Collections Strategist and Acquisitions Manager, Dartmouth Libraries, Hanover, New Hampshire

Dartmouth Libraries, a vital partner across Dartmouth’s research enterprise and teaching mission, welcomes applications for the position of Collections Strategist and Acquisitions Manager.
 
Join a purpose- and values-driven department dedicated to supporting a top-tier research and liberal arts institution with a library collections budget exceeding $12 million. This position is both strategic and operational, collaborating with department leadership to help shape the future of the team, its systems, and workflows by remaining adaptive to a dynamic scholarly landscape.
 
The Collections Strategist and Acquisitions Manager will advance Dartmouth Libraries’ goal to enhance discovery and access to world-class collections and content across evolving platforms. You’ll collaborate with colleagues to position the Libraries in accelerating research by sharing in-depth knowledge of Dartmouth Libraries’ scholarly resources and their ongoing management. This position plays an important role in advising and assisting colleagues in strategic and cost-effective ways to acquire and maintain all Dartmouth Libraries collection-related resources. 
 
Reporting to the Head of Acquisitions and Collection Development, you will support the leadership of your team, strategizing and implementing library-wide collections licensing and lifecycle for all scholarly formats, contributing to open and transformative access priorities, and applying data-informed decision-making for collections building.

Minimum requirements (training, skills, education, experience):
-Master’s degree in Library or Information Science, or equivalent advanced degree from an American Library Association (A.L.A.)-accredited or equivalent accrediting body

-Five plus years of progressively responsible acquisitions and/or electronic resources experience

-Three years of supervisory experience with the ability to lead staff, develop, and manage efficient workflows/processes in support of strategic goals

-Excellent oral and written communication skills through a variety of communication methods

-Proven ability to adapt to a changing information landscape, manage competing priorities, and navigate ambiguity

-Demonstrated commitment to professional development/achievement

Hiring Wage Range:
Hiring range: $75,700  – $94,700

Other Considerations/Requirements:
Do you have questions?
Contact Jennifer Matthews, Head of Acquisitions and Collection Development, at  Jennifer.K.Matthews@dartmouth.edu

U.R.L. (Link) to online job description/application):
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/87197

Circulation Assistant, Seabrook Library, Seabrook, New Hampshire

GENERAL SUMMARY: This part-time position is ideal for individuals with an outgoing personality who are passionate about libraries. Must have experience in interacting with the public and thrive in a sometimes fast-paced, sometimes slow-paced collaborative environment. A can-do attitude and sense of humor are valued.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:
1. Customer Service:
--Greet and assist library patrons with a friendly and approachable demeanor.
--Provide accurate information on library services, programs, and resources.
--Assist patrons in locating materials, using library equipment, and navigating digital resources.
2. Circulation Services:
--Check in and check out library materials, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
--Process library card applications and assist patrons with account inquiries.
--Respond to patron inquiries on the telephone and via email in a timely and professional manner.
3. Shelving and Collection Maintenance:
--Shelve Adult library materials accurately.
--Conduct shelf-reading and assist in maintaining the order and appearance of library collections.
4. Technology Assistance:
--Help patrons using library computers, printers, and other technology.
--Assist with troubleshooting common issues related to the library's digital resource applications and the equipment used to access same.
5. General Administrative Tasks:
--Assist with opening and closing procedures, including securing the library space.
6. Other duties as assigned.

Reports to the Director, or the Adult Services Librarian in Director's absence.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or equivalent; a college degree is a plus. Previous experience in delivering outstanding customer service, preferably in a library or similar setting. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Basic computer literacy and familiarity with common software and internet applications. Ability to work unsupervised, and collaboratively as part of a team. Passing a criminal background check is required.

Benefits:
Eight paid holidays (when holidays coincide with regularly scheduled work hours). 40 hours annual paid leave which can be used for vacation, illness, medical appointments or personal business.

Hiring Wage Range:
$20 per hour.

Other Considerations/Requirements:
Schedule: 
Monday: 1-5
Tuesday: 3-7
Wednesday: 1-5
Friday: 1-5
Saturday: 9-1

How to submit an application/resume:
Kindly send your PDF resume and a cover letter to Elizabeth Weilbacher, Director via director@sealib.org

Closing date for submissions:
9/30/2026

Teen Services Librarian, Wells Public Library, Wells, Maine

The Town of Wells is seeking a full-time, energetic, team-oriented Teen Services Librarian who has a strong commitment to working with young adults. This position is responsible for creating welcoming spaces where teens feel comfortable and respected while providing library services including programming, collection development, and readers advisory. This position is also responsible for managing the behaviors of teens who visit the library. This is a 40 hour/week position that requires some evening and weekend hours.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE
This position is open until filled.

Minimum requirements (training, skills, education, experience):
The successful candidate will have a master’s degree, at least one year of professional experience working in a library, and experience working with teens/young adults. Candidates with any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job may be considered.

Benefits:
The Town of Wells offers an excellent pay and benefit package. This is a full-time position with a with a pay range of $24.72- $35.10 per hour depending on experience. The Town of Wells offers competitive pay including education incentives, benefit package including health, dental, S.T.D., Life Insurance, vision, 457 matched retirement or Maine Public Employees Retirement (MainePERS) as well as an incentive-based Wellness Program.

Hiring Wage Range:
$24.72- $35.10

How to submit an application/resume:
Application can be found here: https://www.wellstown.org/Jobs.asp 
Cover letter and resume can be emailed to employment@wellstown.org.

For a complete job description, please visit on our website:
https://www.wellstown.org/Jobs.aspx

Closing date for submissions:
10/9/2026

Library Assistant, James A. Tuttle Library, Antrim, New Hampshire

Library Assistants are members of a Library's support staff. Their duties might include helping patrons find  materials, reshelving books, working the circulation desk, handling online requests and interlibrary loans, processing new Library cards and conducting inventory. They also might oversee Library events, such as book sales, reading programs, entering new materials into the database, updating social media, book readings or movie nights. 

Duties:
•    Greets and assists Library users in the circulation area employing effective customer service skills.
•    Performs all circulation area functions effectively including check-ins, check-outs, renews, and processing applications for new Library cards.
•    Shelves, shelf-reads and organizes collections and keeps materials in good order.
•    Staffs the children's room, and other areas of the Library as necessary.
•    Responsible for Library opening and closing procedures.
•    Informs Library users of Library policies and enforcing them when necessary.
•    Processes overdue materials, including contacting borrowers by phone, email, mail, or text.
•    Fields requests for new acquisitions and interlibrary loans.
•    Assists Library users in making photocopies and help with computer programs.
•    Receives phone calls, and assists or transfers calls as necessary.
•    Processing and entering new materials into the database.
•    Updating patron and bibliographic records.
•    Provides reference and reader's advisor services, instructs patrons in the use of Library resources, including reference materials, subscription databases, catalogs, computers, and the interlibrary loan system.
•    Updates and monitors the Library social media accounts.
•    Other duties as assigned.

Job Specifications:
•    Computer skills sufficient to perform the functions of the online catalog and circulation modules of the Library’s Integrated Library System, and technical questions from patrons.
•    Desire to meet and serve the Library's user community.
•    Good clerical skills and attention to detail required.
•    Demonstrates appropriate flexibility in dealing with a diverse population.

Physical Demands:
The work is typically performed indoors while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, bending, crouching or walking. The employee frequently lifts objects and uses equipment requiring dexterity. Must be able to lift 25 pounds.

Please send your resume to: tuttlelibrary@gmail.com

Executive Director, Pope Memorial Library, North Conway, New Hampshire

Pope Memorial Library
Executive Director
Job Description

RESPONSIBLE FOR:
 
♦ Development and execution of programs directed to the community and engaging the community in fulfillment of the Library vision, including revenue generating activities
♦ Adherence to the Library’s mission statement and policies, working to further the goals of the library.
♦ Compliance with all Library policies, assuring library alignment with American Library Association and New Hampshire State Library initiatives
♦ Partnership with the Board of Directors
♦ Fund development activities, especially relationship-building and individual giving
♦ Public image, acting as chief spokesperson for the library.
♦ Daily operations of the library
♦ Collection maintenance and management
♦ Financial record-keeping
♦ Volunteer program.
♦ Staffing: including hiring, delegation, termination
♦ Library record-keeping
♦ Property management and maintenance

Minimum requirements (training, skills, education, experience):
QUALIFICATIONS
 
♦ Knowledge of the principles and practices of library work and of the organization and management of library operations, including administration, staff management and finance.
♦ Versed in nonprofit management: including legal requirements for nonprofits, nonprofit boards, nonprofit financial reporting
♦ Fund-raising, development experience
♦ Staff supervision experience
♦ Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
♦ Advanced computer skills
♦ Ability to plan, organize, and conduct programs for all age groups.
♦ Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Benefits:
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
 
♦ Full-time, exempt position
♦ Retirement Benefits
♦ Paid Time Off (P.T.O.)

Other Considerations/Requirements:
We know that no candidate matches every single ideal qualification. If you are passionate about this role and feel you can do the work, please apply.

How to submit an application/resume:
https://www.popelibrarynh.org/jobs

Closing date for submissions:
10/15/2026

 

Library Director, James E. Nichols Memorial Library, Center Harbor, New Hampshire

The James E. Nichols Memorial Library is seeking to fill a part-time position for an energetic, resourceful, and community-minded Library Director to lead daily operations of our small-town library. This leadership position is responsible for managing Library staff, overseeing daily operations, developing programming, maintaining the collection, engaging with the community, and helping shape the Library’s future.

Minimum requirements (training, skills, education, experience): 
Preferred Qualifications

• A Master's degree in Library Science, Information Science, or a related field from an accredited program is preferred but not required.
• Four or more years of experience in library management, nonprofit leadership, staff management, community programming, or other relevant experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage staff and day-to-day operations.
• Strong organizational, communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Comfortable taking initiative, solving problems independently, and bringing new ideas from concept through implementation.
• Experience developing community programs, events, or services.
• Grant research and grant proposal writing experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a volunteer Board of Trustees while independently managing the Library's daily operations.
• Comfortable working directly with patrons of all ages and backgrounds.
• Familiarity with library technology, circulation systems, social media, and common office technology is desirable.

Benefits:
2 weeks paid vacation

Hiring Wage Range:  $28–$32 per hour, based on experience

Other Considerations/Requirements: 
This is a part-time position averaging approximately 30 hours per week. The position requires flexibility to accommodate Library operating hours, programs, community events, and monthly Board meetings, and typically includes one Saturday per month.

How to submit an application/resume: 
Sandy Frost, Library Trustee Chair
Nichols Memorial Library
35 Plymouth Street
Center Harbor, NH 03226
sandyparksandrec@gmail.com

U.R.L. (Link) to the full online job description:
https://bit.ly/CH-library-jobposting

Closing date for submissions: November 2, 2026

Library Director, Pierson Library, Shelburne, Vermont

The Town of Shelburne, Vermont, is seeking an experienced, collaborative, and forward-thinking leader to serve as Director of the Pierson Library.

Located in the heart of Shelburne Village, Pierson Library is a vibrant and highly valued community resource where people come to learn, connect, discover, and engage with one another. Operating from an award-winning contemporary facility, the Library has experienced significant growth in community use since the building opened in 2019 and is supported by an experienced staff, engaged Board of Trustees, strong community partnerships, and enthusiastic public support.

Our mission is simple: To foster ideas, culture, and connection for the Shelburne community.

The Position

The Library Director serves as the Library’s chief executive and provides strategic and operational leadership. Working in partnership with the Board of Trustees, the Director will lead an experienced staff; oversee Library services, programs, collections, technology, finances, and facilities; build strong relationships throughout the community and Town government; and ensure the Library continues to evolve in response to the needs of Shelburne.

Key areas of responsibility include:
    
•    Providing strategic leadership and translating the Library’s strategic priorities into effective operations and measurable goals;
    
•    Leading, supporting, and developing Library staff and fostering a positive, collaborative workplace culture;

•    Ensuring excellent, welcoming, accessible, and responsive services, programs, collections, and patron experiences;

•    Developing and managing operating and capital budgets and planning for long-term organizational, technology, and facility needs;

•    Serving as a visible community leader and building strong relationships with patrons, community organizations, schools, businesses, municipal partners, and other stakeholders;

•    Partnering effectively with the Board of Trustees, Town Manager, Selectboard, and Town staff; and

•    Ensuring effective management of the Library facility, administrative systems, and regulatory requirements.
    
Qualifications

A Master’s Degree in Library or Information Science is required, along with progressively responsible experience in library administration, organizational leadership, budgeting, and staff supervision.

The successful candidate will be a collaborative and thoughtful leader with strong financial, administrative, interpersonal, and communication skills. They will understand contemporary public library services and be equally comfortable setting organizational direction, navigating complex issues, building community relationships, and jumping in to work alongside staff when needed.

Experience working with a governing board, municipal government, facilities management, and library technology is highly desirable.

About Shelburne

Shelburne is a community of approximately 8,000 residents on the shores of Lake Champlain, just south of Burlington. The town combines the character of a historic Vermont village with easy access to the cultural, educational, recreational, and employment opportunities of the greater Burlington area, the Champlain Valley, and the Green Mountains.

Salary: $90,000–$110,000, comprehensive benefits package

View the full position description: Pierson Library Director 

How to Apply

To apply, please submit a letter of interest & resume to elizabeth.a.berman@gmail.com. Review of applications will begin October 15, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.