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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

Youth Services Librarian – Bennington Free Library (Bennington, VT)

The Bennington Free Library seeks a creative, energetic, and community-oriented Youth Services Librarian. This full-time position plays a vital role in promoting early literacy and lifelong learning by providing inclusive, engaging library services and programming for children and their caregivers, tweens, teens, educators, and families.

The Youth Services Librarian reports to the Director, and acts as an advisor to the Director on all matters relating to the Children’s Library and Young Adult collection.  Additional duties may be assigned by the Director as appropriate.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Patron Services

  • Fosters a welcoming, safe, child-centered, inclusive and, accessible space for youth and their families
  • Serves as an advocate for children’s reading rights, supporting choice, and access to a diverse array of books and resources
  • Develops and maintains themed book displays and the Discovery Centers in the Children’s Room
  • Maintains and develops the youth services collection, including selection, weeding, and budgeting
  • Provides computer guidance for children and teens at the public access stations

Programming

  • Plans, develops, and delivers engaging programs (on-site or off) for children of all ages, including weekly storytimes, after school activities, and special monthly and annual events.
  • Develops and conducts the summer reading program.
  • Cultivates strong relationships with local schools, preschools, daycare centers, and nonprofit organizations
  • Manages and maintains Book Express, an outreach delivery service of books and materials to area preschools, childcare centers and family childcare homes
  • Provides outreach programs to area schools (classroom visits, story hours)

Administrative

  • Promotes children’s and young adult programming through various media outlets
  • Participates in VELI (Vermont Early Literacy Initiatives) and implements these grant funded initiatives
  • Supervises, assigns projects, and supports the Youth Services Assistants, page, and volunteers
  • Contributes statistical and narrative reports to the Director, as requested
  • Applies for and implements grants for youth-related programs, services, and collections, including writing grant evaluations and final reports
  • Manages a budget for grants, children’s and young adult collections, children’s programs and supplies
  • Assists Director in formulating general library policies and procedures for the Children’s Library and assists in implementing them
  • Pursues professional development opportunities to maintain knowledge of the field and utilizes resources available through the Vermont Department of Libraries
  • Performs other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:

  • Knowledge of library principles, practices, tools, policies, and procedures, including collection development, planning, coordination, evaluation of services, and budgeting.
  • Thorough knowledge of youth and teen services, programming, literature, developmental stages, and interests.
  • Proficiency in use of technology, including but not limited to library automated systems, databases, office and consumer technology, and marketing/graphic design software.
  • Skill in organizational planning and budgeting.
  • Ability to set goals, determine priorities, and complete projects independently and in a team environment.
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, with all age groups.
  • Ability to keep good records.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with both internal and external customers, including the public, supervisors, subordinates, trustees, friends, town employees, community groups, and the local press.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Normal library environment. Frequent interruptions.

May spend periods at a computer terminal or on telephone requiring eye-hand coordination and finger dexterity. Regularly required to walk, stand for (long) periods, bend, crouch, reach, and lift and carry books and materials. Must be able to lift 25 pounds. Driving a car to outside events may be required.

QUALIFICATIONS: IDEALLY:

  • Master’s degree in Library & Information Science or Information Studies from an ALA-accredited institution.
  • Two years professional, public library experience.
  • Two years of experience in youth and/or teen programming.
  • A background check is required

BENEFITS:

  • This is a 40-hour per week position. Some evening and weekend hours will be required.
  • Starting salary: $50,000-$56,000 depending on experience.
  • The position includes a benefits package, including:
  • Health insurance
  • Retirement
  • Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays

Applicants must submit a resume and a cover letter to director@bfli.org for consideration.

– Posted 10/9/25

Youth Collection Development Librarian – Kellogg-Hubbard Library (Montpelier, VT)

The Kellogg-Hubbard Library in Montpelier, VT seeks a Youth Collection Development Librarian to help advance our mission of empowering community members to become lifelong learners. While our history dates back to 1895, we strive to be a resilient, inclusive, and innovative library that continually learns and adapts to meet the changing needs of our community. We serve more than 18,000 people across six towns and have tremendous support thanks to the service provided by our exceptional staff. We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and family-friendly environment in which all staff and patrons can thrive and share their gifts. This is an exciting time of growth and opportunity at the Library, and we’d love to have you join us.
 
The Youth Collection Development Librarian serves as a subject expert for children and young adults and ensures that collections for youth ages 0-18 are current, diverse, inclusive and responsive to the community’s needs and interests. They are enthusiastic about youth literature and media, familiar with publishing trends and committed to equitable access to information and resources. They regularly collaborate with the Youth Programs and Outreach Librarian to offer Library instruction to visiting groups, and to create a welcoming physical space in the children’s Library. Working with the Head Circulation Librarian, they support new staff, substitutes, pages and volunteers on any work specific to youth areas. They work most of their hours at the Children’s Library circulation desk but are scheduled for specific times off the desk to focus on their other work. As part of their regular responsibilities, they open and close the Library, offer reference and readers’ advisory and are expected to have a thorough knowledge of all Library services. They must work well under pressure, performing multiple tasks efficiently.
 
MLS from an ALA accredited institution or four years of college and Vermont Library Certification preferred plus relevant library experience. The Youth Collection Development Librarian must have an excellent knowledge of current and emerging library best practices for youth of all ages, as well as a passion for youth literature. We believe that a safe, welcoming, and accessible space is essential for everyone, and seek a candidate who shares this value and has demonstrated experience working with a wide range of people.
 
This position is 35 hours per week and requires some evening and Saturday hours. The starting pay is $23.43 per hour along with an excellent benefits package. This position is part of the library’s collective bargaining unit. Please see our website for the complete job description and benefit summary. The anticipated first day is November 17, 2025. For more information and to apply, visit www.kellogghubbard.org/employment. Applications will be accepted through October 17, 2025.
 
– Posted 9/28/25

Library Professional – Roger Clark Memorial Library (Pittsfield, VT)

The Roger Clark Memorial Library in Pittsfield, VT is a library within a close-knit community that seeks an energetic and enthusiastic part-time library professional dedicated to providing educational, cultural, and recreational information and services for community members of all ages.

Our Mission: To be a multi-generational community center aiming to foster traditional, cultural, creative, current and technical literacy.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • A professional and friendly demeanor with all who enter the library.
  • A love of books, libraries, and helping others access the benefits of reading and other library offerings.
  • Ability to work independently and alongside other team members to carry out all of the tasks required to give excellent library service.
  • Ability to manage time, to set priorities, to be organized and communicate with other team members as needed, including the ability to shift focus from routine tasks to patron support and back.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with library patrons of all ages, trustees, volunteers, town officials and other staff members including the ability to deal tactfully, communicate effectively and maintain harmony within our community.
  • Ability and desire to respect the privacy of library patrons and the board of trustees.
  • Regular attendance pursuant to an agreed upon schedule of library open hours and related meetings with the board and other community members.
  • Demonstrable competency in the use of computers and other office equipment to accomplish library tasks including completing research for patrons.
  • Ability to comfortably work with children to encourage their use of the library.
  • Ability to complete physical tasks related to library activities and tasks, including lifting at least 30 lbs., stretching and bending.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Manage circulation desk operations, including check-in/out, maintain useful statistics, provide patron assistance, catalog new acquisitions and maintain catalog accuracy.
  • Process inter-library loan requests and track materials.
  • Collaborate with the board of trustees to research, plan and implement programs for all ages, including publicizing offerings and programs via the web, print and other media platforms.
  • Manage and regularly provide innovative content for the library website and social media platforms (Facebook and other sites) and publish a monthly newsletter in print (number of copies to be determined) and on-line.
  •  Keep current with developments in the library profession.
  • Participate in team planning and goal setting.
  • Upon request by the board of trustees, provide written reports of library activity to the board of trustees, the town and the state, including – collecting, reporting and analyzing library statistics.
  • Perform library-related work as required and by the board of trustees.

This position includes being at the library 15 – 20 hours per week, during daytime, evenings, and Saturdays with specific hours to be determined collaboratively between the library professional and the board of trustees. Compensation will be based on experience ranging from $15-$20 per hour.

Please email resume, with two references and a cover letter to the Board of Trustees at rcmlboard@gmail.com.  Application submissions made on job platforms sites will not be accepted. Application deadline is September 30, 2025. The Board of Trustees will be contacting selected applicants for interviews starting October 1, 2025.

– Posted 9/28/25

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 is a 25-hour part-time position and will include working some evenings and weekends.

For complete job description and application, cover letter, and resume submission go to: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/hanovernh

– Posted 9/19/25

Director – Wilder Memorial Library (Weston, VT)

The Wilder Memorial Library in Weston has an opening for Library Director. Minimum 20 hrs per week.

Qualifications: BA/BS degree. Experience in Libraries, MLS degree, library certificate or equivalent experience preferred. Strong interpersonal skills with children and adults, and interest in community engagement. Computer and finance skills, knowledge of social media.

Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Full position posting and for more information about applying for the position, please visit the Library website at https://wildermemoriallibrary.org

Applications due Oct 17

– Posted 9/15/25

Library Director – Johnson Public Library (Johnson, VT)

The Town of Johnson is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Library Director. The Library Director is responsible for all aspects of the day-to-day administration of the library in accordance with the policies adopted by the Library’s Board of Trustees. The Director works with the Trustees on strategic planning and is a spokesperson for the Library. The Director collaborates with the Trustees to develop the library’s annual budget and has responsibility for keeping the operations of the library within the parameters of the approved budget. The Director has overall responsibility for collection development and oversight of all library services and supervises all other library staff. This is a service position to our community. Library staff should approach each patron with respect, hospitality, and a desire to make their experience comfortable, meeting their needs within reasonable expectations and library policies.

Requirements:

  • Enthusiasm for the role of public libraries as community hubs, centers of learning, and
  • transformative institutions.
  • Masters of Library Science plus two years of experience working in libraries OR a
  • Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of three years of experience working in libraries,
  • preferably as a librarian or library director in a public or community library.
  • Vermont Certificate of Librarianship preferred, or willing to obtain and show progress toward certification within the first year of employment.
  • Experience working with the public.
  • Knowledge of integrated library systems.
  • Experience with budgets and supervision of employees is preferred.
  • Strong oral and written communication and computer skills.
  • Must be able to lift 30 pounds.
  • Must pass a background check.

This hourly position will range from 26-29 hours per week and the wage range is $25 – $28 per hour depending on qualifications and experience, plus a generous benefits package. The Town of Johnson is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

For more information, contact Library Chair Kelly Vandorn at johnsonlibrarytrustees@gmail.com

To apply, please submit a resume and references to:  johnsonlibrarytrustees@gmail.com

Or send to:
Johnson Public Library
Attn: Kelly Vandorn, Library Chair
PO Box 601
Johnson VT 05656

Open until filled.  Applicant review begins September 30, 2025.

– Posted 9/5/25

Director – Madbury Public Library (Madbury, NH)

The Madbury Public Library Board of Trustees is seeking a new Library Director who is experienced, enthusiastic, innovative, and very public service oriented.  Madbury, New Hampshire is a small town (population 1,918, total area 12.2 square miles) proud of its blend of rural charm, vibrant community, and commitment to education.  Madbury’s first permanent library, a handsome, award-winning structure, was brought to life in 2019 by the extraordinary five-year effort of volunteer Trustees, Friends of the Library, citizens, and the guiding oversight of our current but soon-to-retire Director.  The next Director’s role will entail continuing executive leadership in delivering Madbury’s public library services and programming tailored to serve the needs of the community’s residents and all library patrons.

Position responsibilities:

The Library Director reports to the Board of Trustees and plans, implements, and manages all services to the public, including library operations, personnel selection and supervision, collection development, establishing new programming, policy management, annual budget preparation, and fiscal management of the library facility, as well as collegial collaboration with neighboring public libraries.

Education, Training, and Experience:

An ALA accredited master’s degree in Library and Information Science is preferred, experience working in a library, ideally in a similar-sized community, mandatory.  Skills in personnel and financial management as well as effective communication are essential.  Candidates should be current with the latest technological resources, have a proven record of collaborative leadership, and be highly organized, innovative, and adept at fostering strong relationships with town departments, the Library Board, peers, employees, volunteers, patrons, and stakeholders.

Compensation:  $39,000-$42,000, commensurate with experience, for a 25-hour week

Benefits:  paid sick days, holidays, and vacations

Deadline for application:  October 15, 2025

Email a cover letter and resume (subject LIBRARY DIRECTOR) to madburylibrarytrustees@gmail.com. If you don’t receive confirmation of receipt within 24 hours, contact Georgeann Murphy at 603.969.2157 or georgeannmurphy@gmail.com.

Start date:  January 2, 2026, with one week of training to be scheduled the previous November or December.

– Posted 9/3/25

Library Director – Wilder Memorial Library (Weston, VT)

The Position

The Wilder Memorial Library in Weston, VT is seeking a dynamic, creative, community-oriented and mission-driven individual, a self-starter who believes in the power of libraries to transform both communities and individuals. As Director, this person will guide the Library into an exciting future in our newly renovated and expanded library scheduled to reopen in the spring of 2026. This is an incredible opportunity for the right person to lead our beautiful new Library into a new era.

Our mission is for the Library to be a key hub in our community, providing a warm, inclusive and stimulating environment for all ages.

The primary responsibilities of the Library Director are to:

  • Envision, create, and implement effective and creative programs and services for the community and be an advocate for the Library
  • Build the Library’s collection
  • Hire, coach, and evaluate employees and volunteers
  • Manage the annual budget, grant writing, and assist the Board with fundraising
  • Oversee the daily operations of the facility
  • Collaborate with library staff (two part-time staff) and Board of Trustees

Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree is required, ideally in Library Science or a related field, although applicable work experience will be considered. The successful candidate will be encouraged to work toward a Vermont Public Library certificate if they do not have a degree in Library Science, and must be willing to pursue continuing education to stay current in library science.

Management and supervisory experience is desired as is proficiency with or a willingness to learn certain software such as QuickBooks and Squarespace. Excellent communication and organizational skills are necessary and fundraising and financial management skills are desirable. This is a community-facing position and the right candidate should be able to engage the public in a positive manner; think creatively to identify the needs of the library and community; and create partnerships within the broader community. This position reports to the Board of Trustees.

Hours and Salary

This position is for a minimum of 20 hours a week, including some Saturday hours and some evenings. Pay ranges between $24-$27 hour depending upon experience. Benefits include time off for vacation and personal time.

About the Library

Wilder Memorial Library is a 125 year old municipal library housed in a 200 year old historic building with a collection of 2930 items. In 2025 we began an expansion project to honor the history of the library while adding 1300 square feet including ADA accessibility, a newly-designed children’s room, space for community events, and an open-design main floor. The town of Weston has over 600 residents and there are currently 916 registered patrons who check out an average of 220 items per month.

To Apply

Please send cover letter, resume, and contact information for 3 references to wmlapplications@gmail.com. Applications due by October 17, 2025.

– Posted 9/3/25