Job Description: The Samuel H. Wentworth Library is seeking an energetic, enthusiastic, and organized individual who enjoys working with youth of all ages to create and run our youth programs. This is a 10 hour a week, part-time position that requires some availability after school (September to June), either a Thursday or Friday morning weekly, and one Saturday morning a month.
Minimum requirements (training, skills, education, experience):
● A high school or GED degree is required. A college degree and/or coursework in elementary education or similar is preferred.
● Experience working directly with youth is required.
● Previous library experience or service is preferred.
● Ability to maintain confidentiality and use appropriate judgment in handling information and records is essential.
● Ability to communicate and interact courteously, tactfully and efficiently with people of all ages, abilities, temperaments and backgrounds is required.
● Considerable ability to pay attention to detail is highly desirable.
● Familiarity with desktop computers and mobile devices including smartphones, e-readers, and tablets and facility with, or committed willingness to learn and master Google Suite tools and Canva is required.
Benefits:
The position is part-time and includes pro-rated vacation, holiday and sick benefits and reimbursement for professional development activities. It does not include health benefits.
Hiring Wage Range:
The hourly rate of pay is $20 an hour.
Other Considerations/Requirements:
● Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time, climb stairs frequently, kneel, stoop to floor level, crouch - including working on the floor with lowest levels of bookshelves, and to reach and grasp with hands and arms often.
● Specific vision abilities required include close and distance vision and the ability to focus on both print and electronic text.
● Required to lift on occasion, up to 25 pounds and to be able to push a cart of materials up to 75 pounds.
● A familiarity with the ALA Freedom to Read Statement, ALA Library Bill of Rights, and ethical principles of librarianship and a willingness to learn NH library laws is preferred.
● A commitment to participating in ongoing professional development, especially with regard to technology and youth is desirable.
● A positive and collaborative personal workplace philosophy is essential.
● Requires the ability to read and understand titles, call numbers and dates; sort accurately by alphabetical, numerical, chronological or Dewey Decimal order.
How to submit an application/resume:
To apply, send a cover letter and resume to Nancy Fredrickson, Library Director via email to directorshwlibrary@gmail.com. Please use the subject line “Youth Services Programming Librarian.” Review of applications and interviews will begin immediately. The position will stay open until filled.
URL (Link) to online job description/application):
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1m-wArvUb8-VfuLMCwUBILjhHg9ELdw_gzzYoKbiUOr8/edit?usp=sharing
Closing date for submissions:
September 20, 2025
Minimum requirements (training, skills, education, experience):
● A high school or GED degree is required. A college degree and/or coursework in elementary education or similar is preferred.
● Experience working directly with youth is required.
● Previous library experience or service is preferred.
● Ability to maintain confidentiality and use appropriate judgment in handling information and records is essential.
● Ability to communicate and interact courteously, tactfully and efficiently with people of all ages, abilities, temperaments and backgrounds is required.
● Considerable ability to pay attention to detail is highly desirable.
● Familiarity with desktop computers and mobile devices including smartphones, e-readers, and tablets and facility with, or committed willingness to learn and master Google Suite tools and Canva is required.
Benefits:
The position is part-time and includes pro-rated vacation, holiday and sick benefits and reimbursement for professional development activities. It does not include health benefits.
Hiring Wage Range:
The hourly rate of pay is $20 an hour.
Other Considerations/Requirements:
● Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time, climb stairs frequently, kneel, stoop to floor level, crouch - including working on the floor with lowest levels of bookshelves, and to reach and grasp with hands and arms often.
● Specific vision abilities required include close and distance vision and the ability to focus on both print and electronic text.
● Required to lift on occasion, up to 25 pounds and to be able to push a cart of materials up to 75 pounds.
● A familiarity with the ALA Freedom to Read Statement, ALA Library Bill of Rights, and ethical principles of librarianship and a willingness to learn NH library laws is preferred.
● A commitment to participating in ongoing professional development, especially with regard to technology and youth is desirable.
● A positive and collaborative personal workplace philosophy is essential.
● Requires the ability to read and understand titles, call numbers and dates; sort accurately by alphabetical, numerical, chronological or Dewey Decimal order.
How to submit an application/resume:
To apply, send a cover letter and resume to Nancy Fredrickson, Library Director via email to directorshwlibrary@gmail.com. Please use the subject line “Youth Services Programming Librarian.” Review of applications and interviews will begin immediately. The position will stay open until filled.
URL (Link) to online job description/application):
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1m-wArvUb8-VfuLMCwUBILjhHg9ELdw_gzzYoKbiUOr8/edit?usp=sharing
Closing date for submissions:
September 20, 2025
