Director – Jones Memorial Library (Orleans, VT)

The Jones Memorial Library is seeking to hire a library director to plan, direct, and manage library operations and staff.

Essential Duties Include:

Identifying goals and implementing a plan to meet community needs;
Maintaining, advancing, and promoting the library’s policies, technology, collections, services, and programs;
Providing leadership to attract, recruit, and develop support staff and volunteers, including support staff performance reviews and scheduling;
Representing the library in the community and fostering partnerships with local civic organizations, schools, day cares and other interested parties;
Communicating and engaging with the media, community groups, Friends of the Library, and the public to inform and gather support of the library’s goals, programs and fundraising;
Developing and implementing, in conjunction with Library Trustees, a sound financial plan, to include cultivating grants, private funding sources, and endowments;
Overseeing and directing the library budget in a fiscally sound manner;
Efficiently communicating relevant library information to Library Trustees or Village officials, as needed;
Staying abreast of new trends and innovations in the fields of library administration and management;
Creating and maintaining a welcoming environment and a community profile that shows the library as a valued community asset and resource.

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

This is a part-time position of 24-hours a week. Based on the experience of applicants the position may be split to hire both a library director and children’s librarian.

To apply, send a cover letter and resume to jmltrustees@gmail.com

Screening of all applicants will start immediately and close on December 2, 2022.

– Posted 11/21/22

Technical Services Librarian – Brooks Memorial Library (Brattleboro, VT)

Title: Technical Services Librarian
Department: Brooks Memorial Library

Nature of work: Responsible for cataloging and classifying library materials in all formats (books, electronic resources, serials, media, and realia). Supervises clerical acquisitions duties, print and non-print processing, repair, and serials management. Assists the Library Director
with collection maintenance and may act as Director in Library Director’s absence.

Work Schedule: Full-time 37.5 hours per week; Monday – Friday including Saturdays in schedule rotation and evenings as required.

Wages: FY’23 $24.29 per hour

Applications are being accepted through December 2, 2022, please apply by visiting our career site: https://secure4.saashr.com/ta/6155296.careers?CareersSearch or by clicking on the Employment Opportunities tab on our home page brattleboro.org.

The Town of Brattleboro is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ applicants, and people from other underrepresented groups to apply, recognizing and respecting those diverse perspectives and experiences are valuable to our team and essential to our public service.

– Posted 11/18/22

Librarian – Baldwin Memorial Library (Wells River, VT)

Our remarkable librarian of the past 30 years is retiring and the Board of Directors is seeking a creative, energetic, community-oriented, small-town-loving individual to be our new favorite librarian.

The Baldwin is a small, rural library, open 26 hours per week (M-W-F), serving many towns in the Wells River area. It is deeply engaged in and supported by its community.

The librarian’s job at the Baldwin includes the customary duties, as well as:

Collaborating with community groups and the local school
Helping the public use library materials and technology, including formal and informal training
Developing programs that appeal to a variety of ages and interests
Developing outreach and other services that extend the library’s reach into the community
Developing and organizing displays and exhibits
Overseeing lending and return from our “Library of Things” (tools and equipment for outdoor sports, gardening/homesteading, camping, public events, etc.).

The ideal candidate is someone with a bachelor’s degree, experience working in a library, and management or supervisory experience. Most important, however, is the right attitude, instincts, energy and thoughtfulness to be a good fit as the new librarian for the Baldwin’s community.

Wage is based on experience. Benefits include paid federal holidays, and paid sick-days and vacation time.

If you’re interested and think you’d be a good fit, please email a resume and letter of interest describing why you’re the right person to be the Baldwin’s next librarian to Chip Conquest at conquestchip@gmail.com. The Board will begin to schedule interviews with qualified candidates starting on November 15, 2022.

– Posted 11/4/22

Librarian II- Library Systems Administrator – Keene Public Library (Keene, NH)

The Keene Public Library is seeking a library professional with experience in managing an Integrated Library System to join our Technical Services team as a Librarian II- Library Systems Administrator! This position also supports the City of Keene’s IT Department to provide technical support for the library computer systems and supports the Library’s website. The Keene Public Library is a cherished community resource for the City and one of New Hampshire’s foremost public libraries. The Library has an active and supportive Board of Trustees and community, as well as dedicated staff and volunteers, who all contribute to a stimulating and positive work environment!

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Serve as the administrator and lead for the Library’s Sierra/Encore ILS including administration, data backup and retention, and the maintenance and monitoring of the application database.
Coordinate with the Mason Library at Keene State College on all ILS improvements, planned maintenance, maintaining contracts, and resolving issues, concerns or questions regarding the shared catalog.
Work with the City of Keene’s IT Department to deploy new hardware, software and updates.
Lead the creation, organization and maintenance of library web pages.

Requirements include, but are not limited to:

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or a closely related field is required. A Master’s degree in Library Science is highly desired, but not required.
Thorough knowledge of library software and circulation services. Strong technical skills including advanced knowledge of Sierra and proficiency with Postgre SQL and/or MS SQL.
Knowledge of HTML, Drupal and the LC MARC format.
The ability to lead people and teams through projects and special initiatives.

Pay and Benefits include:

This 32 hour per week position offers a pay range of $30.60- $38.13 per hour.
This position is benefit-eligible including health and dental insurances. Earned time is available after one year of employment.

If you are excited about working with a dedicated team of employees in a library where the focus is on learning, creativity, collaboration and community interaction, then apply today! Please upload your resume and cover letter before submitting your application. Applications will be accepted until Sunday, November 6, 2022 at midnight.

To apply: https://KeeneNH.gov/jobs.

Job Description: Librarian II- Library Systems Administrator

THE CITY OF KEENE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

– Updated 10/17/22

Library Director – Jeudevine Memorial Library (Hardwick, VT)

The Jeudevine Memorial Library in Hardwick, Vermont, is seeking a Library Director. Under the direction of the Library Board of Trustees the Library Director is responsible for strategic leadership to develop and nurture the library as a vibrant community center. The Library Director must have a deep commitment to community engagement and to collaboratively provide programs, services and collections that meet the needs of all members of the community.

The Library Director will represent the library within the community, develop collections, manage staff and volunteers, create and facilitate adult programming, act as a liaison to the Friends of the Library, maintain library facilities, provide budgeting information, and ensure daily operations of the library remain within budget guidelines. This is a full-time position, including some Saturdays.

Education and Experience:

A bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s degree in library science from an ALA-accredited program is preferred. VT Certificate of Librarianship preferred. Management and supervisory experience required. Three to five years’ experience working in a library or non-profit organization preferred. Successful grant-writing experience required.

Compensation: Salary of $44,000 to $47,000 DOQ. Benefits include: health/dental/vision/paid vacation/sick/holiday/bereavement/casual leave and the town of Hardwick’s contribution to the Vermont Public Employees Retirement System.

Interested candidates should submit a resume and three professional references to: Director Search Committee, Jeudevine Memorial Library, 93 North Main St., PO Box 536, Hardwick, VT 05843 or email to jeudevinelibary@hardwickvt.gov

This position will remain open until filled. Initial review of applications will begin at 5:00 pm on Monday, Oct. 24, 2022. For additional information as to the position requirements, please refer to the Library Director Job Description at www.jeudevinememoriallibrary.org EOE

– Posted 10/9/22

Library Assistant I – Volunteer Coordinator – Fletcher Free Library (Burlington, VT)

Library Assistant I – Volunteer Coordinator

Union: American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME)

$24.28/hour, Occasional evenings and one weekend day per week

This position is responsible for performing patron service, general clerical work at the circulation desk, and coordinates library volunteers.

Closing: 10/19/22 11:59 PM

More details and application information can be found here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/burlingtonvt

The City of Burlington is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are strongly committed to creating a dynamic and equitable work-force that mirrors the population and world that we serve. We do not discriminate on the basis of political or religious affiliation, race, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, crime victim status, veteran status, disability, HIV positive status, or genetic information in employment or the provision of services. In addition to being an equal opportunity employer we actively encourage applicants who can contribute to our growing diversity to apply.

For accessibility information or alternative formats, please contact Human Resources Department at 802-540-3057 or careers@burlingtonvt.gov.

– Posted 10/9/22

Library Director – Wiggin Memorial Library (Stratham, NH)

The Wiggin Memorial Library in Stratham, NH, is seeking a dynamic and talented Library Director with proven management skills and excellent library knowledge to provide leadership in its vibrant community library. Stratham is a town of about 8,000 residents and is located in the Seacoast region of New Hampshire, between Exeter and Portsmouth.

The Library Director is responsible for the management, direction and administration of the Wiggin Memorial Library, including all library services, personnel, policies, outreach, and programs. The ideal candidate is community oriented, forward thinking, comfortable with technology, and has a personable, positive disposition. Additionally, the incumbent has demonstrated success aligning people, process and technology; excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal and customer relationship skills; and is committed to excellent patron service. The Library Director works closely with other town departments as well as the Library Board of Trustees.

The position is an exempt, full-time position with a salary range of $80,000-$100,000, starting salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. An MLS/MLIS or a master’s degree in a field related to management, business, or public administration with at least 5-7 years of experience as a librarian some of which as a managing librarian. The Town of Stratham is an equal opportunity employer.

For further information including a full Job Description, potential candidates are directed to the Municipal Resources, Inc. website at www.mrigov.com/career or to contact Municipal Resources, Inc. at 603-279-0352 ext. 330.

To apply submit a resume and cover letter as a PDF attachment to recruitment@mrigov.com by Monday, October 31^st, 2022, at 8 AM EDT.

– Posted 9/29/22

Library Aide – Keene Public Library (Keene, NH)

Would you enjoy working part-time hours in a friendly work environment with great colleagues?

Do you have excellent communication and public service skills?

Do you love a challenge and want to make a difference?

If you answered yes to these questions, apply for our part-time Library Aide in the Youth Services Department opening at the Keene Public Library!

This position is responsible for assisting Keene Public Youth Service Librarians (both children and teen) with the daily operations of the Youth Services Department! Duties include, but are not limited to, providing readers’ advisory and other services to children, young adults, teachers, parents and adult patrons as well as library staff in person, by phone, through email and uses a broad range of sources including the Internet, the library material collection, and automated library systems to locate requested information or materials.

Minimum requirements include an Associate’s Degree or two-year technical certificate, and at least one year of customer service experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Computer experience, library experience or public contact experience and experience working with children or completed classes in children’s literature and child development is required. Knowledge and support of intellectual freedom and NH privacy laws and maintaining the confidentiality of customer information is required.

The Library Aide/Youth position offers a pay range of $18.85- $23.49 per hour and 12 hours per week. This position requires working evening and Saturday hours.

If you’re excited about working with a dedicated team of employees in a library where the focus is on learning, creativity, collaboration, and community, apply online today at https://keenenh.gov/jobs! Please upload your resume and cover letter before submitting your completed application.

Job Description: Library Aide- Youth Services

The City of Keene is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

– Posted 9/29/22

Circulation Specialist – South Burlington Public Library (South Burlington, VT)

The South Burlington Public Library is seeking a Circulation Specialist with energy and enthusiasm for working with the public, sharing a love of reading, and focusing on administrative duties. We are located in a new building where the Circulation Desk is front and center. Circulation staff check in and out over 23,000 items per month. The Specialist will be oversee inter-library loan, handle overdue and lost materials, and work on collecting and reporting statistics. They will work one of four Saturdays and one evening regularly. They will work closely with the Circulation Librarian and often be responsible for the desk. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Experience working in a public library is preferred. Fluency in a language other than English is also desirable but not required. Please see the job description for additional information. This position pays $21.40 per hour and is full time with excellent benefits.

The City of South Burlington values diversity – in backgrounds and experiences. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds, who share a passion for our municipality, its residents, businesses, and visitors. Diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion and many other parts of one’s identity. All of our employee’s points of view are key to our success, and inclusion is everyone’s responsibility.

To apply, please send a confidential cover letter, resume, and three references to:
Jaimie Held, Human Resources Manager, 180 Market Street, South Burlington, VT 05403 or to jheld@sburl.com with “Circulation Specialist“ in the subject line.

– Posted 9/29/22

Circulation Assistant Position – Waterbury Public Library (Waterbury, VT)

The Waterbury Public Library is seeking an enthusiastic, well-organized individual to provide stellar customer service to a diverse clientele 20 hours per week, including at least one evening and Saturdays. The ideal candidate will have strong clerical skills, comfort with working with the public, and a love of books. Must have at least intermediate technology skills. Minimum of Bachelor’s degree preferred. See the full position description on our website: waterburypubliclibrary.com. Pay starts at $15.00 an hour. Resume, references, cover letter to rachel@waterburypubliclibrary.com.

– Posted 9/26/22