Library Director, Walpole Town Library, Walpole, New Hampshire

The Walpole Town Library seeks a dynamic Library Director to lead both the Bridge Memorial Library and North Walpole Branch Library. Set in a historic New Hampshire village along the Connecticut River, this role offers a vibrant community near Keene and a Dartmouth-Hitchcock affiliate, requiring strong administrative vision and independent leadership. 

This position is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and managing all aspects of the library in conformity with Trustee policies and municipal and state law and regulations.

EXPERIENCE:
A Master’s degree in Library Science from an accredited college or university is strongly preferred. A Bachelor’s degree plus substantial work experience in a management position at a public library may be considered in lieu of a Master’s degree.

At least three (3) years of progressively responsible library experience, including supervisory experience, preferably in a public library setting.

Demonstrated library management and leadership experience with financial and planning responsibilities. 

REQUIRED SKILLS:  
Ability to interact effectively with staff, patrons, the Board of Trustees, Town leadership and peers in the library community.

Knowledge of current resources, programs and services available to libraries and how to implement those resources.

Experience with digital media including social media, web design and maintenance.

Ability to configure, use and maintain an Integrated Library System and online catalog (e.g. Koha). 

Benefits:
Generous compensation package.

Hiring Wage Range:
$50,000-$60,000. Commensurate with background & experience.

Other Considerations/Requirements:
The Walpole Library is and Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The Walpole Library is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The Walpole Library prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, disability, veteran status, or marital status, genetic information and political orientation.

How to submit an application/resume:
Cover letter and resume should be emailed to DirectorSearch@walpoletownlibrary.org or mailed to the following address:

Walpole Library - Director Search
P.O. Box 487
Walpole, NH 03608

U.R.L. (Link) to online job description/application):
https://walpoletownlibrary.org/current-openings/

Closing date for submissions:
10/31/2026

Bethel Library Director, The Bethel Library Association, Bethel, Maine

Job Announcement:  Bethel Library Director

Position Description

The Bethel Library is seeking an outgoing and energetic individual to fill the position of Library Director. Bethel is located in western Maine in the foothills of the White Mountains. The Bethel Library Association is a private 501(c) 3 organization founded in 1879. It is overseen by a Board of Trustees and serves a combined population of about 4,000 people from the towns and townships of Bethel, Albany, Gilead, Greenwood, Mason, and Newry, as well as all students in the local school district. 

The Library Director serves as the public face of the Bethel Library, both in the library, during programs, and at professional meetings and events. This position requires a commitment to community outreach and dedication to providing exemplary customer-centered services to the community.
 
Essential Functions 

* Plan and promote programs and events that appeal to a wide range of community members.
* Recommend policies, including those related to staffing, and assist the treasurer in drafting the annual budget for the Board of Trustees approval.
* Oversee all aspects of the library collection and operations, and approve expenditures as aligned with the budget.
* Supervise the staff and remain current on professional developments, including attending statewide library meetings and events.
* Work with the trustees on fundraising, and expanding funding from grants, in support of library operations.
* Assist the public with knowledge and use of the library’s technology, including Wi-Fi, computers, CloudLibrary, and printing.
* Attend all Board of Trustees meetings as a non-voting member and Board committee meetings as necessary.  Keep the Board informed of proposed changes in library operations, such as staffing or library hours.  
* Prepare reports for the Maine State Library, the local towns served by the library, and the Board of Trustees.

Minimum requirements (training, skills, education, experience):
* An Master of Library Science is preferred, or a college degree in a related field with three-years experience in a public library.
* Excellent interpersonal, communication, and writing skills.  
* Demonstrated collaborative team-oriented leadership and management experience, to include budgeting, organization, personnel, and public relations.
* The Bethel Library is deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability, and the library director will play a central role in ensuring that the library remains a welcoming and accessible resource for everyone who live in and visit our community.  
* The ability to develop the library's collection, including the selection and withdrawal of books, periodicals, audio-visual, and electronic materials. 
* A strong proficiency with computer and library technology and software, and social media.
* The ability to multi-task with a focus on customer service.

Benefits:
Hours and Compensation

The Bethel Library Director is a 30-hour a week position with a starting salary of $39,000. The position includes 20 days of paid personal leave and a $100 per month stipend to be used toward the cost of healthcare.

Other Considerations/Requirements:
Physical Requirements
Work requires standing, sitting, and walking. Must be able to lift and move 25 pounds, with or without assistance, and reach above one’s head. Work requires fine motor skills. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with some limitations to perform the essential functions of the job. 

How to submit an application/resume:
Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and three references to  bethellibrarydirector@gmail.com  or mail them to:  Bethel Library, Attention Search Committee, P.O. Box 130, ME 04217. All applications and queries are confidential.

The position will remain open until filled. The anticipated start date is late October 2026.  

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

 

Library Director, Kimball Library, Atkinson, New Hampshire

Our current director retired recently after a distinguished 35-year career in public libraries. The Kimball Library Board of Trustees is accepting applications for the position of Library Director.

Beautiful, modern, and beloved, the Kimball Library is situated near Dow Common along with other municipal facilities. Atkinson, a scenic community of stone walls, open spaces, and approximately 7,300 residents, is located on the Massachusetts border. Retaining its rural character while embracing modern public services, it is a town that values community, connection, and involvement and boasts convenient access to the Boston area, the coast, and points north.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, innovative, and community-oriented leader. The Director manages all phases of library operations, ensuring it continues to thrive as the informational and civic heart of Atkinson. Last year, more than 45,000 people visited the Kimball Library!

Position Overview
The Library Director is the chief executive of the Kimball Library. The role combines leadership, management, and vision to ensure the Library provides outstanding service to the community. The Director oversees daily operations, manages staff and resources, coordinates the development and maintenance of all collections, and ensures that the library remains responsive to the evolving needs of the community. The Director reports to the Board of Trustees.

Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Administration
•    Directs all aspects of library operations to deliver high-quality, efficient service.
•    Regularly evaluates library policies, services, and programs in light of trends in librarianship and community needs.
•    Develops, presents and manages the annual municipal budget.
•    Maintains current knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations affecting public libraries.
•    Monitors relevant national, regional, and local trends, including technology, affecting the library and update the staff and the Board as needed.
•    Prepares all statistical and narrative reports as required, including the annual town, state and federal reports, and a monthly report for the Library Board of Trustees.

Community Engagement
•    Builds strong partnerships with the Friends of the Library, schools, local government, cultural organizations, and community groups.
•    Acts as the public face of the Library, advocating for its role as a center for learning, enjoyment, creativity, and civic engagement.
•    Represents the Library at meetings of Town Department Heads, Selectboard, Budget Committee, and others when necessary or invited.

Staff & Human Resources
•    Fosters a collaborative, communicative, and positive workplace.
•    Recruit, hire, train, and evaluate staff, recommending new hires to the Board for approval.
•    Delegates, assigns and adjusts duties to ensure effective operations.
•    Invests in professional growth through ongoing training and development opportunities. 
•    Advocates for competitive wages and benefits

About the Library
In addition to the director, there are currently 3 full-time staff, 8 part-time staff, and volunteers. The Library, open 55 hours a week over 6 days, is governed by an elected board of trustees, and benefits from an active Friends group.

The ideal candidate will have earned a master's degree in library science from an American Library Association accredited school, have 7-10 years of progressive positions in senior management, be a collaborative leader with a patron-driven commitment to outstanding library service and possess excellent communication skills. In addition, a thorough understanding of the operations and functions of public libraries, proven expertise in selection, managing collections, personnel, facilities, and developing budgets are required. The successful candidate will be a creative, energetic individual with a growth mindset and clear vision of the current and future value of the public library in our community. For a complete job description, click here. 

Compensation and Benefits
Salary:    Based on commensurate experience up to $92,000 with competitive benefits based on qualifications and experience
Insurance:     Health, life, and short-term disability
Pension:     New Hampshire Retirement System

To apply submit the following materials to chair@kimballlibrary.com:
•    Cover letter: Please share your vision for the future of public libraries and how you would work to realize that vision.
•    Resume
•    Three professional references to be contacted only with prior notice.

Library Assistant II, Hampstead Public Library, Hampstead, New Hampshire

Come work in Hampstead! We are seeking a creative person for customer service at our front desk and for program planning for adults, working with our Programming Librarian.  We are a small library in a southern New Hampshire town, close to the Massachusetts border. We serve a community of about 9,000 people.  

Library Assistant II Position

This position is part-time: Regular schedule is between 13 and 23 hours per week.  Monday 9a.m.- 1p.m.; Tuesday 2p.m.-8p.m.; Wednesday 5p.m.- 8p.m.; every other Saturday 8:30a.m.-3:00p.m.; first Wednesday of every month 9:00a.m.-12:00p.m. for in person staff meeting.

Salary starts at $23.40 per hour.

SCOPE OF WORK: Serve as front desk customer service. Provide technical and clerical support to patrons and fellow staff and provide library technical expertise that complements and expands availability of library services, focusing on adult programs. Provide information services to the community by facilitating access to library resources including preparing materials and services; circulating materials; assisting patrons; answering questions; assisting with programs and events; and organizing materials. This position shall report to the Director.

Major Duties:

•    Uses automated library systems to circulate materials to library users; reserve materials; set up new patron accounts.
•    Shelves materials; ensuring materials on shelves are in order.
•    Helps patrons locate library materials or online information and assists them with digital media, computer skills, and interlibrary loans.
•    Performs all opening and closing procedures as necessary.
•    Creates patron information brochures.
•    Assists with programs, focusing on adults, working closely with Adult Programming Librarian.
•    Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge and level of competency associated with some college. Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the job, or any equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION:

Excellent customer service attitude. Interest and experience working with the public. Excellent computer skills and ability to adapt to new software programs and emerging technologies. Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with staff, patrons and volunteers. Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes day, night and weekend hours as well as the ability to provide coverage for other shifts when available. Skill in the use of software such as Microsoft Office suite, Google email, Canva, internet browsers, and the ability to multitask. 
Marketing skills and event planning experience are a plus.  

Link to the full job description here: https://hampsteadlibrary.org/work-hpl

We encourage candidates of diverse backgrounds and abilities to apply. Position open until filled. Applications received before September 18 will receive priority consideration.

Please send Resume and Cover Letter to:

Kate Thomas, Library Director

director@hampsteadlibrary.org

 

Library Assistant, Part-Time, Holderness Free Library, Holderness, New Hampshire

The Holderness Free Library is now accepting applications for a friendly, energetic Library Assistant to join our small and welcoming team. The ideal candidate will have creative problem solving abilities, attention to detail, and a warm, community-focused attitude that helps maintain the library’s mission: “To create a vibrant place where people can connect.” 

Duties include, but are not limited to: 

The Library Assistant performs a variety of tasks at the circulation desk and throughout the library, including:

• The circulation of materials using our Integrated Library System (Atriuum) 
• Managing holds, reserves, and interlibrary loans 
• Providing courteous and efficient patron assistance in person, by phone, and by email 
• Helping patrons use computers, printers, and digital resources (Libby, Mango, etc.) 
• Creating displays and promoting library programs and services 
• Shelving and organizing materials using the Dewey Decimal System (D.D.C.) 
• Assisting with events, programs, and outreach efforts 
• And other duties as assigned by the Director 

This position reports directly to the Library Director and plays an important role in supporting daily operations and community engagement. 

Qualifications: 
• Excellent customer service and communication skills 
• Proficiency with current technology, including Microsoft Office and G Suite 
• Ability to multitask and adapt to changing needs in a busy public setting 
• Prior library or customer service experience strongly preferred 

Details: 
• Part-time: up to a max of 29 hours per week, generally 16 to 21 hours per week 
• Schedule: The library’s building hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9-5 and Saturday from 9-2. 
Rotating Saturdays are required and possibly some evening hours for event coverage  
• Pay: $20.00 per hour, wages and increases are conducted by the Board of Trustees in collaboration with Town Officials  
• Status: Hourly, non-exempt 
• Start Date: Negotiable, but the end of September is preferable  

To Apply: 

Please send your résumé to Library Director, Adam Di Filippe at holdernessfree@gmail.com
Three professional references will be requested upon completion of the initial interview  
No phone calls, please. 

Learn more at https://www.holdernessfreelibrary.org/were-hiring.html

 

Library Director, Leach Library, Londonderry, New Hampshire

The Leach Library Board of Trustees is seeking a new Director for its busy, mid-sized library in Londonderry, New Hampshire. The Library Director reports to the Board of Trustees and works with a management team to facilitate, for example, personnel supervision, collection development, and programming for all ages. 

Londonderry is renowned for its excellent school system, proximity to a range of recreational areas, and for its warm and friendly community. Serving a population of more than 27,000, the library has an annual budget of over $1.6 million.

The job of Library Director is a full-time, 40 hours per week, exempt position with a hiring range of $95,035.20-$105,000, commensurate with experience, and includes excellent benefits outlined in the Leach Library Personnel Policy. This is an in-person position. 

A complete job description is available on the Town of Londonderry’s Employment Opportunities page at LondonderryNH.gov.

Minimum requirements (training, skills, education, experience):
Master's Degree, Master in Library Science, or Master in Library & Information Science preferred from an American Library Association (A.L.A.) accredited school, plus five years experience with at least three years supervisory/management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and
experience. 

Essential skills include excellent internal and external communication that inspires the community and motivates the dedicated staff. Previous experience with unions, strategic planning, and capital projects is highly desirable.

Benefits:
Includes excellent benefits outlined in the Leach Library Personnel Policy.

Hiring Wage Range:
$95,035.20-$105,000, commensurate with experience

Other Considerations/Requirements:
This is an in-person position.

How to submit an application/resume:
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and a completed employment application (available on the Human Resources page of the Town of Londonderry website) via email to hrdept@londonderrynh.gov. Please follow these important instructions: 

• Send all documents (cover letter, resume, and application) in ONE PDF document. 
• The title of the document should be “Library Director - Your Name”.
• The subject line of the email should read “Library Director - Your Name”.

U.R.L. (Link) to online job description/application):
https://londonderrynh.gov/Jobs.aspx

Closing date for submissions:
9/30/2026

Library Assistant - Part Time, Stevens Memorial Library, North Andover, Massachusetts

Job Description: 
Two evenings per week (5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.) year-round. Two weekends per month (Saturday and Sunday) in a regular set rotation from Labor Day through Memorial Day.

POSITION SUMMARY:
Performs paraprofessional, clerical, and direct service work supporting various library services at the Stevens Memorial Library. Performs various routine but responsible library functions according to prescribed procedures, requiring constant attention to detail, accuracy, initiative and reliability. Performs other related work as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the duties which the employee may be expected to perform. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function to satisfaction.  

- Provides technical and clerical support in circulation or children’s services area; assists users in obtaining information and library materials. 
- Charges and discharges books and materials at a circulation desk; registers new patrons, entering relevant information onto the computer; updates existing patron records; files associated paperwork. 
- Assists with overdue materials; collects fees; and billing. Balances cash drawer daily and/or weekly. 
- Shelves library books and materials; may check shelves for accuracy of placement.
- Assists patrons in locating and retrieving books and materials. 
- Takes requests for reserve and interlibrary loan books and notifies patrons when requested books are available. May perform some reader advisory services.
- Answers the telephone, directing calls to the appropriate staff person or area, assisting the caller with general questions, and taking messages when necessary.
- Maintains general level of order and tidiness in public and staff areas. 
- Prepares and processes new materials for circulation; updates book labels, jackets, and ownership identification on all new materials; makes repairs to materials; considers materials for possible discard. 
- May perform miscellaneous data entry, filing and photocopying. Gathers statistics and performs data entry work. 
- Performs similar or related work as required or as situation dictates.

Minimum requirements (training, skills, education, experience):
Required Education, Training, and Experience: High School diploma is required. Bachelors degree is preferred. Public library circulation experience using an automated integrated library system program is desirable.  

Knowledge of: Computers and technology
Skilled in: Customer service; Organization and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously; A high degree of flexibility and collaborative team skills essential; English language skills.  
Ability to: Interact tactfully and effectively with the general public; Articulate clearly and apply consistently both Library and Network Consortium policies.

Benefits:
Not benefits eligible.

Hiring Wage Range:
Starting salary: $29.62 per hour (Grade 3 - Step 1). Salary is subject to the collective bargaining agreement between the Town and A.F.S.C.M.E. Local 2978 Administrative Union.

Other Considerations/Requirements:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Performs duties under typical library conditions. Position requires frequent physical effort, such as carrying books (up to 20-30 pounds), pushing book carts (up to 150 pounds), bending, stretching, grasping, etc., to shelve library materials. May require standing at counter-high desk for long periods of time. Able to view computer screens for extended periods of time and able to operate computers, telephones, photocopiers, and other standard office and library equipment.  Has frequent contact with library patrons, other library personnel. Errors could result in misplaced or lost books and loss of goodwill with the general public.

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO UNDERGO CORI SCREENING

How to submit an application/resume:
All applicants are required to submit a completed Town of North Andover Employment Application along with a resume and cover letter to: jobs@northandoverma.gov, or by mail or hand delivery to Human Resources Department, Town of North Andover, 120 Main Street, North Andover, MA 01845. Resumes may be attached to the employment application but may not serve as a substitute for completing the required employment application. The Employment Application may be obtained on the Town's website: https://www.northandoverma.gov/798/Employment-Opportunities 

Individuals who need accommodations in order to participate in this hiring process 
should contact the Town of North Andover Human Resources Department at (978) 688-9526.

Closing date for submissions:
10/9/2026