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Young Adult Librarian, Part-time, M G Parker Library, Dracut (Posted 7-3-08)
Duties/Description: The M G Parker Library in Dracut, Massachusetts is currently seeking a part-time professional young adult librarian needed with a solid background in young adult services, knowledge of print and non-print materials pertinent to this age group and the ability to interact with students seventh grade and up.
Schedule: This part-time position will be for an average of 19 hours a week with no benefits and will include hours compatible with student hours, late afternoons, evenings, and Saturdays. (Library is closed on Saturdays during the summer.)
Please send resume to:
William M. Zounes
Human Resources/Town of Dracut
62 Arlington Street
Dracut, MA 01826
Email: humanresources@dracut-ma.us

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Assistant Director, Langley Adams Library, Groveland (Posted 6-26-08)
Duties/Description: Innovative, energetic and professional team player needed to plan, develop, promote and provide library services for the community. Responsible for collection development and maintenance of adult materials. Shares adult programming, and library publicity and promotional duties with the Director through print and library website. Participates in the day to day policies and procedures of the library and will be an active participant in the long range planning of library services.
Schedule: This is a permanent part-time position (32 hours/week) including some evening and weekend hours.
Qualifications: Bachelor degree and at least 3 years of public library experience required. Must have knowledge of professional library methods, including a strong background in reference resources and practices; must be highly self-motivated, creative and flexible with the ability to prioritize tasks and work independently; must have the ability to work with the public in a professional and positive manner; must be proficient in the use of computers, especially with regards to web and bibliographic resources; and must have a commitment to provide excellent library and customer service to the community.
Salary: Hourly wage, plus full benefits including vacation, sick and personal days
Closing Date: July 25, 2008
Send: Please send letter of application and resume to:
Deb Hoadley, Library Director, Langley Adams Library, 185 Main Street, Groveland MA 01834
Or, E-mail letter and resume to: dhoadley@mvlc.org

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Assistant to the Children's Librarian, Burlington Public Library (Posted 6-17-08)
Duties/Description: The Burlington Public Library is seeking a part- time (20 hrs/week) Assistant to the Children's Librarian. The duties of this position are to provide reference and reader advisory to children, teens, parents and teachers; to plan and implement programs for teens; to assist the Children's Librarian with the delivery of youth services. Some night and weekend hours included.
Qualifications: Library experience preferred. A college degree, experience working with children and teens, familiarity with an automated library network, pc and web experience is desirable. Moderate physical effort required in performing duties under typical library conditions.
Salary: $18.48 to 24.38 per hour in 8 steps. Union position includes benefits.
Closing Date: Open until filled.
Send: Apply with resume and letter of application to:
Lori Hodgson, Library Director
Burlington Public Library
22 Sears St.
Burlington, MA 01803
AA/EOE

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Public Library Director, Winthrop Public Library & Museum (Posted 6-10-08)
Duties/Description: The Board of the Trustees of the Winthrop Public Library and Museum is seeking a proven leader with a strong public service commitment to administer and manage the functions, activities and operations of the Library. This position requires a resourceful, energetic and diplomatic individual to work collaboratively with an experienced library staff, Town administrators and the Board of Trustees.
The successful candidate will be a leader who possesses broad experience in managing traditional and emerging library services, with a firm grasp of current and future trends in using new technologies; proven administrative, financial management and municipal budget skills; strong interpersonal skills and an understanding of town politics.
The Town of Winthrop is immediately north of Boston and has approximately 17,000 residents The Library is a member of N.O.B.L.E, The North Of Boston Library Exchange, a cooperative effort of 28 area libraries founded to improve library service through automation. Seventeen public libraries, ten academic libraries and one special library are members of NOBLE.
The library has a collection of (86159) volumes and an annual circulation of 75,420 (FY07). There are 8.7 full-time equivalent employees, including the Director. The Library's annual budget for the fiscal year 2008 is $496,939.
Qualifications: MLS (from an ALA-accredited School) and MBLC certified with a minimum of three to five years managerial experience (public library preferred); excellent oral and written communication skills and strong personnel management skills. (Successful applicant) must have the vision and leadership skills to build the library's public value.
Salary: $60,000 starting salary
Closing Date: Applicant review will be conducted in order of receipt until the position is filled. Prefer to fill the position by the end of July 2008.
Send: Qualified candidates should send a cover letter and resume to:
Ms. Betty Peabody, Chair, Library Director Search Committee, Winthrop Public Library & Museum, 2 Metcalf Square, Winthrop, MA, 02152.

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Reference Librarian/Literacy Coordinator, Nevins Memorial Library, Methuen (Posted 5-16-08)
Duties/Description: The Nevins Library is seeking a full time Reference Librarian/Literacy Coordinator. The ideal candidate for this position will have a positive customer-service attitude, work well under pressure and be able to multi- task.
Reference duties include answering reference questions, providing moderate technical assistance to computer users, Inter Library Loan processing as well as some collection development and programming. Literacy Coordinator duties include program administration, grant writing as well as tutor training, publicity, and student testing/evaluation.
The Literacy Coordinator will represent the library on statewide and local committees.
Schedule: This is a 35 hour work week with 20 hours spent in Reference and 15 in Literacy.
Qualifications: MLS is preferred but extensive library experience will be considered. Familiarity with reference databases, Microsoft office and Horizon Circulation module is highly desirable. Ability to troubleshoot computers is a plus. Some statewide travel is expected.
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Closing Date: June 10, 2008
Send: Please send cover letter, resume and three letters of recommendation to:
Kirsten Underwood, Head of Reference, Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway Methuen, MA 01844.

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Library Director, Haverhill Public Library (Posted 5-5-08)
Duties/Description: Supervises Department Heads, Division Heads and Office staff; oversees approximately 25 FTE and 30 volunteers. Plans, organizes, directs and evaluates all aspects of municipal library services in conformity with the policies established by the Library Board of Trustees, the City Charter and bylaws, the regulations of the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners and the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Supervises directly or through delegation, library services, operation, and activities, including but not limited to: overall collection development, materials selection and weeding; cataloging and other technical service operations; staff development; reference, children's, adult and young adult services, the volunteer program, library building and grounds as well as other services provided to the general public and special user groups. Works to preserve and enhance the historical and cultural heritage of Haverhill as reflected in the Library's Special Collections.
Works with the Board of Trustees in a formal planning process to develop and execute the Library's Long Range Plan to be reviewed annually, which identifies and addresses community and library needs, provides direction for library development and serves as a base for evaluation of library effectiveness in relation to changing community needs. Makes policy recommendations to the Board of Trustees in accordance with intellectual freedom standards adopted by the American Library Association. Implements and interprets those policies to the staff and public. Attends all Board meetings and advises the Board in library matters, keeping it informed of relevant issues and developments at the local, regional, state, and national levels.
Responsible for budget management. Prepares and submits to the Board for their approval the two annual operating budgets, a Trustees budget that supports the collection and programs and a Municipal budget that supports the staff and building. Oversees the distribution and expenditure of annual Massachusetts State Aid to Public Libraries. Participates in presentation of Municipal budget to City officials. Oversees other opportunities for financial improvement, such as fund raising and grant writing. Develops and implements a plan to enhance the endowment, which is the library's primary source for the purchase of books and other materials as decreed by the Library Trust as established by the Will of E.J.M. Hale. Directly or through delegation selects, trains, supervises, and evaluates library personnel, encouraging staff development and professional growth.
Participates in the management of the library's automated network and in regional and statewide library services. Maintains administrative and operating records; prepares necessary local, State and Federal reports. Closely monitors local, State and Federal laws and regulations applicable to Library operations and takes action to ensure compliance as appropriate.
Exercises cultural leadership in the community and serves as the library's liaison and advocate with municipal government, schools and the community in general. Develops public awareness of library programs and resources available to the public and leads other community outreach programs. Speaks before groups and boards as required. Actively participates with the Friends of the Haverhill Public Library at the Board level and reports to them monthly. Keeps abreast of new developments in the field of library science; takes active part in professional conferences and meetings and workshops, reporting to Trustees and fellow staff members. Reads professional literature; plans cooperative efforts with area libraries.
Performs related tasks as required. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
Reports to: Self-perpetuating seven-member Board of Trustees for policy issues and to the Mayor of the City of Haverhill for personnel and building maintenance issues.
Qualifications: ALA accredited Masters Degree in Library Science with at least five years experience including three in a managerial or supervisory position. Comprehensive knowledge of the principles of library science and computerized information services. Excellent skills in supervision and interpersonal relations, written and oral communication and public relations. Strong managerial, organizational and planning skills. Ability to lead and develop professional staff. Experience and knowledge of automated library systems and fiscal management. Creativity, flexibility, and proven ability to handle many tasks at once.
Salary: $66,727.00-$77,877.00 per annum (includes City Benefits)
Closing Date: Open until position is filled.
For an application, please send cover letter and/or resume to: Mary Carrington, HR Director, City of Haverhill, 4 Summer Street, Room 306, Haverhill, MA 01830.
Fax: 978-374-2343

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Schools
Evening Reference Librarian (part-time), The Governor's Academy, Byfield (Posted 6-25-08)
Duties/Description: The Reference Librarian supervises the facility during the evening hours. The role is primarily to provide reference, bibliographic instruction and circulation coverage. Responsibilities include:
-Provide Circulation and Reference service, bibliographic instruction and reading guidance to all users of the library
- Participate in one on one bibliographic instruction with the American History paper
- Assist students with Inter-Library Loan services and acquiring materials from outside sources
- Collaborate in the ongoing development of the library's 2.0 initiatives
- Assist in the collection development process
- Oversee and assist in the training of evening library staff
- Oversee the implementation of all policies and procedures
- Assist in processing of all library materials
- Assist with the upkeep of the collection by weeding, repairing and replacing materials
- Manage the annual inventory during the evening hours
- Troubleshoot technical problems as needed in the evening
- Assist in maintaining the library as a comfortable place for serious work
- Provide positive interaction and service to students, faculty, staff and families who use the library
- Perform related tasks as necessary
Job Environment: Work is performed indoors, under some stress. May require moderate/heavy lifting and stretching. Circulation or reference desk coverage may require standing for extended periods of time. Must be physically and mentally capable of performing multiple tasks at the same time. Must be able to climb stairs. Ability to push carts as needed.
Reports to: Susan Chase, Director of Library Service and Archives
Hours: 20 hours a week following the school calendar. Hours are Sunday through Thursday, 6-10 pm. Some holiday evenings included.
Qualifications: Educational/Experience/Responsibilities Requirements: MLS or equivalent. Some relevant teaching experience; experience in an automated library environment; proficiency with online databases and other digital resources. Proven ability to work with adults and teenagers, both in one on one situation and in groups.
Send: Please send your resume to Susan Chase
schase@govsacademy.org
By July 4, 2008
TGA is a non-smoking campus. EOE.

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Librarian/Teacher, Locke Middle School, Billerica (Posted 5-14-08)
Duties/Description: Full time school year position, September 2008, busy middle school of 700+ students. Librarian works closely with classroom teachers integrating information literacy skills into the curriculum. Automated collection.
Qualifications: Full time librarian with an MLS degree or MA School Library Certification, and background in children's and young adult literature, experience working with elementary and middle school aged children, 21st Century technology skills, good communication skills and an ability to collaborate with faculty in integrating library and subject content into the curriculum. Ideal candidate will have some experience as a classroom teacher.
Salary: as per teacher's contract
Closing Date: when filled
Send: Please submit resume, cover letter, 3 letters of recommendation, teacher certification and transcript to:
Marianne Haggerty, Director of Library Information Technology Services, Billerica Public Schools, 35 River Street, Billerica, MA 01821.

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