Substitute Children’s, Teen, and Adult Reference Librarians, Watertown Free Public Library, Watertown, MA
Posted October 25, 2016
The Watertown Free Public Library is seeking substitute Children’s, Teen and Adult Reference librarians.
Duties include providing reader’s advisory and reference services, troubleshooting technology problems, library projects as directed by supervisor, and understanding and enforcing library policies.
This is a temporary on call position. Substitute Librarians are called to work shifts as needed to cover sick leave, vacations, maternity leave, and weekend shifts. The most frequently needed shifts are on weekends. In most cases notice is provided well in advance. Occasionally we will ask for help on special projects.
The ideal candidate is halfway through the MLS program and has taken a reference course. If interested in the Children’s or Teen positions you should have experience working with young populations and be familiar with Children’s and Teen literature.
This is a great opportunity for students who can’t commit to a full time job but want to get experience in a public library.
Salary: $21.72/hour
Please send cover letter and resume to:
Caitlin Browne, Assistant Director at [email protected]
Caitlin Browne, Assistant Director
Watertown Free Public Library
123 Main St. Watertown, MA 02472
617-972-6438