Librarian, Somerville Public Library, Somerville, MA

Posted June 15, 2016

DUTIES:

Reports to the Head of the Reference Department. Works directly with the public. Assists patrons in using library resources of all kinds. Explains the use of reference resources to help patrons to locate information and materials. Aids in the selection of resources for the reference and general collections.

Works on indexing files, readers’ lists, displays, interlibrary loans, patron requests, grants. Performs public service tasks in other Departments as assigned, including Circulation. Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• MLS from an ALA Accredited Library School and two year of professional experience in Reference work.
• Ability to deal with the public effectively and pleasantly.
• Experience with Automated Library Systems and Internet preferable.

Salary: $45,796.92 per year; paid weekly at $880.71; plus benefits.
Hours: 35 Hours per week including one night per week and one Saturday every 3 – 4 weeks.

Send resume along with a cover letter by Thursday, July 14, 2016, to:

City Hall Personnel Office
93 Highland Avenue
Somerville MA 02143

Fax: 617-666- 4426
TTY: 1-866- 808-4851

Email: [email protected]

City of Somerville residents are especially encouraged to apply.