Tag Archives: Part-Time

Part-Time Reference Assistant – Howe Library (Hanover, NH)

The Howe Library is recruiting for a part-time Reference Assistant to assist and provide information services to library patrons at the reference desk. This is a 10 hour per week non-benefited position. Some weekend and evening work required. Starting rate $23.68 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience. A complete job description (including minimum qualifications) is available here.

Applications must be submitted through the Town of Hanover’s online recruiting system. For instructions, please visit www.hanovernh.org and select Employment. All job offers contingent on outcome of background check. The Town of Hanover is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

– Posted 6/2/22

Lower School Librarian – Crossroads Academy (Lyme, NH)

Job Details
Application Deadline: Posted until Filled
Posted : May 17, 2022
Starting Date: July 1, 2022

Job Description
Librarian Responsibilities:

  • Maintain library space in a neat and orderly fashion
  • Order library books to keep collection updated
  • Coordinate Birthday Books program, including updating Amazon Wishlist and writing thank you notes to families
  • Monitor library for checking in/out books
  • Gain and maintain fluency in Destiny and Titlepeek
  • Barcoding and cataloguing classroom texts
  • Assist teachers/students re: books, materials and library skills
  • Meet once weekly with Lower School classes (K-5) for read aloud, activities, introduction to new books, and library skills
  • Assist teachers with special research projects when requested
  • Coordinate and supervise library volunteers
  • Prepare lessons for a substitute in the event of an absence
  • Attend faculty meetings and meetings/workshops on scheduled teaching days
  • Ready the library for summer admissions season within one week of the close of the current school year
  • Consider implementing a book fair or author events

Other Responsibilities:

  • Assist where needed with lunch and recess two days per week
  • Substitute teacher as needed

Salary begins at $18.50/hour.

To apply for this position click here.
Position Type: Part-time (50%)
Positions Available: 1
Job Category : Student Services > Librarian/Media Specialist

Employer Description
Crossroads Academy is a K–8 independent coeducational day school located on a beautiful 140-acre campus in Lyme, New Hampshire. Our mission is to provide an academically challenging curriculum with a special emphasis on character education to enthusiastic students in a warm, nurturing environment. Our graduates have been accepted in the honors programs in local high schools as well as the best boarding schools in the region. They excel in academics and are known for their excellent citizenship, motivation, and strong study skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Crossroads Academy is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Requirements

  • Master degree preferred
  • Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information
Jamie Marsha
95 Dartmouth College Highway
Lyme, New Hampshire 03768
Phone: 603-795-3111
Fax: 603-795-4329
Email: click here

– Posted 5/26/22

Librarian – Russell Memorial Library (Monkton, VT)

Russell Memorial Library is looking for friendly, book-loving folks to join our staff! Pay starts at $15.40 per hour with shifts of roughly four hours per week. Time of week is negotiable- while the kids are in school!- and more hours may be available. We are happy to train you from zero, just bring an open mind, good customer service, and a love of books. Contact us at russellmemlibrary@gmail.com or 453-4471.

– Posted 5/26/22

Assistant Library Director – John G. McCullough Free Library (North Bennington, VT)

The John G. McCullough Free Library in North Bennington has initiated a search for a Youth Services Librarian. This is a full-time position.

The Assistant Library Director supports the day-to-day operation and mission of the library by ensuring pleasant, fruitful experiences for visitors, callers, and querents. The Assistant Library Director ensures that the library is an informed, courteous, responsible member of interlibrary lending networks. Visit the library website for a full job description.

Applicants should email a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to mclibrary@comcast.net.

– Posted 5/12/22

Library Director – New Salem Public Library (New Salem, MA)

Position description

 The New Salem Public Library Trustees are seeking applications for a Library Director who will be responsible for curating a library that welcomes everyone, inspires a love of reading and learning, and connects people with engaging programs and resources.

The New Salem Public Library is our community cultural center. It is a place where we gather for learning, creating projects, reading aloud to groups as well as our main resource center. The Library Director will play a major role in our community, and we seek a special individual to deliver exceptional service to our residents. This is an ideal role for someone who is excited by the unique position of libraries in a modern era, and is interested in part-time, community-based work creating important programming and services for all ages in a recently renovated facility.

Responsibilities 

  • Managing a part-time staff of three, our candidate will be responsible for the following duties: (Please go to newsalemlibrary.org for a complete job description and overview of the library)
  • Maintaining and securing the collection, purchasing materials for the library, keeping current with patrons and media sources for new acquisitions, and weeding regularly.
  • Initiating programming, including children’s reading programs, holiday events, and educational events that enrich the community at all age levels.
  • Communicating with and supporting the Friends of the Library group.
  • Overseeing the maintenance of the building and the physical appearance of the library, and arranging for needed services with contractors and service technicians.
  • Providing professional assistance to the Trustees in developing library policies covering all aspects of library service, administration, and maintenance.

Qualifications 

  • Considerable knowledge of the methods of library administration and management: including personnel, planning, collection development, programming, public relations, and budgeting.
  • Adaptability, initiative, tact, courtesy, and good judgment.
  • Work is performed under typical office and library conditions; work environment is moderately quiet; regular schedule requires evening and weekend work.
  • Bachelor’s degree with 3 years of library experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Professional or Subprofessional Certificate of Librarianship from the MBLC or agreement to complete the work for this in the first 5 years of employment.
  • Certificate of Special Training in Basic Library Techniques from the MBLC or agreement to complete the work for this in the first 5 years of employment.
  • Candidate must complete a CORI inquiry.

Employment details 

This a 19 hour per week position at a $24 hourly rate.  Prorated vacation, sick time and holidays.

How to Apply 

The candidate will be responsible for submitting a letter of interest and a resume to the Board of Trustees for consideration by May 16, 2022.  Please email resume and cover to mackay.selectman@gmail.com or mail to New Salem Public Library Attention Sue Dunbar 23 S. Main St. New Salem, MA 01355 

– Posted 5/3/22

Library Clerk – Converse Free Library (Lyme, NH)

Converse Free Library in Lyme is seeking a friendly, service-oriented, and organized person for the position of Library Clerk. The essential job duties of this position include (but are not limited to):

  • performing circulation desk operations
  • greeting patrons in a friendly manner, answering telephone and emails in a professional and pleasant manner
  • assisting staff with interlibrary loans
  • accomplishing collection maintenance tasks (covering and repairing books, etc.)
  • shelving and weeding newspapers and magazines; shelving books and other materials in numerical and alphabetical order
  • providing general information about library services and the facility
  • assisting in opening and closing the library, emptying book drops, updating bulletin boards, photocopying materials, and maintaining publicity materials
The qualifications we are seeking for this position are a high school diploma or the equivalent (required), and/or some college (preferred). Excellent approach to customer service towards patrons of all ages and backgrounds is essential, as is proficiency using a computer. Library experience a plus.

This is a part-time position, 20 hours per week, including rotating Wednesday-evening shifts. The beginning hourly wage is $13.50 per hour. Benefits include sick time and vacation time. No insurance benefits included. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for someone considering a career in public libraries. The position is available beginning May 23, 2022.

A complete job description is available at https://lymenhlibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/LIBRARY-CLERK.2022.pdf

 
Converse Free Library and the Town of Lyme are equal opportunity employers.
 
Please send resume with letter of interest to:
Judith G. Russell, Library Director
jrussell@lymenhlibrary.org

Converse Free Library
38 Union Street
Lyme, NH  03768

Applications accepted until 05/13/2022 or position is filled.

– Posted 4/20/22

Library Assistant – Albany Public Library (Albany, VT)

The Albany Public Library is seeking a Library Assistant (6 hours a week) to begin mid-May, 2022. The assistant position supports the part-time library director with the operations of the library such as working the circulation desk, managing interlibrary loans, offering direct patron support, and helping to plan and implement library programs. Must be 18 years or older, be comfortable with using technology, and enjoy reading and people.

Starting pay is $15/hour. Please send a cover letter, resume, and three references to: albanypubliclibraryvt@gmail.com by April 22, 2022.
– Posted 4/11/22

Part Time Library Assistant – Putney Public Library (Putney, VT)

Location: Putney Public Library, Putney, VT
Contact information: emily@putneylibrary.org
Job Title: part time library assistant

The Putney Public Library is seeking a part time library assistant to work two afternoons per week and additional substitute hours as needed.

Tasks include:

  • Providing in-person library services to the public.
  • Performing circulation, holds and interlibrary loan tasks.
  • Shelving and collections management tasks.

Requirements include:

  • Prior library experience and/or experience working directly with the public, including children.
  • Basic knowledge of library procedures, methods, and techniques.
  • Exceptional communication skills when interacting with patrons in-person, by email, or over the phone.
  • Ability to bend, lift and carry up to 25lbs.

Preference will be given to candidates that have experience with the KOHA integrated library system, especially the Catamount Library Consortium’s version.

This position’s schedule is:

  • Wednesdays 3pm-6pm
  • Thursdays 3pm-6pm
  • Substitute hours as needed.

Compensation is $15/hour.

The Putney Public Library shall assure equal opportunity to all qualified applicants. The Library will not discriminate with respect to initial appointment, advancement, and general working conditions against any person regardless of their age, race, biological sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, religious or political affiliation, or disabilities.

Please send a cover letter, resume, and contact information for two professional references to the library’s director, Emily Zervas by April 13th: emily@putneylibrary.org

– Posted 4/5/22

Library Director – Brown Library, Sterling College (Craftsbury Common, VT)

The Library Director is the primary librarian for Sterling College’s Brown Library. The Director manages the library collections, oversees the library facility, and supervises student Library Assistants in the Work Program. The Library Director reports to the Dean of Academics.

This position is a part-time role (0.5 FTE), with specific working hours flexible and negotiable but required to meet the needs of the college. Projected start date is August 2022, or before.

The full position description, salary, benefits, and application instructions can be found here.

– Posted 3/29/22