Reference Librarian – Northfield Mount Hermon (Mt. Hermon, MA)

Northfield Mount Hermon, an independent co-educational boarding school in western Massachusetts, seeks two (2) part-time reference librarians for the 2023-2024 school year for 10 to 12 hours/week. The positions have the potential to be combined into one (1) part time position for 20 hours per week for the right candidate.

The Schauffler Library is at the heart of campus and occupies an important physical and virtual space at Northfield Mount Hermon. The Adjunct Reference Librarian position plays a key role in the Library team and has the opportunity to work one-on-one with students engaged in scholarly activities.

Northfield Mount Hermon seeks a dynamic self-starter to work at the library’s reference desk and provide research, citation, and technology assistance to students. This position will cover the circulation desk as needed; coordinate the work of student assistants during assigned shifts; provide an adult presence and help to oversee study hall in the evening; and other projects as assigned. Potential projects could include working with LibGuides, electronic resources management, community engagement, or digital archives.

The successful applicant will have a Master’s degree in library science or equivalent experience and at least one year’s experience providing reference assistance and public services in a library. We will consider outstanding candidates who have not yet received their degrees but have completed core reference and technology coursework. Candidates must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and a demonstrated capacity to work effectively with colleagues and other members of the community.

Candidates are expected to have experience in equity and inclusion work that would support a diverse community in a boarding school environment. They should also have a demonstrated interest in making a positive impact on the lives of adolescents.

This position begins in late August 2023, and runs the academic year, through May 2024, with the option to renew for the following academic year. The schedule will include afternoon hours, one to two evening shifts per week, rotating Sunday evening shifts, and attending the weekly team meeting.

Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and two references via email to:

hr@nmhschool.org
Northfield Mount Hermon

One Lamplighter Way, Mt. Hermon, MA 01354
Phone: (413) 498-3229; Fax: (413) 498-3240

**Screening will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.**
Northfield Mount Hermon School is an Equal Opportunity Employer

– Posted 5/25/23

Director – Winhall Memorial Library (Bondville, VT)

Winhall Memorial Library, tucked away near the base of Stratton Mountain, is seeking a Director. This is a vibrant and well stocked library, newly automated and part of the Catamount Library Network. You will be stepping into a turnkey library.

Winhall Memorial Library Job Description May 2023

POSITION: Library Director/Librarian: 20 hour per week position

SUMMARY: The Librarian is responsible for the administration, supervision, and coordination of all activities and services of the library. They act as the library spokesperson, promoting the use of the library by all members of the community.

SUPERVISION: The Librarian is appointed by and responsible to the Board of Trustees.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Service to the community

Develops and maintains services that reflect and respond to the interests and needs of the community
Represents the library in the community by promoting and publicizing the library’s services and resources utilizing: the website, social media (Facebook, Instagram, & Twitter), MailChimp Newsletter, Front Porch Forum, Google Listing, and regular press releases to local publications; as well as preparing an annual account of the library to be included in the Town Report
Selects, orders, and catalogs new materials; responsible for all aspects of collection development
Provides reference, readers’ advisory, referral, and interlibrary loan services to patrons of all ages, educational levels, and economic backgrounds; helps the public use library resources and technology; supports borrowing through the Catamount Library Network’s catalog (Aspen Discovery), and manages the courier system
Provides materials and a venue for a monthly book discussion group, directs the discussion
Participates in the daily routine of the library as needed—shelving, circulating and returning materials, etc.
Plans, publicizes, carries out, and evaluates programs for all ages which further the library’s mission and raise the library’s profile in the community
Organizes displays and exhibits to promote the collection and the library’s services and provide an interesting and welcoming environment
Takes advantage of grant opportunities as appropriate, writing proposals and carrying out grants as they are awarded

Library Management

Fundraises with the Board of Trustees and writes grants as directed in the annual budget
Spends and monitors budgeted funds in a responsible manner
Attends all board meetings, reporting on library activity
Develops and evaluates procedures for the smooth running of the library
Supervises maintenance of the building, reporting problems to the Town
Collects and analyzes library statistics
Communicates and cooperates with the local and state library community, including preparing the annual statistical report and standards application for the Vermont Department of Libraries
Supervises the automation system (KOHA) and the public access computers
Attends 12 meetings per year as required by the Catamount Library Network Membership Agreement: Cataloguing (6x) and Loans (6x) groups
Monitors developments and trends in the field of librarianship, paying particular attention to Vermont, by reading professional literature and taking advantage of continuing education opportunities as available and appropriate

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

General knowledge of the principles and methods of modern library services including automated systems and electronic digital resources.
Strong organization skills
Strong communications skills
- Good written and verbal expression
- Ability to be a good listener
Commitment to customer service
- Ability to identify patron needs and requirements
- Ability to initiate development of policies, procedures, programs, and activities to meet those needs

Strong technological ability

Ability to stay up to date with new social media trends
WordPress knowledge, social media, google docs, MailChimp, etc.

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. Depending on organizational needs, other duties may be assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree preferred, plus library-related experience and willingness to earn Vermont Public Library Certification within 3 years.

Benefits: Paid holidays, one week paid vacation annually
Hiring range: $20-$23 per hour

To apply, please send a letter of letter of interest and resume to winhallmemoriallibrary@gmail.com. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

– Posted 5/17/23

In-School Data Collector – National Assessment of Educational Progress

What is NAEP?

The National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), often called The Nation’s Report Card, is the largest nationally representative and continuing assessment of what students in public and private schools in the United States know and are able to do in various subjects. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education, NAEP has been conducted since 1969 and is often considered the “gold standard” in large-scale assessments.

In-school data collectors

NAEP needs staff to conduct the assessments at grades 4, 8, and 12 for the NAEP 2024 program. In-school data collectors must be available to work during school hours, when work is available, between January 29 and March 8, 2024. The data collection window may be extended due to weather or other delays. Staff receive

Paid training
Paid time and mileage reimbursement for local driving from home to schools and back
Weekly paychecks (with direct deposit)

Candidates should

Be detail-oriented
Be able to work in a team environment
Have good communication skills
Be comfortable working with technology
Be a U.S. citizen and willing to complete a background check, including FBI fingerprinting
Enjoy working in schools (prior education or research experience is a plus)

For more information visit www.WorkNAEP.com

– Posted 5/10/23

Circulation Assistant (Saturdays) – Norwich Public Library (Norwich, VT)

The Norwich Public Library is seeking a part-time Saturday Circulation Assistant.

Essential duties & responsibilities:

Performs all duties related to the circulation of library materials including assisting customers at our self-check kiosk
Assists patrons with placing items on hold
Answers phone and makes calls to patrons
Assists patrons find materials in the library
Answers directional and basic reference questions
Assists staff librarian as needed

Essential Qualifications:

Excellent customer/public service skills
Demonstrated computer literacy
Detail-oriented
Interest in working in a public library

This position is Saturdays, 10:00 – 3:00 PM

Compensation: $16.50/hour

Position open until filled. Interested applicants please submit a cover letter and resume to Lucinda Walker, Library Director at npljobsearch@gmail.com

Applications will also be accepted via walk-in at Norwich Public Library, 368 Main St. Norwich, VT or mail at PO Box 290, Norwich, VT 05055. The Norwich Public Library is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity.

– Posted 5/1/23

Youth Services Assistant Librarian – Norman Williams Public Library (Woodstock, VT)

The Norman Williams Public Library in Woodstock, VT is seeking someone to join the Youth Services team. As a librarian in our Children’s Room, the ideal candidate will exhibit a collaborative and energetic spirit while maintaining a safe and inviting environment for youth from toddlers through late teens. Excellent customer service skills and an eagerness to connect with community members through engaging programming, story times and other library services are crucial to this position. If you have genuine care for youth and have a passion for encouraging and inspiring readers, then we want to hear from you.

This is a 20 hours per week position with Saturdays and Tuesdays required.

To Apply:

Please send an email including cover letter, resume, and three references to: Adrian Tans, Youth Services Director – adrian@normanwilliams.org

Duties and responsibilities would include:

Capacity to multitask and prioritize competing demands while remaining calm, kind, positive, and detail-oriented
Assume responsibility for the preparation and hosting of a weekly story time
Provide reader’s advisory and reference services to children and teens, and their caregivers
Participating in the execution of programming and summer reading programs
Develop positive relationships with a lively afterschool crowd
Assist with book ordering for youth collections
Maintenance of youth collection
Attend library workshops and keep abreast of changes and improvements in library science
Assume additional duties as required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Flexibility and patience
Knowledge of youth literature
Good written and verbal communication skills
A willingness to collaborate and work as part of a team
A genuine care and respect for youth

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift and carry equipment or boxes weighing up to 30 lbs.
Must possess the physical ability to reach, bend, and lift frequently
This is a 20-hour per week benefited position. Availability to work Saturdays and Tuesdays is required.

To Apply:

Please send an email including cover letter, resume, and three references to Adrian Tans, Youth Services Director – adrian@normanwilliams.org

Criminal background check and valid driver’s license are required.

– Posted 4/24/23

Library Assistant – Hartland Public Library (Hartland, VT)

The Hartland Public Library seeks a 14 hour part time Library Assistant

Do you enjoy working with people?

Do you want to be an important part of a dynamic professional team

in a beautiful, rural library?

Would you like to work in a community that embraces its library as a space for everyone?

If so, Hartland Public Library is the library for you!

The Hartland Public Library is seeking a part time library assistant to provide exceptional customer service in our library serving the Upper Valley community of Hartland, VT. We’re looking for a community- focused person who has excellent attention to details. Come to Hartland and work with talented and enthusiastic colleagues; connect with and serve a supportive, engaged community; and be the regular “Saturday” staff person (working with a rotating staff team to assist you).

Primary Duties

This part-time position in the Circulation department at Hartland Public Library includes Saturday hours. This position performs all duties related to the circulation of library materials including assisting customers at our self-check kiosk. Other customer services provided by this position include: answering telephone calls and emails related to account support, assisting users to place holds and providing general information about library services. This position also includes processing of incoming materials. Individuals in this position may also help with interlibrary loan, accounts payable, daily statistics, and shelve materials as needed. This position includes 5 hours every Saturday.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree and one year of paid library work OR five years of equivalent experience required. Experience with library computer use, including the Internet and MS Office. Experience with Koha and Google Workspace is a plus. Must be able to learn new skills quickly and have excellent customer service skills.The successful candidate will be able to work cooperatively as a team member as well as independently. Must be able to push or pull carts; do a moderate amount of bending, squatting, lifting, stretching, and lift boxes up to 40 pounds.

Pay range – $16.50 – $18.00 depending on experience.

Position open until filled. Interested applicants please submit a cover letter and resume to Nancy Tusinski, Library Director at director@hartlandlibraryvt.org.

Applications will also be accepted via walk-in at Hartland Public Library 153 US Route 5 Hartland, VT 05048 or mail at PO Box 137 Hartland, VT 05048. The Hartland Public Library is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity.

See full position description here https://www.hartlandlibraryvt.org/employment-opportunities/

– Posted 4/20/23

Library Assistant – Georgia Public Library (Georgia, VT)

Georgia Public Library is accepting applications for a Library Assistant.

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.

14-16 hours per week. Saturdays 9-1 required. Potential for additional hours. Starting pay $15.00/hour.

Send cover letter and resume to Librarydirector@townofgeorgia.com

Deadline 4/16/23

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 periodicals, new acquisitions, and donations 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. Update outdoor sign regularly.Post monthly calendar to website, ensure website is updated regularly.
Patron services: check books in and out, answer reference and computer questions, provide assistance accessing ListenUp! VT and VT Online Learning, hoopla and provide reader advisory when sought
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

– Posted 4/12/23

Librarian – Mary Blood Memorial Library (West Windsor, VT)

The Mary Blood Memorial Library is searching for a new Librarian. This position is currently 16 hours per week, though this could increase. The Librarian oversees one 12 hour per month Library Assistant and one part-time Youth Services Coordinator, scheduled for 10 hours per month. The Librarian meets with the library board once a month and reports to both the library board and the town select board.

Primary duties are to create a warm and welcoming resource for the community. As the sole librarian, duties include applying professional standards in collection development, programming, reference, cataloging, scheduling, managing personnel, planning, and service to the community. As a member of GMLC using KOHA, this year we began to digitize the contents of the 123 year old library.

West Windsor (and the village of Brownsville) has a small and widely dispersed population of about 1,300 people. Our library is supported by a very active “Friends of the MLB” organization. We have an amazing general store and café, a community run ski and recreation area, an active historical society, a volunteer fire department, and our Albert Bridge K-6 elementary school. We are located about ten miles west of Route 91 at the base of Mt. Ascutney.

The Mary Blood Memorial Library has recently undergone many improvements, including;

installation of a state-of-the-art HVAC system
insulated the lower level
redesigned the main reading room, purchasing comfortable and attractive seating
culled the collection of outdated material and with carefully selected contemporary books
digitizing our collection (ongoing) and created a user-friendly web site (will go live soon)
increased patron hours
implement a new library card system (ongoing)

Rate of pay is competitive and based on experience, with potential for holiday/sick/vacation pay or retirement plan in the future. MLS degree preferred and/or the Vermont Certificate of Public Librarianship. Must be able to work well with a range of ages and abilities. If interested, please send a letter of application and resume to mfepstein@gmail.com using the subject heading MLB Librarian Position Available.

– Posted 4/4/23

Outreach/Programming Librarian – Richmond Free Library (Richmond, VT)

The Richmond Free Library is seeking an Outreach and Programming Library Assistant II. 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, Min $18/hr
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 lead the library’s sustainability initiative to achieve certification through the Sustainable Libraries Initiative. 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 library services including communication through online portals, such as our webpage, Facebook page, and Front Porch Forum; posters; local print newspapers and online calendars with direction from the Director and Youth Librarian.
Pursues certification through the Sustainable Library Initiative, embedding the concepts of triple bottom line sustainability (using practices that are environmentally sound, economically feasible, and socially equitable) into library practices, and communicating the library’s efforts to become a leader in environmental sustainability to the wider community.
Knowledge of and ability to facilitate use of digital resources such as Libby, Hoopla or 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.

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.

Please send a cover letter and resume to Richmond, Library Director, Rebecca Mueller, at library@richmondvt.gov or Richmond Free Library, PO Box 997, Richmond VT 05477.

– Posted 4/4/23

Library Services Coordinator and Library Substitutes – Tucker Free Library (Henniker, NH)

BUILDING OUR TEAM AT TUCKER FREE LIBRARY, HENNIKER NH

Join the staff of our award-winning library!

We are looking for the people who fit within our organizational value system and the ideal candidates must possess a willingness and interest in expanding one’s skills and learning new job activities. As our world changes our staff have greatly broadened their skills and taken on new tasks seemingly unrelated to “library skills”. We want staff members who are courageous, willing to seek out and take on new challenges.

Library experience is not required. We will train you on library particulars.

POSITIONS INCLUDE:

Library Services Coordinator (28 hours per week)

Library Substitutes (per need)

GO TO OUR WEBSITE AND READ THE JOB DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFIC DIRECTION TO TAKE IN COMPOSING YOUR COVER LETTER.

EMAIL RESUME & COVER LETTER TO:

Please indicate in the SUBJECT LINE which position you are applying for.

Lynn M. Piotrowicz
Tucker Free Library
PO BOX 688
Henniker, NH 03242
tuckerfree@comcast.net

The Tucker Free Library is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All are welcome to apply.

Review of applications will begin on April 5th. The positions remain open until filled. To see full details, go to tuckerfreelibrary.org

– Posted 4/3/23