Manager of Building Operations and Security, Dartmouth Libraries, Hanover, NH

Are you passionate about creating, adapting, and maintaining physical spaces to foster learning, scholarship, and research? Dartmouth Libraries invites you to join our collaborative team dedicated to enhancing the experiences of our colleagues, library users, and visitors throughout our spaces. Be part of a dynamic environment where your efforts will help accelerate, engage, elevate, and amplify academic endeavors at Dartmouth and beyond.

In this role, you will:
Manage facilities, security, and emergency planning for multiple library locations in collaboration with and support from institutional departments
Partner with Libraries and campus colleagues to develop and refine physical spaces through innovative space design.
Oversee renovation and construction projects as the Libraries’ project manager.
Keep library staff and stakeholders informed about facility-related changes and projects.

Apply now to join us in creating a stimulating environment that promotes excellence in scholarship, research, and learning.

Contact: Jennifer Taxman ( jennifer.r.taxman@dartmouth.edu), Associate Dean of Libraries

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Three years of experience with facilities management, procedures, and principles
Proven experience in space planning or related fields
Strong collaborative and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Hiring Range:
$70,755 - $88,444

Full Position Description:
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/79570/

Closing Date for Submissions:
8/11/2025

 

 

Library Director, Chamberlin Free Public Library, Greenville, NH

About the Role
The Trustees of the Chamberlin Free Public Library (CFPL) in Greenville, NH are seeking a
part-time Library Director. Our ideal candidate will lead the development of services and
programming designed to promote lifelong learning, foster a love of reading, encourage
curiosity, and continue efforts to position the library as the heartbeat of our community. We
are committed to maintaining the library as a welcoming space for all.

Key Responsibilities
• Oversee daily operations of the library, including circulation, programming, and patron
services.
• Manage library staff and volunteers with a collaborative and supportive leadership
style.
• Develop and implement engaging programs for all age groups.
• Maintain and grow the library’s collection in alignment with community needs.
• Prepare and manage the library’s budget in coordination with the Board of Trustees.
• Serve as the primary liaison with town departments, boards, and community
organizations.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal library regulations and standards.
• Promote the library through outreach, marketing, and community engagement.

Minimum requirements (training, skills, education, experience):
Qualifications
Required:
• Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS)
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Preferred:
• MLS/MLIS degree or certification
• Previous library experience, especially in a small-town or rural setting
• Familiarity with library management systems and digital resources

Benefits:
Accrue paid time off (PTO) starting on your first day, available for use after 30 days
• Flexible scheduling within the 24-hour work week

Hiring Wage Range:
$30/hour

Other Considerations/Requirements:
Technical Skills
• Proficiency with library software (e.g., Koha, Evergreen, or similar ILS)
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace
• Ability to manage digital collections and online resources
• Basic troubleshooting for public computers and Wi-Fi

How to Apply
Please email cover letter detailing your qualifications for the position and a resume to
cfpl.trustees@gmail.com
The start date is as soon as possible.
This is a part-time position (24 hours per week).
The position is open until August 8 th or until filled.

URL (Link) to online job description/application):
https://www.chamberlinlibrary.org/

Closing date for submissions:
8/8/2025

 

 

Library Assistant, Peterborough Town Library, Peterborough, NH

Position Title: Library Assistant (10-20 hours per week)

Schedule: Flexible but may include Monday-Wednesday 2-6pm, Thursday mornings,  and Saturday rotation.

Compensation: $18.00 per hour

About the position:
The Peterborough Town Library is seeking a friendly and welcoming library assistant to join our help desk team. Responsibilities include welcoming and directing patrons to resources, circulating items, making reading suggestions, and offering technology assistance.

The ideal candidate will have public library experience, enjoy working with people of all ages, and possess strong technology skills. They must also be able to comfortably multitask while maintaining strong attention to detail.

Peterborough Town Library underwent a fabulous renovation in 2021 and enjoys an average of two hundred visits per day.

Essential job duties:
- Covers help desk as scheduled. Interacts with library patrons of all ages, answers phone, assists patrons and callers with routine questions and directs them to appropriate departments or staff. Explains routine library policies.
- Processes new library cards, library checkouts, renewals, returns, holds and registrations, utilizing the integrated library system.
- Assists patrons with wireless printing and technology instruction at public computers.
- Provides quality customer service to patrons and offers assistance with basic reference, reader’s advisory, program recommendations, community connections, referrals to other resources, and tech instruction.
- Participates in promoting all library events and services by actively engaging with patrons and referring them to printed and online resources.
- Assists with opening and closing procedures and tasks. Ensures all safety procedures are followed and the building is secure.
- Monitors and maintains orderliness of assigned library shelves and other library collections; collects and moves books and other materials as required.
- Assist with meeting room bookings. Stays informed of all events and assists with maintaining rooms, calendars, and staff communication about events.
- Provides assistance to Adult and Children’s Department as needed, including supporting programs, assisting with collection development, advisory services, and contributing creative ideas.

Minimum requirements (training, skills, education, experience):
The ideal candidate will have public library experience, enjoy working with people of all ages, and possess strong technology skills. They must also be able to comfortably multitask while maintaining strong attention to detail.

Benefits:
Strong support for professional development. Staff scheduled for 15+ hours per week will be eligible for paid holidays and earned time off.

CLOSING DATE: To apply, send a resume and a cover letter to Corinne Chronopoulos, Library Director, at Corinne@PeterboroughNH.gov. Review of applications will begin August 11th.

URL (Link) to online job description/application):
https://peterboroughtownlibrary.org/workatptl

Closing date for submissions:
8/11/2025

Library Director, Brookline (NH) Public Library, Brookline, NH

Brookline NH Library Director Job Description:

The town of Brookline, New Hampshire (5,800 pop), with its unique blend of rural charm and vibrant community, is seeking a Library Director. This role entails providing executive leadership in the strategic delivery of Brookline’s public library services and programming, all tailored to serve the needs of the community’s residents and all library patrons. The next Library Director will lead the development of services designed to promote lifelong learning, encourage curiosity, and underscore the library's leading role in the community. Preferred candidates will have experience working in a library, ideally in a similar-sized community, and will be skilled in personnel and financial management, and communication. Candidates should have a proven record of collaborative leadership and be highly organized, innovative, team-oriented, and skilled at fostering strong relationships with town departments, boards, peers, employees, volunteers, and stakeholders.

Position Objectives:

Under broad policy guidance and direction from the Library Board, performs professional and administrative duties in planning, developing, implementing, and directing public library services for the benefit of all Brookline residents.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Administers board policies; reviews, updates, and makes policy recommendations to the board.

Acts as Library liaison to build strong relationships with the Friends of the Library organization, the Town Select board, community stakeholders, patrons, and the general public.

Works closely with the Library Board to develop the library budget, attend budget hearings, and monitor expenditures as directed by the Library Board.

Establishes good communication and outreach with the community regarding library services, the library’s important role in the community, etc.

Works with the Board in reviewing and revising the Library’s mission, long-term and short-term goals, and objectives on a regular basis.

Supervises personnel; hires and trains employees; conducts regular staff meetings for planning, development, and issue resolution; evaluates personnel; fosters professional development.

Evaluates library services and suggests recommendations for improvements.

Recommends and oversees maintenance of library facilities and equipment.

Reviews and approves selection of all materials for purchase; maintains library collections.

Participates and represents the library in professional meetings, classes, conferences, and workshops.

Performs basic computer and printer troubleshooting.

Performs other duties as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of library science's theories, principles, and objectives, including awareness of current trends and developments in the library field.

Experience in collection development and maintenance.

Proficiency with automated library systems, computer programs, and applications.

Knowledge of library reference sources, print and online.

Familiarity with children’s, young adult, and adult literature.

Ability to think analytically and creatively to develop, implement, and evaluate library programs and services.

Working knowledge of budgetary and accounting processes.

Demonstrated communication skills, including preparing comprehensive reports and presenting ideas clearly and concisely in written and oral form.

Understanding of and experience with empowering members of a team to participate in organizational decision-making.

Aptitude with planning, organizing, supervising, and evaluating the work of employees

Proven ability to establish and maintain effective and harmonious working relationships.

Education, Training, and Experience:

An ALA Accredited Master's in Library and Information Science is preferred. A suitable combination of education and managerial experience demonstrating mastery of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may also be considered.

A minimum of five (5) years in a library setting, with at least two (2) years of management experience, is preferred.

Demonstrated aptitude for leadership and administrative management.

Continued professional growth through participation in workshops, professional reading, conferences, or other educational opportunities.

Substantial involvement in public relations and customer service.

Experience with, or training in, fundraising, educational programming, organizational leadership, or strategic planning.

Benefits include:

Medical and Dental Insurance, Paid Holidays, sick and personal time, NH Retirement

Hiring Wage Range:

$65,000-$70,000

Deadline for application: 

Open until filled 

How to submit an application/resume:

Send a cover letter and resume (Subject: LIBRARY DIRECTOR) to: library.trustees@brooklinenh.gov

 

 

Youth Services Assistant- Part Time, Baker Free Library, Bow, NH

The Baker Free Library is searching for a friendly, creative, and customer-oriented individual to join our Youth Services team! 

The town of Bow, NH has an active and engaged youth population, and we’re eager to provide additional program opportunities with help from our Youth Services Assistant. In this position, the Youth Services Assistant will design and implement library programs for children and teens, under the supervision of the Youth Services Librarian. 

In addition to providing reader’s advisory services, the Youth Services Assistant will perform storytime programs for toddlers and preschoolers, and host regularly scheduled events for children aged 0-18. Participation in occasional outreach programs and community-wide events, in the company of the Youth Services Librarian, is also anticipated. 

Additionally, the Youth Services Assistant performs a variety of operational duties for the library, including circulation, reference and technology assistance for patrons of all ages.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Provides exemplary customer service and supports the Library’s values and mission. Has excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with people of all ages. Has a desire to work in a public service role—especially with children and youth. Is able to foster and maintain working relationships with all members of the library team. Has experience developing and administering surveys and other evaluation tools to evaluate program outcomes. Is able to work alone, under supervision, and as part of a team. Has an understanding of child and youth cognitive development, public school programs, and children and young adult literature. 

Experience
Experience providing early literacy services or youth programming in a library or community setting. Priority will be given to those with experience working at a public library, school, or childcare center. Experience working with children and youth ages 0-18.

Education
Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education (or similar field), or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 

Physical Requirements
This position requires the employee to perform children and youth programming, which may include twisting and turning, dancing, crawling and kneeling, as well as dexterity movements. 

Technology, Equipment, and Devices
This position requires proficiency with computers and commonly used office software, library systems, and databases. This position requires the employee to troubleshoot general office equipment and other technologies.

Hiring Wage Range:
$17.00 - $19.00 depending on qualification and experience

How to submit an application/resume:
For more information, visit the Baker Free Library website at www.bowbakerfreelibrary.org
 
The Baker Free Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please send your cover letter, resume, and three references electronically to kaitlin@bakerfreelib.org

URL (Link) to online job description/application):
https://piperlibraryfiles.com/ckfinder/connector?command=Proxy&lang=en&type=BakerFree&currentFolder=%2F&hash=9f8d49ba160ce1d43fef015f93cb73c6de72e08c&fileName=PM%20Circulation%20Assistant%20Posting.docx.pdf

Closing date for submissions:
August 30, 2025

 

 

Library Director, Jesup Memorial Library, Bar Harbor, ME

Position Summary
This is a professional position responsible for the general administration and management of the Jesup Memorial Library, in accordance with the policies and directives of the Board of Directors and with accepted and emerging library practices and procedures. The major areas of responsibility are supervision and management of the library’s programs, services, collections, budget, staff, and facilities, and a strong working relationship with the Board of Directors and the local community. The primary directive is to provide exemplary public library service in the 21st century that is responsive to community needs. Find a full profile of our library, community, and ideal director at jesuplibrary.org/jobs.
● Reports to: Chair, Board of Directors
● Classification: Full-time, Exempt

Services, Collections, & Programs
● Designs, implements, and evaluates all aspects of library programs and services based on community needs in consultation with the Board of Directors and staff
● Implements new technology to improve library services and respond to community needs and emerging technological issues
● Develops goals and plans for collections, services, and programs in keeping with the library's mission and operating policies to meet present and future community needs
● Communicates the library’s purpose, vision, and services to the community through a variety of methods
● Connects volunteers to library projects and staff
● Actively promotes diversity and inclusion across the mission of the library in staffi ng, collections, programming, and community outreach
General Management and Board Relations
● Monitors and ensures the library’s compliance with laws and regulations
● Oversees daily operations and statistical record-keeping using accepted and emerging professional practices and principles
● Prepares and submits Maine Public Library Annual Report to the Maine State Library
● Collaborates with the Board to advance short- and long-term goals
● Provides staff support to the Board by assisting with meetings, preparing reports including the Director’s Report to the board, participating in board and committee meetings, and implementing policy decided by the Board

Fiscal Management
● Fundraises with the Advancement and Community Relations Director
● Coordinates grant applications and maintains necessary documentation
● Prepares and presents the annual budget proposal to the Board
● Monitors all expenditures within the approved operating budget
● Works with the Treasurer and the Director of Finance to make sure all reports are filed
● Coordinates the annual request for town appropriation supporting the operations budget and supports that request in meetings with the Town Council and Warrant Committee

Staff Management
● Assesses staffing needs, develops and revises job descriptions, and determines staff compensation
● Hires, trains, supervises, evaluates, promotes, and terminates library staff
● Maintains employee personnel records, schedules, and payroll information
● Uses library-specific standards and practices to support staff in their jobs
● Holds regular meetings and periodic focused workshops for staff development
● Leads staff by attending professional conferences, workshops, and meetings and reading professional literature

Facilities Management
● Oversees the general maintenance of all aspects of the library’s facilities and property
● Maintains and orders inventory of equipment, furniture, and supplies
● Oversees opening of the new expansion, facilitating community use of the new spaces and adapting to emerging needs and local input as required

Community Relations
● Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with local government, civic, and community groups
● Oversees the coordination of fundraising events
● Participates in local, state, and national library associations

Additional Responsibilities
● Performs other duties, as required

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
● An M.L.S. or M.L.I.S. is preferred with at least five years of library experience, some at the administrative level, including staff supervision and budget preparation
● Thorough knowledge of the principles, theories, objectives, and practices of library management and library science
● Current knowledge of innovative services, programs, and resources available in public libraries
● Strong digital and library technological skills
● Experience with building vibrant and varied collections
● Demonstrated initiative, self-direction, and leadership abilities
● Strong written and oral communication skills, and the ability to make effective public presentations
● Fundraising experience, or the desire to learn
● Commitment to relevant community activities and working cooperatively with other organizations
● Commitment to excellence in patron services, fostering a warm, friendly atmosphere that invites diversity

How to Apply
Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter, plus a list of three references with their contact information, to directorsearch@jesuplibrary.org.

Applications will be accepted through July 31st, 2025.

Jesup Memorial Library offers a salary and benefits package commensurate with experience. The anticipated salary range for this role is $80,000 - 90,000. Benefits include employer-sponsored health insurance, generous paid time off, contribution to a retirement plan, and professional development support.

Visit www.jesuplibrary.org/jobs for more information about the opportunity.

The Jesup is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. The Jesup does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by the Maine Human Rights Act. Read our full Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion values statement.

 

 

Programming Librarian, North Hampton Public Library, North Hampton, NH

The North Hampton Public Library is searching for an organized, outgoing, public service orientated, and friendly library professional to join our amazing staff in our beautiful library building! In this position, you will help plan and facilitate programs and events for adults as well as promote library services in the North Hampton community. The mission of the North Hampton Public Library is to connect our community to resources, programs, and services that empower and inspire lifelong learning, creativity and cultural engagement. North Hampton is a small coastal town that has a strong community of library users.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Library Director, the Programming Librarian will plan and implement engaging events for adult patrons as well as create marketing materials that connect residents with our library's many offerings. This position also supports the circulation, technology and reference services, and promotion of all library services and activities throughout the community. Additional areas of focus include developing both active and passive programming for adults, providing technology support in an instructional setting and one-on-one with patrons, outreach to community organizations, and assisting with other technology initiatives.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA-accredited program. Equivalent Master’s degrees and relevant experience considered. Excellent interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team. 1 or more years in customer service. 1 or more years of marketing experience at a library or similar institution.  

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

Proficiency with Canva, MailChimp, WordPress and Microsoft Office (and open-source equivalent) products. Experience coordinating events and activities in a library or similar setting. A strong background in computers/technology and non-print materials formats. Strong organizational talents and attention to detail. Ability to work with community members and stakeholders and act as a liaison to promote library services. Experience with social media and marketing platforms, writing press releases and creating promotional materials. 1 or more years of experience working in a library, public library preferred.

Benefits:

Health insurance, dental and paid vacation and sick time.

Hiring Wage Range:

$48,000 – $52,000/year, depending on qualifications

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Normal office environment Regular interruptions to assist staff or public Consistently required to use computer or telephone, necessitating eye-hand coordination and finger dexterity

Regularly required to move, drive, bend, and reach. This is not a remote position, job requires you to work on-site at the library. Additional Information: This is a full-time position, working 40 hours per week. Weekly evening and Saturday hours are required. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

To apply:

Please email cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references: Liz Herold, Library Director at lizatnhpl@gmail.com.

APPLICATION deadline July 29, 2025; position open until filled

Closing date for submissions: 7/29/25