Manchester City Library –
LIBRARIAN I – 8030
GRADE – 110
PAY RANGE – $26.24 – $37.40/HR – plus a comprehensive benefits package
This job opening is for a Teen Librarian in our Youth Division.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Thorough knowledge of library location or department services systems and procedures;
- Thorough knowledge of community and school programs and needs;
- Thorough knowledge of the library collection appropriate to the assignment;
- Thorough knowledge of library public service functions, procedures, policies and organization;
- Substantial knowledge of community and school programs and needs that affect assigned locations and services;
- Substantial knowledge of library circulation systems and procedures utilized by the library system;
- Substantial knowledge of public and, library computer systems and resources;
- Substantial knowledge of many subjects and literature;
- Substantial knowledge of technology and online resources;
- Some knowledge of children and young adult literature;
- Skill in listening and understanding the community and public service needs and capabilities that affect assigned locations;
- Skill in public speaking and presentations;
- Ability to provide courteous customer service in an environment that may at times be stressful;
- Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language;
- Ability to provide leadership, motivation, and coordination of the work of others;
- Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures and instructions;
- Ability to prepare and present accurate and reliable reports containing findings and recommendations;
- Ability to serve on library committees.
- Ability to operate a personal computer using standard or customized software applications appropriate to assigned tasks;
- Ability to understand and apply National Cataloging Standards;
- Ability to use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and/or oral instructions;
- Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines;
- Ability and willingness to quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology;
- Integrity, ingenuity, and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks.
ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s Degree in Library Science, Computer Science, Public Relations Degree, or related; and
- Three to five years of library experience; or
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the work.
Learn more and apply online at manchesternh.gov
– Posted 10/20/26