Young Adult Services & Reference, Human Resources Department, Littleton, MA

Posted November 17, 2021

Description:

The Town of Littleton is looking for a responsible librarian for selecting, inventory, weeding, and
collection development of all print and non-print resources within the Young Adult
collection. Participates in the maintenance of the adult print and non-print resources. Plans and
delivers Young Adult programming and community outreach. Maintains library presence on
social media sites for Young Adults. Provides first-line information and assistance to patron
research using library collections, databases, and Internet and community resources. Functions as
daily, evening, and weekend building supervisor having first response responsibility for the staff,
facility, and public. Performs all other related work as required.

Functions include but are not limited to directly overseeing all aspects of Young Adult Services
and supervising all work occurring within the Young Adult division. They will offer some
reference services and may plan some adult programming.

Manages the judicious expenditure of the Young Adult materials budget by selecting, developing,
and assessing the print and non-print Young Adult Collection.

Recommended Minimum Qualifications:

A Masters Degree in Library Science from an accredited school, as well as three to five years of
experience in public library service. Experience with reference services. Proficient in using
Microsoft Office or similar software; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and
experience.

This is a Grade 9 benefit-eligible position for 30 hours per week, a non-exempt position
classified under the Town’s Classification and Compensation Plan Anticipated hiring range: is
$45,429.66 to $47,731.68 annually (full salary range to $56,704.86). Team member benefits include county pension, Blue Cross health insurance, dental, life insurance, and short and long-term disability. Mandatory Saturday work hours are expected.

How to Apply:

Email cover letter, resume, and employment application materials to: [email protected] or send to Michelle Vibert, Town of Littleton, and 37 Shattuck Street, Littleton, MA 01460. All applicants are required to complete the employment application form found on the Town’s website at https://www.littletonma.org/human-resources/pages/employment opportunities. Application materials are accepted on a rolling basis.