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Multiple Positions, Springfield City Library, Springfield, MA

Posted April 22, 2019

The Springfield (MA) City Library seeks applications to work at our forward-looking, award-winning public library. We are recruiting candidates for Reference Librarian, Digital Services Librarian, and Branch Library Manager. Get excited about the possibilities of living and working in the city of Springfield by watching this video, then apply for the position that best suits you.

 

We seek candidates who can embrace the attitude that “It’s All Yours, Just Ask,” and who see the library as a place to help strengthen our city through strong connections and constructive dialogue. We are here to help community members find what they need, no matter who they are, where they come from, or what they’re looking for, because the Springfield City Library is their place of connection to information and knowledge, culture, and community. More developments in Springfield can be viewed here and read about here.

Excellent customer service orientation is needed for all jobs, and a “turned outward” approach to community engagement is ideal. Bilingual abilities desirable (English and Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese or other community language).

 

Reference Librarian–two positions

The two Reference Librarian positions are based at our Brightwood Branch and Forest Park Branch libraries. Each position may work with adults, children, and teens. The person selected for this position will have the following duties:

  • Responsible for providing reference and resource information and material and programs to the general public for the City of Springfield’s Library Department. 
  • Responsible for assisting patrons to find and use library materials or provide referral to other sources and other similar duties pertaining to the Information Services department. 

Work is performed in accordance with accepted practices and procedures in the field of library sciences related to reference and resource material with considerable latitude for the exercise of independent professional judgment under the general direction of the Branch Manager who reviews work through observation, reports and conferences. 

 

Further job details and job applications are available on the City of Springfield’s website. The annual salary for a Reference Librarian is $47,619. MLS from an ALA-accredited library school is required, although candidates currently enrolled in library school may be considered at a pay differential with immediate upgrade to full salary upon proof of degree completion. The closing date for these positions is Wednesday, May 1, 2019, at 11:59 pm ET. Be sure to upload a compelling cover letter when you apply.

 

Digital Services Librarian

This position is based at our busy Central Library and is responsible for providing reference and information services to the public, offering programs, assisting with collection maintenance, updating and managing the library website, and supervising the library’s participation in the Funding Information Network. The Digital Services Librarian is also responsible for digital collections and services and training in their use. Candidates should have an ALA-accredited MLS and 2 years of experience in a public library setting.

 

Further job details and job applications are available on the City of Springfield’s website. The annual salary for the Digital Services Librarian is $52,533. MLS from an ALA-accredited library school is required. The closing date for this position is Wednesday, May 1, 2019, at 11:59 pm ET. Be sure to upload a compelling cover letter when you apply.

 

Branch Manager–two positions

Two Branch Manager positions are available. One manages our Forest Park and East Forest Park branches, and the other manages the Indian Orchard and Brightwood branches, with responsibility for all branch functions. The person selected for this position will have the following duties:

 

  • Management of personnel, services and operations of assigned branches. 
  • Development and maintenance of collections; development of programs and services; planning of branch goals and objectives; and other similar duties. 
  • Work is performed with professional independent administrative judgment and decision in accordance with the policies and objectives of the Library Department, with review by the Library Director through reports and conferences. 

Supervision is exercised over other employees including supervisors, clerks, librarians, and pages.

 

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree and completion of an American Library Association accredited Master of Library Science. The preferred candidate will have five years of progressive professional library experience including some experience in library administration.

 

Further job details and job application are available on the City of Springfield’s website. The annual salary is $62,233.20. The closing date for these positions is Wednesday, May 1, 2019, at 11:59 pm ET. Be sure to upload a compelling cover letter when you apply.

 

 

Further details and job applications for all positions are available on the City of Springfield’s website. The City requires residency within one year of date of hire. Inquiries via email or  LinkedIn about these positions are welcome, but all applications must be filed on the City’s website.  Branch photos and descriptions are available in this LinkedIn article

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