The Town of Billerica seeks a friendly, dependable, independent, and detail-oriented candidate to join our team and serve as our new Reference/Public Services Librarian.
Duties
• Facilitates access to library materials in all available formats and provides expert guidance to patrons of all ages requesting information or on-the-spot assistance with technology
• Provides one-on-one technology training by appointment
• Collaborates with library staff to develop and maintain the library's website
• Supports the use of the library’s services and collections by assisting in the development of discovery tools, resource guides, and promotional materials
• Manages technology setup and breakdown for programs and related activities
• Maintains the library’s print collections on technology topics
• Coordinates the library’s No Club Book Club program and supports other programming initiatives
• Attends workshops, trainings, and conferences and participates in professional development activities
• Other job functions as assigned
Schedule
20-hour work week includes one evening, every other Saturday and one Sunday per month.
Qualifications
A Master’s Degree in Library Science in a program accredited by the American Library Association. Minimum of one to two years’ experience in library work preferred.
Strong public service commitment along with a high degree of initiative, independence and excellent interpersonal skills; ability to exercise judgment in dealing effectively with diverse constituencies in a responsive manner; ability to set priorities and manage time effectively; ability to collaborate and communicate effectively; positive attitude a must.
Full/Part Time
Part Time
Education
MLS/Masters
Salary Range
$535.33 - $731.31 / week
Salary Notes
In 9 steps with a prorated benefits package, including participation in the retirement system.
Closing Date
Open until filled
Apply to
Joe St. Germain, Library Director*
Billerica Public Library
15 Concord Road
Billerica, MA 01821
jstgermain@billericalibrary.org
*Please include cover letter, resume and three references (PDF format preferred if submitting electronically).
