Library Access Services Specialist, Dartmouth Libraries, Feldberg Library, Hanover, NH

Job Description:

The Library Access Services Specialist provides a wide range of access, collections, and patron services in the Feldberg Business and Engineering Library, part of the Dartmouth Libraries system.  As a co-lead of Feldberg’s access services team, the position manages student employees. The Library Access Services Specialist provides interlibrary loan and document delivery services, coordinates support for Feldberg equipment and technology and works closely with, cross-trains, and provides back-up for their access services team partner.

Requirements:

· 2 plus years of work experience in public service, and a strong public service ethic.
· Strong supervisory and organizational skills.
· Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to interact effectively with library patrons and work collaboratively with staff.
· Able to work independently and with good judgement, and to set and modify work priorities.
· Proficient with standard computer equipment and office productivity software.

Benefits:

https://www.dartmouth.edu/hr/benefits_compensation/benefits/2025_benefits/main.php

Salary:

$21.50/hr-$24.50hr

To apply, visit our website https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/76294

Closing date: 11/19/2024

Public Services Librarian, Abbott Library, Sunapee, NH

The Abbott Library is looking for a dynamic and creative individual to be our Public Services Librarian. We seek an enthusiastic innovator who is motivated to provide excellent, friendly and knowledgeable service to all library patrons. This position performs work to maintain the library’s online and marketing presence, is the point person on technology assistance and assists the Youth Services Librarian on youth programming and collection development.

Duties specific to the position include, but are not limited to, all aspects of technology assistance and education as it relates to both patrons and staff. The candidate will work with the director in identifying emerging technologies and in managing new technologies.  This individual will manage and plan for the Library’s social media presence on platforms such as Facebook, X and Instagram as well as maintain the Library’s website and public and meeting room calendars.  Youth services responsibilities include assisting and supporting the youth services librarian with programing, crafts, and displays as well as input on youth collection development and reader’s advisory.

Candidate must have basic computer skills and internet search skills.

A Bachelor’s degree is required.  Equivalent library experience may be considered.

The Public Services Librarian is a full-time benefited position.

Paid according to the Town of Sunapee Labor Grade 10 (the hourly rate starts at $22.30, and depends on experience).

A resume and cover letter may be emailed to director@abbottlibrary.org.  Applications received by November 19^th will receive first consideration.  This position will be open until filled

Library Technician - 17 Hours Weekly, Concord Public Library, Concord, NH

 

JOB SUMMARY:

Assist the public in locating information, interpreting the collection, and providing reader's advisory services.

Examples of Duties

(All responsibilities may not be performed by all incumbents.)
 
Provides reference and reader's advisory services for patrons; assists in the location of sources and the selection of materials; assembles collections of books for teachers; instructs patrons in the use of online catalog.
 
Oversees the development and maintenance of areas of the collection as assigned; uses standard selection tools and guidelines as outlined in the Selection Policy to order new material with budgeted funds; removes worn or unused books from the collection.
 
Performs circulation functions; checks out materials; registers new library patrons and renews expired registrations; collects and records payment of fines; places requested items on reserve; explains library policies and procedures; registers and logs in children for use of the Computer Center; records statistics for periodic tallies; sorts returned materials for shelving by pages; balances monies collected; aids patrons in the use of self-check machine.
 
Participates in program planning and production; prepares and presents Storytime; assists in planning Summer Reading Program events.
 
Creates bibliographies on specific subjects.
 
Classifies new children's materials.
 
Supervises pages in the absence of other supervisor.
 
Ensures that the library is maintained in an orderly manner; monitors facilities maintenance and repair.
 
Oversees the acquisition and display of private collections in display cabinets.
 
Researches books, songs, and finger plays for children's programming.
 
Provides staff coverage at branch library.
 
Selects visual formats for the branch rotating collection.
 
Processes intra-branch and interlibrary loan requests.
 
Develops displays to promote library services.
 
Performs other related duties as assigned.

 
 

Typical Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
 
Education and Experience:
 
Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a four-year college or university in Library Sciences or other related field; and, one year of related experience; or, any combination of education, training and experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job.
 

Licenses and Certifications:
 
None.

 

Supplemental Information

MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED:
 
Personal Computer and/or Terminal                   
Copier                                     
Telephone
Handheld Calculator                                         
Audio-Visual Equipment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: (Depending on area of assignment)
 
Knowledge of:
 
Library policies, procedures, terminology, and materials.
 
General office procedures, including computer usage and applications.
 
Basic mathematical computations, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
 
Skill in:
 
Communicating clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
 
Assisting patrons with various library services and operations.
 
Using a computer to enter and retrieve information.
 
Sorting and categorizing library books and materials in standard order.
 
Making change in money.
 
Recording monetary transactions using basic bookkeeping techniques.
 
Developing and presenting children's programming.
 
Mental and Physical Abilities to:
 
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with library personnel and patrons.
 
See and read written material.
 

Perform the duties of the position while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, bending, or crouching.
 
Frequently lift light and occasionally heavy objects.
 
Working Conditions:
 
The work is performed in a library.
 
This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive.  It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification.  Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant when possible.

Salary

$21.39 - $23.58 Hourly

Location 

Concord, NH

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

2025-53

Department

Library

Opening Date

11/01/2024

• Description
• Benefits

Opening Date

Description

The City of Concord Public Library is looking for an engaged Library professional for a part time position supporting the patrons of CPL!

 Agency

City of Concord (NH)

Address

41 Green St

Concord, New Hampshire, 03301

Phone

603-225-8535

Website

http://www.concordnh.gov