Children’s Librarian/Branch Librarian, Robbins Library/Fox Branch Library, Arlington, MA

Posted November 17, 2014

To apply:  Please email resume and cover letter to [email protected], or mail it to Human Resources, Town of Arlington, 730 Massachusetts Avenue, Arlington, MA 02476.  Application deadline is Monday, December 8, 2014.

General Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:

This position is based at the Fox Branch Library three days per week and the Robbins Library two days per week. Perform a wide variety of professional librarian work involved in the direction, operation and supervision of the branch library three days each week; in planning and scheduling of branch library activities and programs; in assisting in the development and implementation of branch library policies and procedures. See that required services to the general public are maintained in accordance with budgetary constraints and overall library objectives and policies. Perform professional library work involving responsibility for the development and execution of library programs, book selection and services for children.  Assist the Department head with all children’s services at the Robbins Library.

Qualifications:

MLS degree from an ALA accredited and recognized school with specific course work or concentration in children’s programming and literature; plus two or more years of directly related experience working with children OR any equivalent  combination of education and experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of this position.

Required to work some evenings and on average one Saturday per month.

Salary – Full Time  $51,323 – 62,755