Reference & Circulation Librarian
Position #11432
$28.74/hour - $38.85/hour
*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.
The State of New Hampshire, Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, New Hampshire State Library, has a full-time vacancy for our Reference & Circulation Librarian.
Summary:
Manages and directs the Reference & Information Services Section of the State Library through the provision of reference services to state agency personnel, legislators, legislative staff, libraries and the general public. Manages and directs the information services of the State Library to the general public through resource sharing and document delivery services.
Responsibilities:
Develops procedures for orderly and systematic workflow within the section. Effectively manages all activities related to storage, lending and borrowing of library materials.
Oversees performance and corrective action of professional and support staff of the section. Recruits, hires and evaluates professional and support staff of the section.
Prepares statistical and narrative reports on Reference & Information Services activities.
Provides reference services in-person, by email and on the telephone using printed and electronic resources.
Represents state library at professional meetings through association and committee membership, leadership and participation.
Oversees the state library’s participation in the federal document depository program.
Provides quality and quantity assurance of all work performed within the section.
Promotes and publicizes the services and products of the Reference & Information Section to the legislature and the statewide library community at large.
Assists with the management and development of library collections through selection, weeding and preservation. Plans for and directs the implementation of new reference services offered by the section.
Develops budget controls for utilization of personnel, office supplies and equipment.
Manages the operations of the statewide materials delivery service and its fleet of vehicles.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 7 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must include at least 36 credits of graduate-level study in library science and at least 1 year of professional librarian work in a public, special, state, college or university library.
YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in library science from a college or university accredited by the American Library Association
Working knowledge of current cataloging descriptive standards and Dewey Decimal Classification. Proficiency in Microsoft Windows Office applications. Knowledge of current ILS and their capabilities. Knowledge of and experience with social media and new information technologies. Knowledge of standard and authoritative reference resources.
Ability to work independently and to motivate team performance. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent attention to detail and highly organized work habits. Ability to analyze and evaluate program effectiveness and resource utilization.
Ability to speak before public groups.
License/Certification: Valid driver’s license
Other Requirements: None
Trainee Option: Candidates with an equivalent combination of 6+ years of relevant education and experience after completion of high school, with the required credits of graduate-level study in library science, may be considered and hired in ‘trainee status’ for this position.
DISCLAIMERS:
The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.
When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.
For further information please contact: Ms. Melinda Atwood, Deputy State Librarian, melinda.s.atwood@dncr.nh.gov
Closing Date for admissions: 4/20/2026
URL (Link) to online job description/application):
https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/employment.aspx
Position #11432
$28.74/hour - $38.85/hour
*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.
The State of New Hampshire, Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, New Hampshire State Library, has a full-time vacancy for our Reference & Circulation Librarian.
Summary:
Manages and directs the Reference & Information Services Section of the State Library through the provision of reference services to state agency personnel, legislators, legislative staff, libraries and the general public. Manages and directs the information services of the State Library to the general public through resource sharing and document delivery services.
Responsibilities:
Develops procedures for orderly and systematic workflow within the section. Effectively manages all activities related to storage, lending and borrowing of library materials.
Oversees performance and corrective action of professional and support staff of the section. Recruits, hires and evaluates professional and support staff of the section.
Prepares statistical and narrative reports on Reference & Information Services activities.
Provides reference services in-person, by email and on the telephone using printed and electronic resources.
Represents state library at professional meetings through association and committee membership, leadership and participation.
Oversees the state library’s participation in the federal document depository program.
Provides quality and quantity assurance of all work performed within the section.
Promotes and publicizes the services and products of the Reference & Information Section to the legislature and the statewide library community at large.
Assists with the management and development of library collections through selection, weeding and preservation. Plans for and directs the implementation of new reference services offered by the section.
Develops budget controls for utilization of personnel, office supplies and equipment.
Manages the operations of the statewide materials delivery service and its fleet of vehicles.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 7 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must include at least 36 credits of graduate-level study in library science and at least 1 year of professional librarian work in a public, special, state, college or university library.
YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in library science from a college or university accredited by the American Library Association
Working knowledge of current cataloging descriptive standards and Dewey Decimal Classification. Proficiency in Microsoft Windows Office applications. Knowledge of current ILS and their capabilities. Knowledge of and experience with social media and new information technologies. Knowledge of standard and authoritative reference resources.
Ability to work independently and to motivate team performance. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent attention to detail and highly organized work habits. Ability to analyze and evaluate program effectiveness and resource utilization.
Ability to speak before public groups.
License/Certification: Valid driver’s license
Other Requirements: None
Trainee Option: Candidates with an equivalent combination of 6+ years of relevant education and experience after completion of high school, with the required credits of graduate-level study in library science, may be considered and hired in ‘trainee status’ for this position.
DISCLAIMERS:
The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.
When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.
For further information please contact: Ms. Melinda Atwood, Deputy State Librarian, melinda.s.atwood@dncr.nh.gov
Closing Date for admissions: 4/20/2026
URL (Link) to online job description/application):
https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/employment.aspx
*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:
HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:
The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.
See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx
Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay
Other Benefits:
*Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
*Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
*State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
*Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
*$50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
*Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)
Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:
https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx
Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx
HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:
The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.
See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx
Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay
Other Benefits:
*Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
*Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
*State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
*Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
*$50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
*Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)
Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:
https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx
Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx
EOE
TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964
