff, patrons, and others to celebrate everything the library offers as a hub for learning and community.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting, stand or sit for prolonged periods, occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist, lift, carry, push, and pull light to moderate amounts of weight, operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination, including use of a computer keyboard, and verbally communicate to exchange information. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Ability to work well under stress and maintain a welcoming attitude is essential.
Computer literacy.
Must possess creativity, motivation, flexibility, excellent written and verbal communication skills, imagination, and enthusiasm.
Considerable knowledge of children’s literature and literacy development for children from birth through young adulthood and willingness to continue learning through in-person workshops and webinars.
Previous experience and demonstrated ability to work with children, teens, and families.
Able to work independently and as part of a team with staff, patrons, community members and organizations.
Capacity to manage time and effectively perform time-sensitive tasks.
Demonstrate a working knowledge of library principles and practices.
Flexibility to work occasional evenings and Saturdays, substitute for other staff and attend meetings as needed.
Capacity to lead the successful creation, facilitation, and evaluation of programs and carry out work unsupervised with personal initiative.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
A BA or BS degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, along with a Vermont Certificate of Public Librarianship or a willingness to acquire one, is required. MLS from an ALA-accredited program is preferred. Prior work experience with children, teens, and/or families is required. Library experience is preferred.

HOURS AND COMPENSATION
20-hour work week is generally split over three days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, or Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. Part-time employees receive some paid holiday, personal, sick, and vacation hours. $19.65/hour.

How To Apply: Please send a cover letter, resume, and contacts for three references to the library director, Diane Grenkow, at jeudevinelibrary@hardwickvt.gov with the subject line Youth
Services Librarian. The deadline for applications is July 14, 2024.

– Posted 7/2/24

Head Librarian/Director – Highgate Library & 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 range is $42,000-$52,000 and is commensurate with skills and experience.

Please submit resume, cover letter, and references. Cover letter should include interest in the position, relevant qualifications, and experience. Please submit by Friday, June 28, 2024 to: Highgate Town Offices, PO Box 189, Highgate VT 05459 c/o Rebecca Manning or via email to rmanning@highgatevt.org.

– Posted 6/13/24

Librarian – Howard and Alba Leahy Library (Barre, VT)

Job Title: Librarian
State Equivalent Pay Grade: 24
FLSA Status: Full-time, Exempt
Supervisor: Director of Collections and Access
Last Revised: June 3, 2024

General Description
The Librarian is responsible for administration of the Howard and Alba Leahy Library, including its facilities, collections, staff, and projects. The Librarian has primary curatorial responsibility for the printed, manuscript, broadside, photograph, audio, and film/video collections. The Librarian reports to the Director of Collections & Access and works directly with the Collections Manager to develop, strategize, and manage projects related to the collections work of the Vermont Historical Society.

Primary Responsibilities

Ensure ongoing and expanding access to Library collections through cataloging, digitization, exhibits, and statewide outreach
Establish all library procedures and supervise the Access Librarian, library assistant(s), and library volunteers. With the Director of Collections and Access, set library policies.
Help develop and manage library budget.
Coordinate the purchase, donation, acceptance, and acknowledgement of all incoming library materials, and seek out new materials to fill collections gaps as appropriate
Maintain connections with universities, and independent researchers to promote ongoing research into the library collections of the VHS
Provide physical access to, and security of, the library collections, including monitoring environmental controls, collections housing, collections furniture, and collections handling.
Set all conservation and bookbinding priorities as well as processing said work.
Present Vermont history and the collections of the Leahy Library of the VHS through periodic public speaking, publishing, and providing content for VHS outreach
Assist development staff in the identification of funding opportunities to support collections & access, including the submission of requests for funding, membership support opportunities, and individual donor planning and solicitation. Serve as project director on grant-funded initiatives as appropriate.
Along with the Access Librarian, library assistant(s), and volunteers, provide reference services.
Represent VHS in various professional groups and public organizations.
Other duties as assigned.

Relationships

The Librarian reports to the Director of Collections and Access and supervises the Access Librarian, library assistant(s), and library volunteers. The Librarian is a critical position within the Vermont Historical Society and works closely and collaboratively with all staff.

Environmental Factors

Duties are performed in a standard office setting, based in Barre, Vermont.
Certain duties will require heavy workloads and tight deadlines
Moderate travel requirements may occur, for which a valid driver’s license is required.
Occasional weekend and evening work will be required.
Must be able to lift and move 40 lbs.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program
5 years experience in special collections or archives
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Ability to juggle competing demands on time.
Familiarity with cataloging and metadata technical standards such as MARC21, Dublin Core, DACS rules, Library of Congress Subject Headings
Experience working with Integrated Library Systems

Desirable Qualifications

Demonstrated interest in U.S. history
Knowledge of, and strong interest in, Vermont history.
Experience in management, creation, and quality control for digital databases
Demonstrated ability to adapt historic library practices to modern patron needs.

– Posted 6/7/24

Business Liaison Librarian – University of Vermont Libraries (Burlington, VT)

The University of Vermont Libraries seek a creative and collaborative research and instruction librarian to join the Libraries’ Information and Instruction Services Department. The new hire will support the teaching, learning, and research endeavors of the University and will serve as the Libraries’ liaison to the Grossman School of Business and the department of Community Development and Applied Economics. We seek both experienced librarians and those who are new to the field. Come and grow with us!

For further details about this position (including salary information) and to apply online, please visit our website at: https://www.uvmjobs.com and reference posting number F3051PO. The search will remain open until the position is filled. For best consideration, complete applications should be received no later than May 20, 2024. For additional information, please contact search co-chair Daisy Benson, daisy.benson@uvm.edu.

The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

– Posted 5/4/24

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.

Pay range is $42,000-$52,000 and is commensurate with skills and experience.

Please submit resume, cover letter, and references. Cover letter should include interest in the position, relevant qualifications, and experience. Please submit by Thursday, May 16 to: Highgate Town Offices, PO Box 189, Highgate VT 05459 c/o Rebecca Manning or via email to slaroche@highgatevt.org.

– Posted 5/2/24