Substitute Reference Librarian, Hopkinton Public Library, Hopkinton, MA

Posted May 31, 2016

Town of Hopkinton seeks a Substitute Reference Librarian:

This is a great opportunity for an energetic, enthusiastic individual with a flexible schedule to provide public library reference service on an on-call or as-needed basis.  This individual will also be added to our regular Saturday rotation for staffing the circulation desk (7 hours every 4-6 weeks). Under the direction of the Adult Services Librarian, the person in this position will provide reference coverage in the evening and be a substitute librarian to cover the reference desk at other times as needed.

Qualifications:

• Masters in Library and Information Science (MLS) from an ALA accredited program or students close to completion of MLS.   
• One or more years of professional experience in a public library or internship position.
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to communicate and work effectively with other staff and library patrons of all ages.
• Comfortable helping library users with the Internet, electronic library resources, computers and other technology.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Experience in using an automated library system is preferred.

Pay Rate: $21.81 hourly

Applicants:

To be considered for this vacancy, applicants must submit an application, attached, with a resume and cover letter to the Human Resources Department no later than June 10, 2016.  While the preferred method of application is via e-mail at [email protected] or through our website at www.hopkintonma.gov, applications will also be accepted via walk-in or mail at:  Town Hall, Human Resources Department, 18 Main St., Hopkinton, MA  01748.  The Town of Hopkinton is an equal opportunity employer.