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Children’s Librarian – Jones Memorial Library (Orleans,VT)

We are seeking an individual to fill the position of Children’s Librarian.  10 Hours per week including Saturdays. This is not a remote position.

Job Description

  • Collaborates with the Director and/or Library Trustees
  • Responsible for all aspects of the children’s programs which includes the advertising
  • Responsible for the collection development in the children’s room
  • Responsible for applying for children’s grants and their reports
  • Selecting and placing orders for all children’s materials within the parameters of the budget
  • Maintaining the children’s section catalog
  • Processing all children’s materials
  • Provides instruction on Library technologies and tools
  • Provide reading guidance and reference services to children and young adults
  • Work and guide volunteers for the children’s department
  • Conduct or Prepare Story Time
  • Summer reading programs
  • Afterschool and school vacation programs
  • Promotes Book Programs

Desired knowledge and skills

  • Work experience in the public library sector including a working knowledge of library systems;
  • Grant writing experience;
  • Strong organizational and time management skills;
  • Initiative, independent judgment, and political insight to ensure library services complement the needs and desires of community residents;
  • Experience and proficiency with computer technology, video conferencing platforms, and the ability to learn industry specific software.

Education

  • Minimum: High School Diploma
  • Preferred: Degree or 2-years related experience

Please send resume to: directorjonesmemoriallibrary@gmail.com
802 754 6660
Firm cutoff for applications: October 2 , 2023

Jones Memorial Library
1 Water St.
Orleans,VT  05860

– Posted 9/25/23

Library Director – Chelsea Public Library (Chelsea, VT)

Job Description
Maintains daily and long term library operations. Provides assistance to library patrons in all library services such as answering research and information queries, cataloging materials, managing collection development, and programming. This position requires that the employee
have good knowledge, skill, and ability in all phases of the public library field.

These tasks include, but are not limited to, the following:

  1. Maintaining a friendly, welcoming and clean atmosphere in the library
  2. Overseeing and managing daily operations of the library
  3. Overseeing general circulation duties: checking items in and out, cataloging all materials, searching the catalog and placing holds
  4. Training and supervising staff and volunteers
  5. Creating, planning and providing educational, informational and enrichment programs for children and young adults which are consistent with the Chelsea Public Library’s mission
  6. Coordinating efforts of the Friends of Chelsea Public Library
  7. Purchasing books, movies, and audiobooks for inclusion into the collection. Resources such as Booklist or Library Journal should be used for review purposes. Patron requests will also be taken into account if the item the patron is requesting is new (publication
    date within 6 months).
  8. Managing the library’s technology such as Internet access, computers, printers, etc.
  9. Coordinating the Vermont Interlibrary Loan Program. This includes sending items requested by other libraries to these libraries, requesting items from other libraries for patrons and keeping necessary statistics. See Interlibrary Loan Policy for more
    information.
  10. Performing research and reference transactions with patrons. These could range anywhere from technology assistance to genealogy assistance.
  11. Assisting and advertising library databases such as Vermont Online Library, Listen Up! Vermont
  12. Directing or overseeing weeding of the library’s collection. Using CREW method or Wilson catalogs for assistance in what should stay and what should go
  13. Planning and developing adult programs and general community outreach/collaboration
  14. Advertising library events and information via word of mouth, print media and online
  15. Managing and updating the website, the library’s calendar (both online and in the library containing all events), and Facebook page, etc.
  16. Preparing monthly statistical and narrative reports for the Board of Trustees regarding library operations, use and upcoming events, and yearly statistics to the town as well as the state and the Department of Libraries
  17. Attending monthly board meetings
  18. Assisting in the preparation of the annual budget and maintaining the librarian’s budget for collection development, etc.
  19. Adhering to policies and procedures as established by the Chelsea Public Library Board of Trustees
  20. Overseeing Strategic Planning in conjunction with appropriate committees and Board of Trustees
  21. Affiliating with state and professional organizations and attending professional meetings and workshops.
  22. Deciding when to close the library due to inclement weather or emergency circumstances
  23. Working Saturday hours
  24. Performing other duties as needed

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • General knowledge of the principles and methods of modern library services including automated systems and electronic and digital resources
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Strong communication 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
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision
  • Ability to delegate authority
  • Ability to be trained in the various technological advances in the library profession such as the utilization of computerized equipment and computer applications

Education

  • Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science Required.
  • Master of Library Science preferred.
  • Vermont Public Library Certification preferred at start of tenure.
  • 2-3 Years of Public Library Experience Required

Benefits
Health insurance provided. Dental and vision excluded.

Salary & Hours
24-30 hours weekly, including Saturdays. The hourly rate is $25.50 per hour paid every 2 weeks.

Reports to
The Chelsea Public Library Board of Trustees.

To apply
Send resume to: Kezia Frayjo, Library Chair, via email at: keziavermont@gmail.com

– Posted 8/30/23

Library Substitute – Brownell Library (Essex Junction, VT)

Part Time
Entry Level
Essential Functions
  • Work directly with patrons, checking library materials in and out on the computer, renewing items, and placing and filling hold requests.
  • Prepare items for shelving and keep materials in order.
  • Register new patrons for library cards and add HomeCard patrons to the patron database.
  • Follow procedures for opening or closing the library during morning or evening shifts.
  • Help patrons find materials in the library and answer directional and basic reference questions.
  • Assist patrons with the use of computer software and the Internet.
  • Refer to programming calendars and staff updates to stay up to date on what’s happening in the library and consult procedures manuals to help meet patrons’ needs.
  • Stay current in technologies required to perform work duties.
  • Stay current on safety protocols in the library.

Qualifications

  • Ability to deal courteously and efficiently with a variety of individuals.
  • Ability to communicate with other library staff about job duties, collections, patron needs, and scheduling.
  • Ability to use basic office equipment such as phones, computers, and the Internet.
  • Must be able to organize alphabetically and by number.
  • Must be attentive to details.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor.
  • Ability to use discretion in managing confidential information.
  • Work professionally with people from a wide variety of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and others.

Rate of Pay: $14.00 per hour.

– Posted 7/25/23

Library Assistant – Fletcher Free Library (Burlington, VT)

Fletcher Free Library, Burlington, Vermont
Job Opportunity

Library Assistant 1 – Circulation Desk – Part Time
Salary:  $25.45 Hourly   Pay Grade: 14
Opening Date:  07/19/2023  Closing Date:  8/6/2023 11:59 PM
Non-Exempt
Union Affiliation: American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). Pay Grade: 14

This position is responsible for performing patron service, technology assistance and general clerical work at the circulation desk. This position will work at both our downtown branch and our New North End branch.  Includes on weekend day and one evening per week.

The full job posting can be found here:  Library Assistant 1 – Circulation Desk – Part Time

This posting, as well as other current positions, can be found on the City’s Employment Opportunities page.

Our website allows applicants to create an account, apply for a job online and receive email notifications based on interest preferences.

Please contact our Human Resources Department with any questions over the phone at 802-540-3057 or via email at careers@burlingtonvt.gov.

– Posted 7/25/23

Youth Services Library Assistant – Temporary – Norwich Public Library (Norwich, VT)

The Norwich (VT) Public Library seeks an energetic and dedicated individual interested in joining our team on a temporary basis. We are a
busy library and are looking for a passionate Youth Services Assistant to become a part of our community from August 22, 2023, until December 29, 2023. This position will focus on providing services in the Youth Services Department but will also work within other library areas as needed.

Our ideal candidate will love interacting with youth from birth through high school age and their caregivers and will exhibit:
•       Creativity
•       Flexibility
•       Excellent customer service
•       A sense of humor
•       The qualities of a team player
•       Enthusiasm
•       Strong organization skills
•       Attention to detail

Job responsibilities include:
•       Collaboration with the Youth Services Librarian in developing programs for youth and families
•       Provides circulation and reference assistance
•       Maintain a welcoming and aesthetically pleasing environment

Qualifications:
•       Experience working with children and families
•       Proficient with technology

What does a typical day look like for the Youth Services Assistant?

You’ll spend the majority of your time in the youth services department doing everything from pulling books for displays to helping kids and
caregivers find the materials and information they need to checking out materials. Your day may also include shelving returned items, helping prepare materials for upcoming programs including craft preparation, straightening shelves, or assisting with programs.

One of the most important aspects of the job will be brainstorming with the Youth Services Librarian about timely, on trend ideas for displays and programs that provide learning and leisure opportunities for the Norwich community of kids from newborns through high school and their caregiver. Enjoying conversation and collaboration are a must!

As a member of the staff, you will be expected, at times, to provide service in other areas of the library.

This position is 20 hours per week & reports to the Youth Services Librarian.
Hours are Monday – Friday 1:30pm – 5:30pm. Pay scale $18.50 – $19.50/hour.

Send cover letter and resume to npljobsearch@gmail.com.
Position open until filled.

– Posted 6/27/23

Outreach Archivist (Independent Contractor) – New England Yearly Meeting of Friends (NEYM) (Worcester, MA)

New England Yearly Meeting of Friends (NEYM), the denominational organization of Quaker congregations in the six New England states, is seeking applicants for the part- time independent contractor role of Outreach Archivist. The NEYM Archives and Historical Records Committee—which will work closely with and be supported by the Outreach Archivist—is responsible for both encouraging meetings (local congregations) and other groups within the Yearly Meeting organization to adopt good practice to preserve and donate their records to the New England Yearly Meeting Archives held by the Special Collections and University Archives (SCUA) at the W. E. B. Dubois Library at UMass Amherst.

Responsibilities
The Outreach Archivist will work with the Archives Committee and SCUA to reach out to meetings within New England Yearly Meeting to ensure that they are creating, gathering, and transferring permanent records to SCUA. This work will include identifying meetings and committees whose records are not complete and, where possible, working with those groups to find and transfer those records. The Outreach Archivist will also provide workshops and consultation to groups within New England Yearly Meeting on both record-keeping and helping to identify what should be transferred to the Archives at SCUA. The Outreach Archivist will provide reference consulting to Meetings regarding
both locations of existing records as well as support in what and how they should archive Meeting records.

The Archivist will meet regularly with the Archives Committee and will need to be able to travel and meet with groups such as quarterly meetings (regional sub-groups of congregations), to offer information sessions or workshops at Yearly Meeting Sessions (annual conference), as well as local meetings throughout New England.

Qualifications
Required or preferred qualifications include:

  • Knowledge of Quaker history and organizational structure and/or experience with other religious records
  • Knowledge of archival best practice
  • Experience as both a practicing Quaker and a practicing archivist
  • An interest in working closely with a wide range of people
  • Experience in planning and leading workshops
  • The ability to travel with a personal vehicle
  • The ability to occasionally work nights and weekends

It is anticipated that this consulting position will require 125 to 200 hours per year. The hourly rate will be based on experience and professional qualifications, within a range of $50.00 to 65.00 per hour. Mileage reimbursement will be provided for any required travel. The hours worked are expected to be invoiced at least quarterly by the consultant. These invoices will include description of services provided as well as hours worked and mileage accrued.

Please submit resume and cover letter of interest to archives@neym.org.

– Posted 6/6/23

Circulation/Saturday Librarian – Charlotte Library (Charlotte, VT)

The Charlotte Library is looking for a community-minded team player to serve as Circulation/Saturday Librarian beginning July 1, 2023.

Duties for the 16-hour a week position include:

  • Maintain circulation records such as patron registration and collection tracking
  • Communicate with patrons and other libraries regarding overdues, restrictions and invoices
  • Assist Inter-Library Loan Librarian with management of ILL services
  • Manage and coordinate library operations on Saturdays.

Ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, organized work habits, eye for detail, comfort working in a busy and varied setting, collaborative ethic, and, ability to use and create reports and spreadsheets.

A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience as well as past library experience preferred.

A full job description can be found here: https://bit.ly/3OqT3rt. The pay range is $17.00 to $21.35 depending on experience.

To apply, please send cover letter and resume to Margaret Woodruff, Library Director: margaret@charlottepubliclibrary.org. Deadline: June 5, 2023.

The Charlotte Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

– Posted 5/31/23

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