Public Services Assistant – St. Paul’s School – Ohrstrom Library (Concord, NH)

Status: Non-exempt, 20-24 hours per week, school year

Department: Library

Reports To: Library Director

Summary: Provides reference, reader’s advisory, technology training, and other assistance to library patrons. Oversees student use of the library. Supports circulation and cataloging tasks, including interlibrary loans, holds, reserves, and shelving. This is a part-time position that requires some evening and weekend hours. When school is in session, the Library typically closes at 9:30 pm.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Assisting directly with a wide range of circulation desk operations, including: interlibrary loans, checking materials in and out, placing holds and recalls on items in various formats; locating library materials; directing patrons.
Employing strong customer service and communication skills, including: answering general reference questions; assisting students and faculty with navigating Ohrstrom Library’s web page; referring specialized requests to appropriate library staff as necessary.
Responding to informational requests requiring strong familiarity with Ohrstrom Library’s and St. Paul’s School’s policies, practices, and procedures.
Employing strong organizational and interpersonal skills and good judgment, investing special attention to the security and well-being of students; monitoring student behavior to ensure appropriate building use and compliance with rules; facilitating study conditions during specified evening hours; remaining vigilant to visitors and their appropriate interactions with students and use of the library; proactively responding to building emergencies by preparing work order requests or contacting Facilities as necessary.
Contributing fully on a pre-determined schedule to the detailed and critical opening and closing procedures for the library.
Assisting with library projects and initiatives, such as programs, displays, weeding and other collection projects.
Shelving materials.

Qualification Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bachelor’s degree and one year of library experience, or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Outstanding organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, produce detailed work, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
A highly collaborative working style.
Excellent customer service skills and a demonstrated commitment to excellent service to a diverse group of users, both internal and external.
Strong computer skills and ability to find and learn new programs independently.
Ability to work collegially in small groups and a team environment.
Ability to think critically, analyze problems, and develop and implement creative solutions.
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.

How to apply: https://recruiting.ultipro.com/STP1001STPS/JobBoard/badf958b-b108-48e8-8455-d7fc27df1c40/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=d651db2a-9457-4b76-bd06-2a83629eacbb

– Posted 2/1/23

Research & Instruction Librarian – St. Paul’s School – Ohrstrom Library (Concord, NH)

Status: Exempt, 12 months
Department: Library
Reports to: Library Director

Summary : The Research & Instruction Librarian serves as the Library’s liaison to support faculty, student, and staff engagement with Ohrstrom Library’s diverse and in-depth digital and print holdings, as well as leads the Library staff in providing innovative and user-centered reference and instruction services. This staff member designs and delivers an innovative instruction program to best serve a diverse student population and develops strategies to introduce community members to Library services. Additionally, the Research & Instruction Librarian is responsible for managing the Library’s vast digital holdings, including promoting the collections to the community. This position requires at least one evening shift; typically, the library is open until 9:30 pm. The Research & Outreach Librarian also serves the St. Paul’s Advanced Studies Program in the summer.

Teaching and Learning

Designing and delivering an innovative instruction program to best serve a diverse student population, which includes:
- Designing and conducting library instruction and orientation sessions.
- Creating research guides to mirror instruction class.
- Instructing individual library users on use of print and electronic Providing research consultations.
- Participating in Library, institutional, and outside professional committees, conferences and other scholarly and developmental opportunities.
Teaching group library instruction classes on research strategies, source evaluation, academic integrity, citation, and other information literacy topics
Establishing collaborative and supportive partnerships with faculty in order to ensure that library services and instruction are relevant to curricular needs.
Creating research guides, instruction resources, digital materials, videos/tutorials, and making those resources accessible to students, faculty, and staff.
Working with other library staff members to design and implement outreach initiatives to increase faculty and student engagement with the academic services and resources of the library.
Developing and sustaining collaborative relationships with faculty, students, and staff in support of faculty and student engagement with the academic services and resources of the library.
Working with other library staff members to provide frequent, timely, and appealing communication to faculty and students about academic services and resources.

Collection

Selecting, managing and maintaining the library’s digital collections, keeping current knowledge of digital collection trends and offerings, and working closely with faculty for digital collection development.
Setting up database trials and collecting and analyzing usage to support purchase, renewal, and cancellation decisions.
Publicizing, teaching and incorporating new digital collections into the curriculum.

Other Responsibilities

Making recommendations for the development of new research services.
Training and supporting library staff with research tools, skills, and services.
Troubleshooting patron connection problems with resources.
Providing research help to all library users seeking information in person or remotely, using print and digital collections.
Developing strategies to introduce library reference services to all students, particularly new students.

Service Desk

The following responsibilities common to all staff are superimposed upon the work outlined in the above job description. Please note that while each Ohrstrom Library employee staffs the service desk, they are required to multi-task, e.g. attending to immediate patron and building needs while simultaneously performing a wide range of position-specific work. Service desk responsibilities include:

Assisting directly with a wide range of circulation desk operations, including: checking materials in and out, placing holds and recalls on items in various formats; locating library materials; directing patrons.
Employing strong customer service and communication skills, including: answering general reference questions; assisting students and faculty with navigating Ohrstrom Library’s web page; referring specialized requests to appropriate library staff as necessary.
Responding to informational requests requiring strong familiarity with Ohrstrom Library’s and St. Paul’s School’s policies, practices, and procedures.
Employing strong organizational and interpersonal skills and good-judgment, investing special attention to the security and well-being of students; monitoring student behavior to ensure appropriate building use and compliance with rules; facilitating study conditions during specified evening hours; remaining vigilant to visitors and their appropriate interactions with students and use of the library; proactively responding to building emergencies by preparing work order requests or contacting Facilities as necessary.
Contributing fully on a pre-determined schedule to the detailed and critical opening and closing procedures for the library each morning and evening.

Qualification Requirements :

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited school
At least two years’ experience in a library Experience in an academic or school library is preferred.
At least two years of demonstrated and effective reference, engagement, or instruction experience.
Strong technology skills and ability to find and learn new programs Experience with Koha, Springshare, and WordPress preferred.
Knowledge and experience in meeting the needs of students and faculty in a variety of subject areas.
Initiative and the ability to conceive and carry out projects on a deadline, including managing multiple responsibilities and effectively responding to the needs of a campus community that makes heavy demands on library services
Ability to work in a collaborative team.
Excellent customer service skills and a demonstrated commitment to excellent service to a diverse group of users, both internal and external.
Demonstrated interest in working with adolescents.
Demonstrated interest in outreach initiatives.
Ability to think critically, analyze problems, and develop and implement creative solutions.
Ability and experience to plan, manage and oversee complex projects, meet deadlines, and to prioritize work in alignment with the service goals of the library and the school.
Commitment to professional development.
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.

How to apply: https://recruiting.ultipro.com/STP1001STPS/JobBoard/badf958b-b108-48e8-8455-d7fc27df1c40/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=756a4022-eadf-49c7-91ba-b27efb15fc0c

– Posted 2/1/23

Programming Librarian – Jaffrey Public Library (Jaffrey, NH)

Join our team at the Jaffrey Public Library!

JOB DESCRIPTION: Programming Librarian
Grade/Classification: Salaried/Exempt position.
STATUS: Full-Time (40 hours)
REPORTS TO: Library Director
SALARY: $42,000 – $44,000/year, depending on qualifications, full benefits, including health insurance, dental, and NH retirement system
APPLICATION deadline February 24, 2023. Position will remain open until filled.

The Jaffrey Public Library’s mission is to serve as a community resource for lifelong learning where everyone is welcome to gather, discover and succeed in a safe, nurturing environment.
We are seeking a new, full-time team member who likes to wear a lot of hats in providing great library services for all ages.

We pride ourselves on being a safe place for everyone in our community. We provide services and programs in a collaborative, team environment. While we still have some age-based programs and services, we love it when three generations of the same family can show up for a program that is flexible enough for everyone to participate.
The details:

JOB SUMMARY: Under the direction of the Library Director, the Programming Librarian is responsible for supporting a broad range of duties related to all aspects of library programs, in a collaborative team environment. This includes but is not limited to developing, planning, and implementing programs specifically for youth, teens, and adults, as well as inter-generational programming, in conjunction with other staff members and outside presenters. This position also supports circulation and reference services, and promotion of all library services and activities throughout the community.

Please visit https://www.townofjaffrey.com/jaffrey-public-library/about-us/pages/employment-opportunities for the full job description.

To apply:
Email cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references in PDF format to:
Julie Perrin, Library Director at jperrin@jaffreypubliclibrary.org. No phone calls, please.

APPLICATION deadline February 24, 2023. Position will remain open until filled.

– Updated 1/31/23

Circulation Supervisor – Rutland Free Library (Rutland, VT)

Rutland Free Library needs an organized, experienced individual to be our next circulation supervisor. This is a full-time, salaried position.

The Circulation Supervisor works closely both with the front desk staff and the administrative team. It’s a challenging, fast-paced job in a computerized environment in a busy public building.

The circulation department is primarily responsible for accurately checking in and out 150,000-plus items a year, and for being the first point of contact with our users. The ideal candidate will have experience with scheduling, staff supervision, and troubleshooting technology.

Starting salary is $50,700 or $26 per hour based on a 37.5 hour work week. Benefits include health, dental, and life / disability insurance, vacation, and a generous retirement match. An MLS degree is not expected; library experience is preferred. The full job description is on our website.

The posting will close not later than February 24, 2023. However, due to the critical nature of the position, we may hire an exceptional candidate before then.

Inquiries or resume and cover letter should be sent to Randal Smathers at randal@rutlandfree.org.

– Posted 1/31/23

PT Help Desk Librarian – Rutland Free Library (Rutland, VT)

Rutland Free Library is looking for a librarian for our Help / reference Desk. Primary duties include readers’ advisory, assisting users with our public computers — especially printing — basic upkeep of public computers, and generally helping users access the collection and find their way around the building.

An ideal candidate will have a degree in library and information science but extensive experience working in a reference environment will be considered in lieu of a degree. Good technology skills are a must. We use Koha, Aspen, Deep Freeze, Comprise, and Assabet software, and troubleshooting print jobs is pretty much a daily task.

Rutland Free Library is an independent, 501(c)3 nonprofit organization whose sole responsibility is providing library services to the communities of Rutland City, Rutland Town, Mendon, Tinmouth, and Ira, who support our work through taxes. We are large only by Vermont standards, with some 80,000 titles available. We lend in print, ebook, audiobook on CD, as well as streaming video, music, and audiobooks.

This is a 15-hour position with limited prorated benefits. It will require some evening work and be part of the regular Saturday rotation shared among librarians. Starting wage is $29.03 / hour. Full job description is on the website.

Please send a résumé and letter of interest to Randal Smathers at randal@rutlandfree.org.

Applications will close Friday, Feb. 24.

– Posted 1/31/23

Children & Youth Services Librarian – Manchester Community Library (Manchester Center, VT)

Reports to: Executive Director
Status: Full-time onsite, flexible schedule, including some evenings and Saturdays.

The Role
The Manchester Community Library seeks an energetic Children & Youth Services Librarian who loves young people. You will collaborate with MCL’s Program Director to creatively plan, develop, and implement services and programs for toddlers, kids, tweens, teens, and their families. You are a highly motivated individual with proven success in working with children and teens. Strong interpersonal, technology, and communication skills will complement your ability to plan, coordinate, collaborate, and serve our community stakeholders.

Education / Experience
A Master of Library and Information Science degree and 3 or more years of working with children and youth in a library setting is strongly preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Qualifications
Enthusiasm for MCL’s mission, vision, and values • Thorough knowledge of best library practices for children and youth • Exceptional relationship management and communication skills • Ability to work effectively with varied stakeholders • Familiarity with Koha Integrated Library Systems • Excellent technology skills, including Google Workspace • Self-directed, with excellent time management, judgment, and creative problem-solving skills • Personal attributes include passion, integrity, honesty, and positive attitude • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Responsibilities
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The following list comprises the primary job responsibilities; it is not designed to be a comprehensive listing of all activities that may be required.

Select, order, catalog, inventory, and weed materials, primarily for children’s and youth collections • Partner with the Program Director and library team to plan, develop, and implement services and programs • Coordinate and train library staff and volunteers • Support programs with events, acquisitions, exhibits, grant development, and reports • Collaboratively help organize and run summer programs • Identify and track key budget and expense performance indicators • Assist in the development of communications and promotion of library services and programs • Co-manage interlibrary loans • Engage in ongoing professional development • Embrace a welcoming, patron-first culture with regular help desk coverage • Support local schools and community groups to develop and expand children and teen services

Compensation
Salary range: $42,000 – $48,000

The excellent benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a SIMPLE IRA retirement plan, and generous leave policies. Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Edward Surjan, Executive Director, careers@mclvt.org.

Please note the above job description describes the general nature, tasks, responsibilities, and level of work to be performed; it is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of every responsibility, duty, and skill required for the position. Other duties may be assigned.

The Manchester Community Library is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

– Posted 12/4/22

Librarian – Baldwin Memorial Library (Wells River, VT)

Our remarkable librarian of the past 30 years is retiring and the Board of Directors is seeking a creative, energetic, community-oriented, small-town-loving individual to be our new favorite librarian.

The Baldwin is a small, rural library, open 26 hours per week (M-W-F), serving many towns in the Wells River area. It is deeply engaged in and supported by its community.

The librarian’s job at the Baldwin includes the customary duties, as well as:

Collaborating with community groups and the local school
Helping the public use library materials and technology, including formal and informal training
Developing programs that appeal to a variety of ages and interests
Developing outreach and other services that extend the library’s reach into the community
Developing and organizing displays and exhibits
Overseeing lending and return from our “Library of Things” (tools and equipment for outdoor sports, gardening/homesteading, camping, public events, etc.).

The ideal candidate is someone with a bachelor’s degree, experience working in a library, and management or supervisory experience. Most important, however, is the right attitude, instincts, energy and thoughtfulness to be a good fit as the new librarian for the Baldwin’s community.

Wage is based on experience. Benefits include paid federal holidays, and paid sick-days and vacation time.

If you’re interested and think you’d be a good fit, please email a resume and letter of interest describing why you’re the right person to be the Baldwin’s next librarian to Chip Conquest at conquestchip@gmail.com. The Board will begin to schedule interviews with qualified candidates starting on November 15, 2022.

– Posted 11/4/22

Temporary Library Specialist – Vermont Tech (Randolph Center, VT)

Sunday-Thursday 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm for the 2022 – 2023 Academic Year

BASIC FUNCTION

Assist with a full range of paraprofessional / technical support tasks related to one or more primary library functions.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain and process information related to the library functions using the VSC integrated library software system and the statewide library network utility.
Perform processing of serials or periodicals in the automated library system; maintaining the collection and assisting users in locating and using periodicals and microforms.
Provide a wide range of basic reference services to patrons, referring unusual problems or requests to senior librarians.
Oversee or assist with circulation desk operations.
Assist with the supervision of student assistants, including: interviewing, hiring, training and assigning work.
Carry out a variety of special projects.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelors degree plus two to four years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired. Overall understanding of college library organization and systems, with a broad base of technical knowledge and skills related to the area(s) of specialization of the position. Relevant training/experience in use of computerized library information systems desirable.

Ability to deal effectively with library patrons.
Strong reading, writing, math, and analytical/problem-solving skills.
Good basic administrative, organizational and supervisory skills.

VSC Non- Bargaining Unit Grade: 9 FLSA: Non-Exempt Part-time, temporary Sunday-Thursday 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm for the 2022 – 2023 Academic Year

Primary work site: Randolph Campus

Applicants interested in applying must submit a Cover Letter and Resume.

Applications will be accepted until positions are filled or by date specified. However, applications received after the initial screening will be considered at the discretion of the College. Vermont Tech strongly encourages applications from members of ethnic minority groups and other under-represented backgrounds.

Vermont Tech is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, religion, ancestry, place of birth, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age or veteran status, or against a qualified individual with a disability, or any other person whose status is protected under local, state or federal laws. In compliance with ADA requirements, we will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant.

All full-time and some part-time positions are subject to a criminal background check. Any offer of employment is conditional upon successful completion of these checks.

link: https://recruiting.ultipro.com/VER1019VTSC/JobBoard/5269c684-902f-4f8e-b697-2067bcf029bc/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=038205c9-8aff-4763-984a-6462b5a5c74d

– Posted 10/17/22

Librarian II – Northern Vermont University (Johnson, VT)

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BASIC FUNCTION

To carry out professional library responsibilities including coordinating one or more major library function(s); to participate in development of policies and procedures and library planning activities.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage information literacy and academic research instruction for both online and on-campus course instruction.
Work with other VSC librarians to create digital learning objects, including online research guides and video tutorials.
Work with Director to develop policies and procedures for the on-campus and virtual libraries.
Act as lead in providing reference service for both online, IM chat, and on-campus students. Assess reference service, reviewing reference queries and providing statistical analysis. Train library staff and student workers in reference service skills and library resources.
Liaise with vendors regarding trials, licensing, and technical maintenance.
Database administration, including statistical analysis and technical maintenance.
Maintain LibGuides content management system (CMS) for online research guides in addition to other Springshare products.
Maintain library social media accounts.
Serve on system-wide library committees.
Manage lending programs for the library’s iPads and Kindles.
Plan and arrange library events, including presentations, book talks and displays.
Manage program development and public outreach services
Promote library information and news via cross-campus communications and through NVU-Online.
Library liaison and collection development for various academic departments.
Manage any library grants specific to NVU libraries.
Manage collection and deselection processes for campus libraries.
Related duties as assigned.

Shift: Sundays through Thursdays 10am-6pm

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Functional and partial administrative supervision of one or more employees and approximately ten to twenty student assistants.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Supervision is received from the Library Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program, plus one to three years of progressively responsible experience working in an academic library, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.

Required:

Demonstrated initiative, flexibility, and creativity
Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills

Preferred:

Supervisory experience
Demonstrated understanding of relevant scholarly communication issues (e.g., intellectual property rights and Fair Use)
Experience with web programming, graphic design, and scripting, or a demonstrated ability to learn these skills
Teaching experience

This general outline illustrates the type of work which characterizes the job classification. It is not an all-encompassing statement of the specific duties, responsibilities and qualifications of individual positions assigned to the classification.

– Posted 9/1/22

Cataloger & Metadata Librarian – Vermont Historical Society (Barre, VT)

The Vermont Historical Society seeks a Cataloger & Metadata Librarian. The Cataloger & Metadata Librarian supports enhanced discovery and access to the collections of the Leahy Library of Vermont Historical Society through original manuscript cataloging and digitization. The Cataloger & Metadata Librarian will be an integral member of the team currently planning and developing a state-wide digital collections platform. This librarian will also be responsible for cataloging single-folder manuscript collections in the MARC format, enhancing the library’s legacy indexing systems. The Cataloger & Metadata Librarian will work closely with the Assistant Librarian to maintain consistency of description and access points with the Leahy Library’s existing catalogs. This librarian will also contribute metadata and scans to the library’s existing digital archives.

This is a full time (40 hours/week), one year position with the possibility of extension. Starting salary $21.10/hour with an increase after six months, along with generous benefits. A full job description and application instructions can be found here: https://vermonthistory.org/career-opportunities

– Posted 7/21/22