Assistant Youth Services Librarian, Kelley Library, Salem NH

General Statement of Duties:
Performs professional and supervisory tasks at the Children’s Circulation Desk. The work is performed under the general direction of the Head of Youth Services and/or Assistant Director. General supervision is exercised over Library Assistants and Part-Time Aides. The Assistant Youth Services Librarian is expected to work 37.5 hours per week with the occasional Saturdays and evening shifts.  

General Job Description:
•    Maintain workflow at the Children’s Desk
•    Maintain the room for neatness, cleanliness and appropriate behavior by users
•    Provide direct public service at the Children’s Circulation Desk, including policy explanation, complaint resolution, problem solving, patron registration, fine collection and circulation of materials
•    Under the supervision of the Head of Youth Services create and/or maintain passive programs
•    Under the supervision of the Head of Youth Services, create and/or run in-person library programs
•    Participate as a member of the Children’s room team
•    Under the supervision of the Head of Youth Services, participate in the Children’s and Teen collection maintenance including weeding and shifting.
•    Under the supervision of the Head of Youth Services, assist in the merchandising and marketing of the physical collection.
•    Perform related duties and responsibilities as required

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
ability to supervise and mentor, to interpret community interests and needs, to develop systems and methods to get maximum use out of library materials and personnel; ability to meet and deal with people effectively and foster a friendly and supportive attitude towards patrons; ability to foster cooperation among staff.
Physical Demands: The employee is frequently required to stand/sit for a period of time and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs

ALA accredited MLS preferred. Salary commensurate with experience, ranging from the $48,995 -$51,500. EOE

Excellent benefits including health & dental insurance, short term disability, long term disability, PTO and more.

Mail resume with cover letter and 3 references to:
Search Committee
Kelley Library
234 Main Street
Salem, NH 03079 

Apply electronically to nducharme@kelleylibrary.org 

URL (Link) to online job description/application): www.kelleylibrary.org/_files/ugd/4f1084_10aba9a0d3464ff3b9cf9addab4a4c41.pdf

Closing date for submissions: 8/30/2024
 

Library Director, Wiggin Memorial Library, Stratham, NH

Wiggin Memorial Library

POSITION OVERVIEW
The Director manages the library for the community, including (but not restricted to) functions related to personnel, collections, communications, finances, and physical plant.  This individual oversees the creation of effective and efficient library policies, procedures and standards.  The position involves a high degree of creativity, judgment and complexity to assess the educational and cultural needs of the community and determine effective methods to deliver services.  The incumbent focuses on strategic planning and forecasting trends related to the community and the library.  On an ongoing basis, the Director supports the development of staff knowledge, abilities, and skills and fosters a team focused approach to library services and functions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Strategic Planning
In collaboration with the Board of Trustees, staff, town administrators, and community members:
Leads the development of strategic short and long term planning for the evolution of the library.  Collaborates with the Board of Trustees, staff, town administrators, and community members to ensure a broad and comprehensive plan.
Evaluates and updates the library’s mission and vision statements.
Develops, implements and evaluates the effectiveness of and accomplishments related to annual goals in conjunction with the Board of Trustees.

Personnel Development and Oversight
Engenders and thoughtfully nurtures a knowledgeable, competent, passionate, effective and committed staff team.
Accountable for personnel hiring, firing, performance appraisal, and disciplinary action with communication with the Board of Trustees.  Oversees all library personnel.
Coaches and mentors staff, supporting them to be effective and efficient and to promote professional growth.
Assesses the professional developmental needs of personnel and ensures the implementation of plans to address identified needs.
Establishes effective and proactive communication processes.
Oversees the process of onboarding new staff and the smooth transition of exiting staff.

Administration
Plans, directs, and manages all library operations.
Identifies and analyzes emerging community needs and changes in library science to anticipate changes in library services.
Interprets the library’s rules and policies, in determining how they should be applied, and how they should be updated.
Evaluates and plans for procuring resources essential for a successful library, including (but not limited to):  staffing, collections, technology, and physical plant.
Uses various data sources and other information resources to regularly assess the effectiveness and efficiency of library programs, services and processes, and to assess future needs of the library.  Develops and implements an action plan to address identified gaps and opportunities.
Ensures that library policies are current and align with existing library science principles.   Administers and works within policies established and approved by the Board of Trustees.
Creates a welcoming and helpful environment for library patrons.  
Ensures that library collections, subscriptions, electronic services, and systems are current and meet the needs of patrons.
Proactively assesses library equipment and the physical plant to ensure they are in working order or getting serviced as needed.
Establishes and maintains practices to foster a safe and secure library environment.
Supports and assists, where appropriate, diverse approaches to fundraising.

Public Programs and Community Relationships
Assesses community needs vis-à-vis library services and strategically prioritizes and evaluates how most effectively to operationalize them.
Oversees the creation and evaluation of programs and services that align with identified community needs and interests.
Represents the library at community and town meetings.
Performs various community relations projects that promote library services and overall value.
Oversees library marketing, public relations, and communication (website, social media, etc.)
Actively seeks partnerships with community businesses, organizations, and groups to support the library’s mission and goals.
Interacts with community members, other town departments, boards and committees and various groups and organizations to provide information and assistance as requested.

Budget
Prepares, administers and monitors the library’ s annual operating budget and finances.
With the Board of Trustees, presents the draft budget during the town budget process and effectively advocates for library needs.
Provides monthly budget updates to the Board of Trustees.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
MLS / MLIS from an accredited college or university, or accredited masters degree in a field related to management, business or public administration preferred.  In exceptional instances, specialized education, training and/or experience may be substituted for part or all of the required elements.
At least 5-7 years of experience as a librarian with at least 4 years as a managing librarian.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES
The Library Director is expected to demonstrate:
Operational knowledge of library principles, practices, and procedures.
Broad working knowledge of literature and materials relevant to all age groups.
The ability to forecast and incorporate library trends into library practice.
Excellent leadership skills.
The ability to develop, assess, and supervise library staff while creating a positive work environment.
The ability to deal courteously and tactfully with the public.
The ability to prioritize critical functions and activities among competing priorities.
Accurate and effective verbal and written communication with patrons, members of the community, Board of Trustees and staff.
Analytical skills, including the ability to gather and analyze data, identify problems and opportunities, compare results and prioritize options for solutions.
The ability to assess and creatively respond to community issues and needs.
Core skills related to budget development, management, presentation and administration.  
Knowledge of information technology, including mobile devices commonly used by library patrons.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS; WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed primarily in a library environment and includes sitting, standing, and moving around the facility.  Some travel to other locations to perform work and/or attend meetings is required.
Work is subject to regular interruptions, noise, and other disruptions natural to working in a public place.
The work atmosphere is frequently dusty with potential exposure to airborne pathogens.
Physical exertion to manage, move or handle library supplies and materials from overhead, at waist level, and from the floor and may require bending, twisting, kneeling and crouching.  Materials may weigh up to 25 pounds.

POSITION TYPE / EXPECTED HOURS
The Library Director is an exempt, 40 hour per week position.  The work hours are distributed over the library’s open hours, including evenings and weekends.  Occasional work will be scheduled outside of library’s open hours to accommodate programming, community outreach and Board of Trustee meetings.  The schedule will be determined by the Library Director and the Board of Trustees.

“At Will Status” and EEO STATEMENT
All employment at the Wiggin Memorial Library is “at will.” Except as otherwise provided by law, the employment relationship can be terminated for any lawful reason, with or without notice, at any time, at the option of either the Wiggin Memorial Library or the employee.

The Wiggin Memorial Library does not discriminate against qualified individuals because of any status or characteristic that is protected by federal, state, or local law or ordinance, including national origin, race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, creed, age, marital or familial status, veteran status, religion, pregnancy, or physical or mental disability

$60,000-$85,000 annually

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to
wmldirectorsearch@gmail.com

URL (Link) to online job description/application): https://nela.mcjobboard.net/jobs/159981

Closing date for submissions: 8/31/2024

Library Director, Baker Free Library, Bow, NH

The Baker Free Library Board of Trustees seeks an outgoing and motivated library leader to become its next Library Director. Baker Free Library serves a population of just over 8,000 residents from its wonderful 17,000 square foot facility. Under the direction of a publicly elected five-member Board of Trustees, the Library Director will oversee a $645,000 budget and 12 staff. This leader will have a proven track record of successful community visibility and collaboration, collection development, and administrative management. The ideal candidate will also exhibit a dedication to providing strong and effective learning opportunities for all ages, and an outward focus that prioritizes partnerships and connections within the wider community.

Responsibilities: The Library Director drafts the financial budget for the trustees on an annual basis and, together with the bookkeeper and treasurer, manages the day-to-day financials of the library. The director recruits, hires, supervises, and evaluates all library staff—creating a strong and cohesive team through regular meetings and professional development opportunities for all staff. The director will prepare annual reports and assist the trustees with long-range planning and policy development. The director will oversee the development and implementation of all library services, collections, and programming for patrons of all ages. The Library Director will have oversight of facility and grounds maintenance and safety. The director will engage in grant writing and work collaboratively with the Baker Free Library Foundation. The Library Director serves as the public face of the library prioritizing positive promotion of the library throughout the community. For a full job description, visit www.bowbakerfreelibrary.org

Qualifications: An ALA-accredited master's degree in library science plus three or more years of progressively responsible experience in a public library is required. Customer service, supervisory, and budgeting skills are preferred.

Benefits package that includes health, dental, and retirement.

Compensation: The hiring salary range is $85,000 – $95,000 (with placement negotiable dependent on experience and qualifications)

To apply, send a cover letter and resume to info@bakerfreelib.org

Closing date for submissions: September 1, 2024

Collection and Resource Sharing Coordinator - Shapiro Library at Southern New Hampshire University, Manchester, NH

Southern New Hampshire University is a team of innovators. World changers. Individuals who believe in progress with purpose. Since 1932, our people-centered strategy has defined us — and helped us grow a team that now serves over 180,000 learners worldwide.

Our mission to transform lives is made possible by talented people who bring diverse industry experience, backgrounds and skills to the university. And today, we're ready to expand our reach. All we need is you.

This position is based in the following office location:

Manchester, NH

The opportunity:

In this on-site position reporting to the Manager of Library Resource Sharing, you will support the community's resource needs through the review, assessment, and processing of Interlibrary Loan and Off-Campus Library Services requests from students, faculty, and staff. You will work with the Manager of Library Resource Sharing to assess the library collection and improve based on need, use, and other factors. You will help with other library operations.

What you'll do:

Process interlibrary loan (borrowing and lending) and Off-Campus Library Services requests with our resource sharing platform, Tipasa.
Seek opportunities to increase efficiency as it applies to resource sharing workflows
Help analyze the library collection using internal and external data and statistics.
Help with ongoing collection assessment.
Manage our course reserves through organization of faculty materials and tracking of items.
Support work across the Office of Knowledge Management and Information Science

What we're looking for:

1-2 years library experience including interlibrary loan experience
Bachelor's degree
Basic knowledge of copyright law

Benefits:

Exceptional benefits (because you’re exceptional) You’re the whole package. Your benefits should be, too. As a full-time employee at SNHU, you’ll get:

High-quality, low-deductible medical insurance
Low to no-cost dental and vision plans
5 weeks of paid time off (plus almost a dozen paid holidays)
Employer-funded retirement
Free tuition program
Parental leave
Mental health and wellbeing resources 

The hourly pay range for this position is $18.09 - $28.94. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. We expect this position to be hired in the following target hiring range $19.99 - $27.05

Submit an application through: https://snhu.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/External_Career_Site/job/On-Site-New-Hampshire/Collection-and-Resource-Sharing-Coordinator_R0012415-1

Closing date for submissions:   09/01/2024

Director, St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, St. Johnsbury, VT

Job Title: Athenaeum Director

Reports to: Athenaeum Board of Trustees

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Projected Start Date: January 1, 2025

The St. Johnsbury Athenaeum is a rural, private, non-profit public library and art gallery located in St. Johnsbury, Vermont whose mission is to promote life-long learning. In 1996, the St. Johnsbury Athenaeum was designated a National Historic Landmark, one of the few libraries in the nation with this prestigious status. A monument of the 19th century belief in publicly accessible learning, the Athenaeum was founded by Horace Fairbanks as a cultural center for the town—a true “athenaeum”—providing a free public library, hosting programs and events for the community, and stewarding a unique collection of literature and art throughout the building.

The Director of the St. Johnsbury Athenaeum is the public face of the institution and will provide the creative vision, long-range strategy, energy, and management skills to lead the Athenaeum's overall programs and operations. Working closely with the staff and Board of Trustees, the Director will have primary oversight for development, financial planning, collections, and program implementation; carrying out the strategy and policies approved by the Board; and assuring that the organization achieves its mission of service to its patrons and the community. The director will balance internal management with external impact and visibility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

● Determines the most effective structure and staffing for managing daily operations and finances. Responsible for human resources and fostering a collegial work environment that supports innovation; inspires, mentors, and manages staff and volunteers consistent with current law and Board policy. Promotes and maintains equity, diversity, and inclusion as fundamental values of the Athenaeum.

● Directs the design, promotion, delivery and quality of programs, products, exhibits and library services.

● Promotes organizational values and represents the Athenaeum to the media and to constituents in public and private settings. Assures that the Athenaeum and its mission, programs, and services are consistently presented in a strong, positive light.

● Cultivates relationships with the community and collaborates with local and statewide peer institutions and the Town of St. Johnsbury.

● Sets the strategic direction for the Athenaeum in conjunction with the Board in all matters related to finances, policies, human resources, collections, and programs.

● Reports on Athenaeum activity to the Board of Trustees at committee and full Board meetings. Recommends an annual budget for Board approval and prudently manages these resources within the budget guidelines.

● Oversees the Development Officer in implementing fundraising strategies that support the goal of increasing the Athenaeum’s funding base through grant writing, stewarding private donations and inspiring a new generation of supporters.

● Ensures that the historic building, library, art, and special collections are maintained to a high standard of care and are captivating and accessible for users, scholars, and visitors.

● Supports the Friends of the St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, which operates Secondhand Prose, a used bookstore.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Directly supervises the Athenaeum staff, including 5 full time and 4 part time staff.

Education and Experience:

● A Bachelor's or graduate degree in a field related to the organization's purpose or equivalent experience and expertise (MLS or MLIS preferred).

● Library services experience. Additional museum and curatorial experience in a comparable institution is a plus.

● Minimum of five years of experience in administration of a non-profit or related business.

● Strong financial management skills and experience with supervision of employees and volunteers.

● Demonstrated success in public relations and fundraising.

● Proficiency with the technology and applications necessary for modern library administrative and fiscal management.

Desired Qualities:

● Strong interpersonal skills, such as the ability to build consensus in the staff, interface with the Board and connect with public visitors on a daily basis.

● Organizational skills to run a multifaceted institution.

● Creativity, imagination, and vision in development of programs and initiatives.

● Integrity and honesty in daily interactions.

● Adaptability and problem solving.

● Patience and a sense of humor in meeting challenges as they might arise.

Compensation:

Salary range is $65,000 to $80,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications, benefits included.

To Apply:

Email a cover letter and résumé to Board Chair Elizabeth Evans at eevans@stjathenaeum.org with Athenaeum Director as the subject line.

No phone calls or paper applications. Incomplete applications will be discarded without reply.

Closing date September 1, 2024 or until filled.

We conduct criminal background checks on all new hires. The St. Johnsbury Athenaeum is an equal opportunity employer, and will not discriminate, or tolerate discrimination, against any employee or applicant in any manner prohibited by law.

Reference Librarian, Haverhill Public Library, Haverhill, MA

 

Job Summary

Performs all duties related to providing excellent information and reference service to library patrons. Assists patrons in the use of the library, including but not limited to, reference questions, reader’s advisory, and use of equipment and materials. Instructs patrons in use of all library electronic resources, including the Internet, library databases, and online catalog. Helps maintain, organize, and present all nonfiction, periodical, and audio-visual materials in the adult collection, subject to approval by the Reference and Information Services Department Head. May be asked to focus on Adult Programming, ILL, or Outreach. May help to serve in the Special Collections room when necessary regardless of area focus.

Supervision Received/Exercised

Works under the supervision of the Head of Reference and Information Services. Supervises volunteers and pages in the Reference and Information Services Department in the absence of the Department Head. May be asked to serve as manager in absence of Department Head.

Ultimately answers to the Assistant Director and/or Director.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Desired Abilities

1.       Knowledge of print and electronic resources

2.       Interest in and familiarity with mobile technologies and their use in delivering reference and information services

3.       Knowledge of library trends and best practices, especially as they apply to reference and information services

4.        Ability to meet people easily and get along well with others

5.       Ability to express one’s self clearly, concisely, and pleasantly in the English language in person, orally, and in writing

6.       Ability to learn new skills quickly

7.       Ability to work with MS Office products, both for internal library use and for patron instruction

8.       Ability to use new technologies, mobile devices, and social networking tools to communicate with library customers and colleagues

9.       Ability to manage situations in a busy, service-oriented environment with tact, courtesy, initiative, resourcefulness, and good judgment

10.   Ability to work cooperatively as a team member

11.   Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Minimum Qualifications

1.       BA/BS in relevant field is required

2.       Master of Library Science Degree from an ALA-accredited institution is strongly preferred, will consider current enrollment in MLS program

3.       Demonstrated facility and experience with the Internet, electronic databases, Microsoft Office products, and integrated library systems

4.       Demonstrated facility and/or experience working with the public in a diverse urban environment

Physical Requirements

Regularly required to bend, stoop, squat, and reach.  Must be able to push or pull a cart of library materials, to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and to use a two-step footstool  

Full/Part Time

Full Time

Education

MLS/Masters

Salary Range

$899.08 - $1,045.68  /  week

Salary Notes

Steps on Union/City Scale

Closing Date

Open until filled, priority given to applications received by August 2, 2024

How to Apply

Please send resume and cover letter to: Sarah Moser, director, smoser@haverhillpl.org

Please do not call about this job. 

 

Library Assistant I (Part Time), Amherst Town Library, Amherst, NH

 Job Description:

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Provides front-line patron services and supports all library activities, including circulation, reader’s advisory, technical services, programming, and communication.

12-15 hours per week over 3-4 days including one evening, and weekends in rotation.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Circulation
● Greets patrons throughout the library and creates a welcoming atmosphere.
● Performs all circulation functions including registration, checking out materials, and collecting payments.
● Assists patrons in the location and use of library materials in a variety of formats.
● Places holds, interlibrary loan, and purchase requests.
● Empties book drops and checks in returned materials inspecting for any damage.
● Runs pull lists and searches for requested items.
● Prepares and processes incoming and outgoing transferred materials.
● Responds to inquiries regarding customer accounts and library events or activities.
● Uses library software to assist customers with room reservations and program registration.
● Assists the public in use of basic technology including the self-checkout, public computers, copiers, printers, and fax.
● Responds to basic reference questions using library databases, online, and/or print resources.
● Shelves books and other materials and performs shelfwork (reading, weeding, shifting)
● Runs daily reports (unclaimed, overdues, holds) and notifies patrons as needed.
● Provides direction to Library Pages as needed.

Reader’s Advisory/Reference
● Keeps abreast of current reading trends and pop culture to provide timely recommendations and offer guidance in selecting materials.
● Provides instruction in the use of physical and digital library tools and resources.
● Contributes to staff picks, displays, book lists, and book reviews.
● Participates in training activities to improve readers advisory skills.

Technical Services
● Covers and processes books, periodicals and media.
● Cleans and repairs damaged materials.
● Periodically locates and pulls materials for review, replacement, or withdrawal.
● Discards withdrawn materials, as needed.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:
● Promotes the collections and services of the library through the website, social media, and the production of flyers and brochures.
● Participates in the development and implementation of library programs and events.
● Assists in selection and ordering of materials.
● Attends and participates in regular staff meetings.
● Periodically cleans public and staff spaces to maintain a sanitary and tidy environment.
● Supports the American Library Association’s Library Bill of Rights, Freedom to Read statement, Freedom to View statement, and Code of Ethics.

Qualifications:

● Bachelor's degree from an accredited four year college or university
● Experience working in a library or related field
● Proficiency with current technology (software, applications, platforms, devices) and ability to adapt to evolving technological environments.
● Commitment to deliver and prioritize excellent customer service.
● Willingness to learn modern library principles and methodologies and interest in professional growth and lifelong learning.
● High degree of motivation, initiative and resourcefulness and the ability to exercise independent judgment in problem solving and decision-making.
● Experience handling multiple tasks to meet deadlines and ability to adapt to changing organizational priorities
● Exemplary interpersonal skills, a commitment to teamwork, and the ability to communicate effectively.

Salary:

 Compensation: $22.09/hr. to start

 

Physical Requirements:

● Must be able to push or pull carts.
● A moderate amount of bending, squatting, lifting (up to 40 lbs.), stretching
● Standing for extended periods of time.
● Must be able to reach the highest and lowest shelves in the library.
● Ability to move quickly among duties.

 

To apply, please complete our online form and upload your resume, letter of interest, and three references. https://bit.ly/ATL-Employment-Application

Review of applications will begin immediately. Direct any questions to Amy Lapointe, Library Director

alapointe@amherstlibrary.org

https://bit.ly/ATL-Employment-Application

 

 

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