Children's Reference Librarian

The Town of Needham is seeking an enthusiastic individual to fill the part-time position of Children’s Reference Librarian at the Needham Free Public Library.

It is an exciting time to join the Needham Free Public Library team! Our new Strategic Plan for FY2023-2027 positions the library to continue to meet the community’s needs for years to come. In addition, our recent Library Space Utilization Study reimagines the library’s interior space in four phases to enhance the work we do for our patrons and the community. Along with diverse collections, plentiful programming, and great services, the Needham Free Public Library is on track to be the go-to place for new and current library workers.

Schedule Mondays and Wednesdays: 2:30 pm – 5:30 pm Saturdays: Either 9:00 am –  1:00 pm or 1:00 pm –  5:00 pm One in every four (4) Saturdays: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Sundays: 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm (1:00 pm – 5:00 pm during the Summer)CON # 25013

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide support at the Children’s Reference Desk, supplying patrons of the Needham Free Public Library with accurate and reliable information about a wide range of topics with consideration to the Library’s overall goals of equity and inclusion.
• Advise and assist individuals in selecting, locating, and utilizing library materials, answering reference questions and providing reader’s advisory.
• Assist patrons with using library catalog, computers, Chromebooks, STEM materials and other technology.
• Create booklists and book displays.
• Support in book processing.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Library Science (MLS), or currently enrolled in an MLS program with a concentration in Children’s Services
• Familiarity with automated library systems
• Ability to perform detailed work accurately and efficiently.
• Capability to adapt to new technologies as required
• Ability to interact effectively and tactfully with the general public, especially children and their caretakers
• Experience working with children and/or public library experience a plus

Full/Part Time

Part Time

Education

MLS/Masters

Salary Range$35.32 - $37.47  / hour

Closing Date

11:59 p.m. on December 1, 2024

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and application via our applicant portal.

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on December 1, 2024.

The Town of Needham is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and encouraging workplace. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of race, age, gender, national origin, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, veteran status, or any other protected class. We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.

_The Town of Needham will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodation to a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact us at [email protected]. _