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Youth Services Library Assistant – Howe Library (Hanover, NH)

Department: Library
Job Code: LIB/11
Employment Type: Part-Time, Non-Benefited
Reports To: Head of Youth Services
Apply online at: https://hanovernh.bamboohr.com/careers/26

Make a difference where curiosity begins.
The Town of Hanover is seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and community-focused individual to support youth programming and services at the Hanover Public Library. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage directly with children and families, foster a love of reading and learning, and contribute to a welcoming public space that serves as a cornerstone of the community.

Why Join Us – Town of Hanover, NH (Non-Benefited Position)

  • Support children, families, and lifelong learning in a welcoming public library
  • Engage creatively through youth programming, storytelling, and community outreach
  • Work in a collaborative, mission-driven library environment
  • Gain valuable experience in library services and youth engagement
  • Enjoy flexible part-time employment serving a vibrant Upper Valley community
  • This position is non-benefited and does not include health, retirement, or leave benefits

The Youth Services Library Assistant is responsible for preparing and conducting programs for children, staffing the children’s room, and assisting library patrons. This position supports youth services through programming, reader advisory, customer service, and general library operations in a welcoming and engaging environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Prepare and conduct children’s programs, including story times, performances, and summer activities
  • Recommend books and materials to children, young adults, and adults
  • Assist patrons in locating and selecting library materials
  • Support publicity efforts and community outreach activities
  • Create displays and assist in maintaining a clean, welcoming library environment
  • Create a variety of graphic and written materials
  • Attend meetings as required
  • Assist at the circulation desk as assigned, including checking materials in and out, collecting fines, and issuing library cards
  • Read professional reviews and suggest materials for possible purchases to Youth Services Librarians
  • Perform related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of public library service principles and commitment to customer service
  • Knowledge of Dewey Decimal classification system
  • Knowledge of library policies, procedures, and computer systems
  • Knowledge of children’s and young adult books and materials
  • Knowledge of early childhood development
  • Proficiency with computers and job-related software
  • Strong customer service skills with the ability to interact positively with patrons of all ages
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
  • Strong oral and written communication skills

Physical Demands and Work Environment

  • Work performed indoors in a library setting
  • Requires sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, and stooping
  • Occasional lifting of light to heavy objects

Minimum Qualifications

  • Specialized training or education related to library services, youth services, or a related field, in addition to a high school education
  • One to two years of relevant work experience OR
  • An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience sufficient to perform all major duties

Hours of Work:
20 hours a week to include some evenings and weekends.

If you enjoy working with children, books, and the public, and are interested in contributing to a dynamic community resource, we encourage you to apply.

The Town of Hanover is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Town does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

– Posted 1/22/26

Library Assistant – Georgia Public Library (Georgia, VT)

Do you love books? Are you warm, detail-oriented, and flexible? Do you have good customer service skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite? Georgia Public Library needs a personable bookworm to be responsible for shelving, and checking books in and out for patrons.
 
20 hours per week: 10-6 Tuesday, 12-8 Wednesday, 12-5 Friday.
 
This position is initially grant funded and of approximately one year duration; there may be potential for longer term. Starting pay $18.00/hour based on skills and experience.
 
Send cover letter and resume to Librarydirector@townofgeorgia.com. Deadline January 28, 2026.
 
Library Assistant: Outreach and Materials Processing 
  • Overdues: Run overdue list weekly, outreach to patrons following established overdue procedures
  • Holds: Run holds in KOHA daily at the start of shift.  Ensure that patrons are receiving books they have requested.
  • Materials Processing: Ensure that new acquisitions are shelf ready, except for cataloging. Assist with weeding as assigned, including running circulation history, pulling books, deleting them and maintaining records. Repair/ mend as necessary.
  • Displays: Strive to provide visually attractive displays for reading themes and programs to enhance the services the library offers. Displays should be refreshed on a regular basis.
  • Patron services: check books in and out, answer reference and computer questions, provide assistance accessing e-resources and provide reader advisory when sought. Enact library programs in collaboration with library staff.
  • Answer the phone and respond to phone messages promptly
  • Schedule Community Room
  • Shelve materials accurately
  • Shelf read
  • Maintain cleanliness and order in the library
  • Maintain patron records, including issuing library cards and necessary updates
  • Follow opening and closing procedures
  • Other duties as assigned

Library Assistant – Latham Library (Thetford, VT)

We are looking for a new team member to join the friendly faces that welcome our patrons and visitors.

If you love talking with people, particularly about books, movies and community events, you are comfortable troubleshooting basic technology questions and researching information online, and you enjoy clerical and organizational tasks, we’d love to hear from you. Attention to detail, communication and interpersonal skills are a must. Previous experience working in a library is preferred.

For more details, please see https://thetfordlibrary.org/employment/.

This is a part-time position, starting at $18 per hour, with paid time off. The exact schedule is still being determined, but will include one day per week from 12-5pm, plus approximately one Saturday per month from 10am-1pm. Opportunities may be offered for occasional additional shifts, according to the library’s needs.

To apply, please send a resume and letter of interest to Holly Lague via email at director@thetfordlibrary.org or mail to Latham Memorial Library, PO Box 240, Thetford, VT 05074. The position will remain open until filled.

– Posted 12/18/25

Circulation Assistant – Waterbury Public Library (Waterbury, VT)

Circulation Assistant

20 hours/week

Summary
The Circulation Assistant runs the Help Desk and provides a variety of essential patron services. The Circulation Assistant also handles overdue functions, performs a variety of processing and repair duties, creates book displays, and takes on other tasks as assigned.

Pay starts at $20.00 an hour.

Duties
Customer Service from the Help Desk
Making sure that visitors have a positive library experience is the top priority for each member
of the Library’s staff. The Circulation Assistant runs the Help Desk during scheduled hours, and
as such, is the primary contact point for patrons and visitors.

Help Desk Duties

  • Greet adults, children, and telephone patrons with a smile, answer questions and offers assistance.
  • Check materials in and out.
  • Facilitate the use of the public access computers, digital collections, and databases.
  • Help patrons use the iPad look-up stations, find materials, and place holds within the Catamount Consortium’s Koha system.
  • Offer interlibrary loan, if needed.
  • Register new patrons and give them a brief orientation to the Library.
  • Inform patrons and visitors about the Library’s digital collections, the resources of the Vermont Online Library, Mango Languages, ebooks, and other online and digital services.
  • Handle program registrations.

Circulation
The Circulation Assistant has primary responsibility for circulation during scheduled evening
and weekend hours.

  • Handle circulation functions, including holds and ILL requests.
  • Handle overdue contacts for long overdue/lost materials.
  • Update patron records when materials are returned or paid for.
  • Report to Library Director on efforts to retrieve overdue and lost items.
  • Report any Koha system problems to the Assistant Librarian and Library Director. Follow “system down” procedures to report urgent problems.
  • Researches and creates attractive book displays on topics that may be of interest to our patrons or on timely topics.

Technical Services

  • Assist with processing and cataloging of new library materials.
  • Assess the condition of damaged materials and makes repairs, if possible, or refer materials to Youth Librarian or Library Director for possible replacement or withdrawal, if an item cannot be repaired.
  • Uses online calendars and other office software the Library uses for internal communications, organization, and tracking.

Other
Occasionally assists with preparation for youth programs
Perform other tasks, as assigned.

Work place communication

  • Maintains a professional attitude and conduct in relationships with colleagues.
  • Fosters a congenial workplace atmosphere that supports all staff.
  • Communicates effectively with other staff.

Professional Development
Participate in relevant workshops and webinars, as time, budget, and needs of the Library
permit.

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Excellent customer service skills; minimum1 year experience in customer service field desirable.
Attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks
Comfort with basic technology and a willingness and ability to learn new technology
Willingness to work evening and weekend hours.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Pay starts at $20.00 an hour. Send resume, cover letter and two references to: rachel@waterburypubliclibrary.com.

– Posted 11/19/25

Adult Programming and Circulation – Ilsley Public Library (Middlebury, VT)

Ilsley Public Library is searching for our next Library Assistant II—Adult Programming and Circulation. This position energizes the library’s connection to the community through creative programming, dynamic marketing, and meaningful partnerships. They design and deliver engaging events that spark curiosity, foster learning, and bring people together, both inside the library and beyond its walls. As the library’s lead for marketing and outreach, they share the library’s story across multiple platforms and collaborate with local organizations to expand its reach and relevance. Whether developing a new community initiative, hosting an author event, or greeting patrons at the circulation desk, the Adult Programming and Circulation librarian helps make the library a welcoming, inspiring space for everyone.
 
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 week, Tuesday through 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, seven 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 $22.18/hr – $25.72/hr. This is a full-time union position (40 hrs/wk), and provides a comprehensive benefits package.
 
Application
Please email a cover letter and resume to CGrant@townofmiddlebury.org. We are targeting a desired start date for late January/early February.
 
 
– Posted 11//19/25

Library Assistant – Youth and Young Adult Services – Brownell Library (Essex Junction, VT)

Brownell Library seeks a friendly and organized individual for our Library Assistant – Youth and Young Adult Services position. The person in this position plans, implements, promotes, conducts, and evaluates programs for youth and young adults, including collaborations with other community entities, and works directly with patrons at the public service desk, performing all circulation functions, and offering reference and readers’ advisory help. This is a part-time position (an average of 24 hours weekly) with benefits. The schedule includes two evenings a week and Saturday hours every other week. A bachelor’s degree with experience working with youth, particularly teens and tweens, and managing projects is essential. Must be able to work independently while also communicating, collaborating, and balancing the needs of the youth team. The hiring committee will start reviewing applications on November 17, 2025, with a start date in early January 2026.

Wage: $20.65 per hour

Benefits: This part-time position offers prorated paid time off benefits, including vacation, holidays, sick leave, and personal time, based on the employee’s regular scheduled work hours.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities 

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

  • Plan, implement, promote, conduct, and evaluate youth and young adult programs, including collaborations and outreach with other City departments, community schools, area organizations, community groups, and community members. Write press releases; arrange for other publicity; select needed materials and work with Youth Services Librarian to order; operate needed equipment; make all necessary arrangements.
  • Recruit and supervise teen volunteers, creating opportunities for ongoing programs and long-term projects and providing mentoring opportunities for young adults. Develop and supervise a teen/tween advisory board.
  • Stay current on youth and young adult media trends and utilize various relevant and appropriate techniques (e.g., book talking, book lists, discussion groups, digital communications, etc.) to encourage youth and young adult use of library resources and materials.
  • Work directly with patrons at the public service desk, performing all circulation functions and offering reference and readers’ advisory help. When covering the desk alone, follow procedures for opening or closing the library.
  • Contribute to a professional and customer-oriented youth department by creating thematic displays in the Young Adult Area, helping to maintain the orderliness of the youth department space, and keeping materials in order.
  • Proactively assist and instruct patrons or groups in using youth library services and resources, including the automated catalog and other library software, digital library resources, the internet, and other emerging technologies.
  • Interpret and apply library policies and procedures to the public in a customer-friendly manner, ensuring a safe environment.
  • Monitor behavior in the library, documenting incidents and informing staff of behavior issues.
  • Demonstrate effective interpersonal relations with young adults, stay apprised of trends and developments in the field of young adult services, advocate for programs and services that meet the developmental needs of youth and young adults, and foster community.
  • Stay current in technologies related to library services for youth and teens and seek new ways to utilize the best technological developments in the youth department.
  • Assist the Youth Services Librarian as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities 

  • Assist with supervision of Shelving Assistants and library substitutes when alone at the youth desk.
  • Assist with supervising and training adult and teen volunteers in the youth department.

Qualifications 

  • Ability to plan and implement projects independently while communicating with and balancing the team’s needs.
  • Ability to organize and self-direct work responsibly.
  • Ability to deal effectively with youth library patrons, especially children from preschool through high school and their caregivers, as well as a variety of outside individuals, such as staff of local schools, performing artists, other youth librarians, and community groups.
  • Ability to stay current in technologies required to perform work duties.
  • Responsive to change and demonstrates adaptability.
  • Ability to assess volatile or potentially dangerous situations with patrons and exercise judgment while following library procedures for the safety of staff and patrons.
  • Ability to establish rapport and deal courteously and efficiently with various individuals, working effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies.
  • Ability to use discretion in managing confidential information.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor.
  • Work professionally with people from various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and others.
The City of Essex Junction is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment. We strive to build a team that reflects diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. By embracing inclusivity in all aspects of our work, we enhance our ability to serve the community with innovation, responsiveness, and compassion, reflecting the vibrant diversity of the residents of Essex Junction.
– Posted 10/24/25

Library Collections Assistant – Dartmouth Libraries (Hanover, NH)

Dartmouth is hiring for a Library Collections Assistant position. Come and work with a collaborative, dynamic group of colleagues. As an integral part of the Libraries’ Collection Management & Preservation team, the Library Collections Assistant will carry out daily talks associated with the circulation and maintenance of the Libraries’ physical materials. This includes paging and reshelving books as well as participating in the ongoing care and maintenance of library stacks. Working under the supervision of the Library Collections Operations Manager, the Collections Assistant will also support discrete special projects as needed, such as large-scale collection moves. While this position is primarily based at Dartmouth’s Baker Berry Library, work will occasionally be performed at the Library Collections Services Facility (LCSF), a high-density storage facility in Lebanon, NH.

Bring your unique skills and experience, grow them through professional development and engagement with library communities, and help us to make the Dartmouth Libraries a research engine, powering knowledge.

Interested?

You can learn more about the position and apply at: https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/80412/

Hiring range: $22.00-$24.53 Hourly

Do you have questions?

Contact Elena Cordova, Head of Collection Management & Preservation, at elena.m.cordova@dartmouth.edu

Review of applications will begin 8/12/25.

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

– Posted 8/20/25

Youth Services Library Assistant- Lebanon Public Libraries (Lebanon NH)

The Youth Services Library Assistant is responsible for providing children’s programs, services, and information to children, their caregivers, and other library patrons; providing instruction and access to materials; purchasing print and non-print materials for the children’s collection; general reference and circulation services.
 
This is a part time position working 25 hours per week over a 4 day period. Some Saturdays and one evening per week until 6pm are required.  Hourly rate is $23.64-$31.91 per hour. Benefits include paid holidays, sick time and vacation.

Essential Functions:

  • Answer telephones; greet patrons and answer patron inquiries.
  • Receive and distribute mail and materials as required.
  • Perform general circulation program functions, such as registering new patrons; filling out patron requests and searching the database for requested materials; reserving and holding materials for patrons; receiving materials; and notifying patrons that requested materials are being held on reserve.
  • Assist patrons with computer questions or make referrals for complex requests.
  • Assist patrons in the use of Library machines and personal devices.
  • Under the direction of the Youth Services Librarian, selects, evaluates, and maintains materials in the children’s and teen collections.
  • Shelve books and other materials; prepare new materials for shelving; file materials as necessary.
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to library volunteers and interns assisting with youth programs and services.
  • Collaborate with other library staff members to develop and implement cross-departmental programs and initiatives.
  • Develop, publicize, present, and evaluate engaging library programs and services for teens, children and their caregivers both independently and collaboratively, taking into consideration principles of youth development; community assets; and the diverse educational, recreational, and personal needs of local youth.
  • Inventory Library supplies and place orders as necessary.
  • Assist with cataloging as required.
  • Work regular shifts at public desks and assist with coverage as necessary.
  • Attend meetings and trainings as required.
  • Stay abreast of current trends and best practices in library services and programming, continuously seeking opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • Performs similar or related work as required, directed or as situation dictates or as may be assigned by the Library Director and/or librarians.
  • Serve as a resource and advocate for youth literacy, providing guidance and support to parents, caregivers, and educators on fostering literacy skills in children and teens.
  • Develop, publicize, present, and evaluate engaging library programs and services for teens, children and their caregivers both independently and collaboratively, taking into consideration principles of youth development; community assets; and the diverse educational, recreational, and personal needs of local youth.
  • Selects, evaluates, and maintains materials in the library’s collection.
  • Collaborate with librarians in developing and delivering programming to children, teens, and adults; assist with publicizing programs as required.
  • Assists with outreach efforts to schools, daycare centers, and community organizations to promote library services and programs for youth.
  • Serve as a resource and advocate for youth literacy, providing guidance and support to parents, caregivers, and educators on fostering literacy skills in children and teens.
  • Conduct comprehensive reference work at the public desk, including researching diverse topics, assisting with database navigation, and addressing patron inquiries.

Recommended Minimum Qualifications:

Education, Training and Experience:
  • High school diploma required; Associate’s degree or relevant experience preferred.
  • One to three years of experience in a public library setting is preferred.
Other combinations of education and experience that qualify an individual to perform the requisite job duties and responsibilities may be considered.
 
Knowledge, Ability and Skill:
  • Knowledge of standard library practices; computer and Internet skills required.
  • Excellent verbal, written and customer service skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills; accuracy; and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced work environment; to prioritize and balance competing needs; and to apply sound judgment, sensitivity and diplomacy in addressing patron needs.
  • Ability to deal with challenging individuals and situations with professionalism and sensitivity.
  • Excellent technology skills, including the use of word processing, spreadsheet and database programs.
  • Knowledge of library and online resources and knowledge of Library holdings.
  • Ability to stay current on evolving technology, collection development, programming and educational trends in the library profession.
For a more detailed job description and the application please go to https://nh-lebanon.criterionhcm.com/jobs/412/1/#855
 
– Posted 8/7/25

Circulation Assistant – Rutland Free Library (Rutland, VT)

The Rutland Free Library is seeking an outgoing, organized individual as a circulation assistant. This is a full-time position based on a 37.5-hour work week.

The circulation department is primarily responsible for accurately checking in and out 150,000+ items a year, and for being the first point of contact for our patrons and users. Circulation assistants will also work in conjunction with our librarians on tasks related to preparation/discarding of material and maintenance of necessary files.

Many of these specialized areas of responsibility require using computer programs such as Publisher and Excel, and applicants should be comfortable with ever-changing tech.

The ideal candidate may have library experience, but ideally will work well independently and with others, have excellent customer service and critical thinking skills, and will maintain and respect patron confidentiality.

Applicants must be able to stand for long periods of time, and the position involves pushing, pulling, and lifting loads. Ability to lift 50 pounds is preferred.

The position starts at $19.73 an hour. Benefits include health, dental and life/disability insurance, vacation, and a retirement match.”

Here is the link to our job section of the website: https://rutlandfree.org/join-the-library/

– Posted 7/2/25

Information Access Assistant, Dartmouth College Health Sciences and Biomedical Libraries (Hanover, NH)

The Dartmouth College Health Sciences and Biomedical Libraries are looking to expand our team! We are seeking a qualified individual to provide excellent patron assistance at both health sciences library locations, Dana Biomedical Library on the Dartmouth College campus and Matthews-Fuller Health Sciences Library at nearby Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center.

Serves as a member of the information services team at the Health Sciences and Biomedical Libraries, providing user-centered service pertaining to information services (circulation, ready reference, technology support, course reserves, collection management and maintenance, and resource sharing) to the Geisel School of Medicine and the Dartmouth Health communities.

This position is open until filled. The hiring range is $22.00 – $24.53 per hour.

We invite you to find more information and apply at https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/79139

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Strong interpersonal skills, with demonstrated commitment to delivering user-centered public service
  • Excellent technology skills, including ability to troubleshoot software and hardware, and learn new programs and applications quickly
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and other relevant programs and software applications
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to competently interact with a diverse population of faculty, staff and students
  • Ability to work discreetly with confidential information
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and independently with limited supervision.
  • Ability to organize work effectively and to set and modify work priorities, often under pressure or with constant interruptions.
  • Ability to travel between Dartmouth campus and Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Course work or work experience in life or health sciences
  • Experience with research and searching library databases
  • Proficiency with an integrated library system, preferably ExLibris Alma
  • Experience working with Qualtrics

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

– Posted 6/12/25