Reference Librarian, Children’s Department, Wellesley Free Library, Wellesley, MA

Posted May 4, 2016

The Wellesley Free Library is seeking a tech-savvy and welcoming full-time (35 hours/week) Reference Librarian to join our Children’s Department team in providing the highest level of quality library service to children, young teens, parents, teachers and caregivers.

Under the supervision of the Children’s Services Supervisor, duties will include search instruction to library customers; providing reader advisory services; updating social media sites; helping maintain the Children’s materials collection; and developing/implementing STEAM, early literacy and enrichment programs for children from birth through grade 8.

The pay range is $25.67 – $32.48 with an excellent benefit package.

Requires: MLS; one to three years of reference experience; in-depth knowledge of collection development; demonstrated knowledge of effective children’s services techniques; excellent oral and written communication skills; strong customer service skills; excellent computer skills, including familiarity with computer coding/programming concepts, database searching and software specific to libraries. 

To apply, submit a resume and cover letter to the Human Resources Department, Town Hall, 525 Washington St., Wellesley, MA 02482 or e-mail as a Word document or PDF to [email protected] by May 23, 2016.  AA/EOE