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Outreach and Programming Library Assistant – Richmond Free Library (Richmond, VT)

The Richmond Free Library is seeking an Outreach and Programming Library Assistant. This position is ideal for someone who loves the role and potential of libraries, enjoys working with people, and is a team player who can work independently and see projects to completion.
 
JOB DESCRIPTION
Richmond Free Library
Library Assistant 2: Outreach and Programming
Part-time, 24 hours per week
Some evening and weekend hours required
 
The Outreach and Programming Librarian is responsible for developing and implementing programming for the library (primarily adult, with some support of youth and family programs) and promoting the Richmond Free Library’s services, resources, and programs in the community. This person will also curate our art displays and assist with book displays and our growing Library of Things. In addition, this person will assist patrons and carry out general library services and duties as needed.
 
Essential Job Functions
  • Develops and implements effective programming and events for adults, and in conjunction with youth librarian for families and youth.
  • Develops, implements and monitors promotion and outreach about programs & library services including communication through online portals, such as our webpage, Facebook and Instagram pages, and Front Porch Forum; posters; local print newspapers and online calendars with direction from the Director and Youth Librarian.
  • Organizes art shows for library gallery space.
  • Monitors, curates and grows the Library of Things in conjunction with the Director.
  • Knowledge of and ability to facilitate use of digital resources such as Libby, Hoopla and Library’s catalog with patrons.
  • Fosters collaborative relationships with individuals and organizations.
  • Assists patrons and carries out general library services as needed.
Experience and Qualifications
  • Professional experience in a public library setting is preferred.
  • Familiarity with and passion for the role and importance of public libraries.
  • Demonstrated results in creating engaging, successful programming, and event management with diverse topics.
  • Familiarity with digital communication avenues and demonstrated ability to promote/market events, programs and services through various channels.
  • Knowledge of PC/Windows functions and applications (including Microsoft Office, Internet browsers, associated devices, email applications, basic technical trouble-shooting).
  • Attention to detail and careful accuracy in work.
  • Excellent written and verbal skills and public speaking ability.
  • Experience working with volunteers is preferred.
Education
  • BA or BS required.
Physical Requirements: Work is performed under typical library and office conditions. Duties require intermittent light to moderate physical effort in carrying, lifting, or moving materials, boxes, or equipment. Duties may also include some general maintenance, such as light cleaning, removal of trash and recycling, and snow shoveling.
 
Compensation: This is a part-time position of 24 hours per week and includes paid holidays, vacation, sick time and retirement benefits through VMERS. This role requires some weekend and evening availability. Pay begins at $20.91/hr.
 
Application review will begin on October 2nd and continue until the position is filled.
Please send a cover letter, resume and three references to Richmond Free Library, Assistant Director, Wendy DeForest, at wdeforest@richmondvt.gov or Richmond Free Library, PO Box 997, Richmond VT 05477.
 
– Posted 9/18/24

Circulation Specialist – South Burlington Public Library (South Burlington, VT)

The South Burlington Public Library is seeking a full time Circulation Specialist who will support the Circulation Librarian to ensure a friendly, effective and efficient library experience and to provide optimal accessibility to the library’s collection and services. This position is responsible for several administrative systems including overdues, supplies and budgets. The Circulation Specialist will carry out routine Circulation Desk duties and assist the Librarian with defining and implementing new and existing circulation and reader’s advisory procedures. They will oversee community volunteers and will work well with all departments, cross training at other desks as needed. $47,590.40 and excellent benefits. Join us!  Read more at the City job board.

– Posted 9/7/24

Information Access Assistant – Dartmouth College (Hanover, NH)

Dartmouth College Libraries seeks an Information Access Assistant for a part-time, weekend position (10 hours/week) at Baker-Berry Library in Hanover, NH. The role involves staffing public service desks providing direct patron assistance, and support for the Access Services department. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, strong communication skills, and customer service expertise. Library experience is preferred. The position requires on-site work Saturdays and Sundays from 9:30am to 2:30pm. Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

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: Dartmouth College Applicant Portal | Information Access Assistant

Hiring range: $20 – $22.50

Do you have questions?

Contact Karen MacPhee at karen.macphee@dartmouth.edu

Review of applications will begin (9/3/24), and will continue until the position is filled.

About Dartmouth: Founded in 1769, Dartmouth is a member of the Ivy League and consistently ranks among the world’s greatest academic institutions. The Dartmouth Libraries is dedicated to supporting teaching, learning, and research and works in partnership with the students and faculty of the School of Arts & Sciences, the Thayer School of Engineering, the Tuck School of Business, the Geisel School of Medicine, and the Guarini School of Graduate and Advanced Studies. Dartmouth Library is supported by a highly committed staff of about 145. The Dartmouth College Library is a member of the Ivy Plus Libraries Confederation, the Association of Research Libraries, CRL, NERL, HathiTrust, CLIR/DLF, and the Library Publishing Coalition.

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 9/4/24

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

The Howe Library in Hanover, NH is looking for a part-time Youth Services Library Assistant to join our team.  If you enjoy working with youth and families in a busy library, consider working at the Howe.  Under the supervision of the Youth Services Manager, this position is responsible for planning and conducting programs for young children, staffing the children’s area, and assisting library users. This position will include working some evenings and weekends.

For complete job description: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/hanovernh

 Salary: 20+ hrs/week – $27.27 Hourly

 To apply please submit application, cover letter, and resume to: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/hanovernh/jobs/4597659/youth-services-library-assistant

– Posted 7/31/24

Temporary Assistant Librarian – Essex Free Library (Essex, VT)

The Essex Free Library in Essex, VT is receiving applications for temporary employment for an Assistant Librarian.

The qualified candidate will have interest, experience, and familiarity with literature, excellent patron service skills, and proficient technology skills. Some college experience and some prior library experience is desired. The salary for this role is $17-$19 per hour depending on qualifications and experience of the candidate.

This role is Temporary and is anticipated to last for approximately 18 weeks. The chosen candidate will work Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm and every other Saturday from 9am to 2pm. On weeks when they are working on Saturday, their Monday hours would be 9am to 12pm. Each week’s total is approximately 40 hours. There may be an opportunity for the chosen candidate to join the library’s substitute pool at the end of this assignment. 

Applications can be submitted online at https://essexvt.bamboohr.com/careers/133, or interested candidates can pick up a paper application at 81 Main St, Essex Junction, VT 05452. This position is open until filled. 

The Town of Essex is an equal opportunity employer.

– Posted 7/18/24

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 and records management disposition efforts.

This position requires working at two different locations–Dartmouth’s Baker Berry Library and the Library Collections Services Facility (LCSF), which is a new offsite, high-density storage facility in Lebanon, NH. The LCSF is a climate-controlled warehouse environment. 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.

Required Qualifications: 

  • Associate’s Degree, or equivalent
  • One to three years of library collections, records management, library storage operations, warehouse or related work experience
  • Comfortable working at heights up to 30 feet and in temperatures ranging from 50 – 60 degrees Fahrenheit
  • The ability to lift 50 pound boxes throughout a work-day.
  • The ability to lift materials overhead
  • Must be able to operate a variety of warehouse machinery, including manual and powered lifts
  • The ability to comprehend complex filing systems
  • Demonstrated creative thinking and problem-solving skills
  • The ability to work in a highly demanding and fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Interested?
You can learn more about the position and apply at:  https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/74337/

Hiring range: $20.00 – $22.00 hr

Do you have questions?
Contact: Elena Cordova, Head of Collection Management & Preservation elena.m.cordova@dartmouth.edu

Review of applications will begin July 19, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled.

ABOUT DARTMOUTH Founded in 1769, Dartmouth is a member of the Ivy League and consistently ranks among the world’s greatest academic institutions. The Dartmouth Libraries is dedicated to supporting teaching, learning, and research and works in partnership with the students and faculty of the School of Arts & Sciences, the Thayer School of Engineering, the Tuck School of Business, the Geisel School of Medicine, and the Guarini School of Graduate and Advanced Studies. Dartmouth Libraries is supported by a highly committed staff of about 145. The Dartmouth Libraries is a member of the Ivy Plus Libraries Confederation, the Association of Research Libraries, CRL, NERL, HathiTrust, CLIR/DLF, and the Library Publishing Coalition.

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 6/19/24

Circulation Library Assistant – Whiting Library (Chester, VT)

SUMMARY
The Library Assistant assists the Library Director and Youth Services Librarian with the library’s day-to-day operations, including Circulation Services, Technical Services, and Public Services. This position is part-time (16-20 hours) and includes a Saturday shift. The starting pay range is $16 to $17 an hour. To apply, send a cover letter and resume to Gail Zachariah at Director@WhitingLibrary.org. Please use the subject line “Library Assistant Position.” Applications received by May 31 will be given preference.

SUPERVISION
The Library Assistant is appointed by the Library Director with the Board of Trustees’ approval and is responsible to the Library Director.

RESPONSIBILITY AND DUTIES

  • Circulation Services
  • Serves as the public’s first contact upon entering the library and acquaints guests with resources.
  • Performs all aspects of automated circulation, including checking out and renewing. Searches the catalog for materials requested by patrons and informs patrons of their arrivals.
  • Provides information, instruction, and assistance to library patrons on library programs, procedures, and policies; responds to all requests, inquiries, and complaints, referring patrons to other departments as appropriate.
  • Assist patrons in using the copy machine and other equipment and responding to equipment problems.
  • Accepts membership applications and issues library cards
  • Notifies patrons of overdue materials
  • Receives payments for fines, fees, sales, and donations
  • Offers readers’ advisor and reference services
  • Collects and compiles circulation statistics for monthly reports
  • Assists in training volunteers and new staff members
  • Complies with policies and procedures
  • Alerts the Library Director when changes in policies and procedures are needed
  • Technical Services:
  • Maintains displays and shelving locations of library materials.
  • Repairs print and non-print materials.
  • Creates documents and publicity materials.
  • Receives interlibrary loan materials.
  • Packages and returns outgoing interlibrary loan materials.
  • Processing withdrawn materials.
  • Other Duties as requested or assigned, but not limited to:
  • Assists in the maintenance and safety of the library building and grounds as necessary.
  • Assists with programs, exhibits, activities, and events.
  • Attends meetings and workshops.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A high school diploma is required; a college degree and relevant work experience are preferred. The required abilities are computer skills, customer service skills, dependability, friendliness, willingness to learn new skills, patience, and the ability to work with the public. A knowledge of library automation systems is preferred.

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

– Posted 5/20/24

Youth Services Assistant – Plainfield Public Libraries (Plainfield, NH)

Library Assistant- Youth Services Assistant
Part-time: 8 hours per week/no benefits 

Job Duties

 The Plainfield Public Libraries seeks a community-oriented, outgoing, creative, and tech-savvy individual to serve as the library’s Youth Services Assistant.

  • Under the direction of the Library Director, assist children, parents, and adults who work with children in selecting library materials through readers’ advisory where appropriate.
  • Lead children and teen program planning, and conduct programs and events as needed such as story times, summer reading programs, school visits, and special interest programs.
  • Promote literacy and provide materials that reflect the diverse interests of the community.
  • Maintain the appearance of the children’s and teen room, including the condition of the shelves, displays, and general atmosphere.
  • Assist patrons with using public computers, and personal devices as it relates to library services, and navigating the library catalog.
  • Performs Circulation Desk duties as needed including checking in/out of materials, issuing library cards, locating material in the library, using the online catalog, answering phone calls, and other circulation duties.
  • Performs other related duties as required.

The salary for this position is $13.50 per hour. To apply, send a cover letter and resume to Jim Allen, Library Director @ PPL at jim.allen@plainfieldlibraries.org. Please use the subject line “Youth Services Assistant Position.”

Review of applications and interviews will begin immediately. The position will stay open until filled.

The Library is an equal-opportunity employer.

– Posted 5/17/24

Information Access Assistant – Dartmouth Libraries (Hanover, NH)

Dartmouth Libraries is hiring for a part-time, weekend evenings Information Access Assistant position. Come join the Access Services team in providing essential customer service at the Baker-Berry Library circulation desk. The position is a part-time position (16 hours/week) scheduled to work Saturdays and Sundays from 6pm-2am. The position will be responsible for closing the Baker-Berry Library on weekend evenings; responding to a variety of in-person, telephone, and email information requests; and working on a variety of departmental projects such as pulling books for hold requests.

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/73436

Hiring range: $20.00 – $22.50/hour

Do you have questions?
Contact: Alexis Gomez, Evening Circulation and Reserves Supervisor, alexis.m.gomez@dartmouth.edu

Review of applications will begin 5/20/24, and will continue until the position is filled.

ABOUT DARTMOUTH Founded in 1769, Dartmouth is a member of the Ivy League and consistently ranks among the world’s greatest academic institutions. The Dartmouth Library is dedicated to supporting teaching, learning, and research and works in partnership with the students and faculty of the School of Arts & Sciences, the Thayer School of Engineering, the Tuck School of Business, the Geisel School of Medicine, and the Guarini School of Graduate and Advanced Studies. Dartmouth Library is supported by a highly committed staff of about 145. The Dartmouth College Library is a member of the Ivy Plus Libraries Confederation, the Association of Research Libraries, CRL, NERL, HathiTrust, CLIR/DLF, and the Library Publishing Coalition.

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 5/17/24

Library Assistant I-Circulation – Ilsley Public Library (Middlebury, VT)

Description
Ilsley Public Library is seeking to fill the Library Assistant I-Circulation position. This position has extensive opportunity to interact with the public and carries out a range of library circulation duties, including checking books in and out, light reference and tech support, and readers’ advisory. While the position will be primarily based at the adult circulation desk at Ilsley, there will also be opportunities to work on the youth circulation desk and at the Sarah Partridge Branch Library. Our team of librarians work together to create a culture of operational excellence, continual professional development…and fun! This position requires evening and Saturday hours. The below schedule is tentative, but gives an idea of the likely hours:

  • Wednesday, 12 pm -6 pm
  • Thursday, 12 pm-6 pm
  • Friday, 12-4 pm
  • Saturday, 9 am-1 pm

The library anticipates a major renovation and expansion beginning in early 2025 and ending in the summer of 2026. In February 2025, the library will relocate to the Duclos Building on Main Street for the construction period, and staff schedules will likely change at this time.

About the Ilsley Public Library
Established in 1848, Ilsley Public Library serves Middlebury, Vermont and its surrounding towns with a staff of seven full-time librarians, five part-time librarians, 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 40,000 physical items with an annual circulation of over 120,000 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
This is a part-time temporary non-union position. The established starting rate for this position is $16.38/hour. The anticipated first day is June 1, 2024.

Application
You may review the position description in full here: https://www.ilsleypubliclibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Library-Assistant-I-Circulation-11.29.2023.pdf

Please email a cover letter and resume to Crystal Grant (cgrant@townofmiddlebury.org).

– Posted 5/13/24