Reference Librarian, Wellesley Free Library, Wellesley, MA

Posted February 25, 2015

The Wellesley Free Library seeks an enthusiastic team player for a part-time (16 hours/week) professional Reference Librarian position.  Reporting to the Reference Services Supervisor, the primary responsibility is to assist the public in making maximum use of library resources.  This position requires excellent customer service skills, outreach and technology instruction experience, expert searching skills, and familiarity with collection and reference tools.  The Reference Librarian responds to requests for specific information; shows patrons how to search for and locate information; provides technology instruction, Reader Advisory service and selects materials for the collection.  Incumbents in the Reference Department provide support and instruction to patrons in and outside of the Library on a wide range of computer applications, library services and electronic resources.

Minimum requirements: MLS; one to three years of reference experience; excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills; in-depth knowledge of collection development; excellent computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, e-mail, Internet searches and software specific to libraries; and basic ability to troubleshoot computer hardware and software.  The hourly rate of pay is $24.55. This position is not benefits eligible. To apply, send resume and cover letter to the Human Resources Dept., Town Hall, 525 Washington St., Wellesley, MA 02482 or e-mail as a Word document to [email protected] by March 9, 2015. AA/EOE