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Reference Librarian, Needham Free Public Library, Needham, MA

Job Description

The Town of Needham is seeking an enthusiastic individual to fill the part-time position of Reference Librarian at the Needham Free Public Library.

Position: Part-time
Hours: 7 to 14 hours a week
Hourly Salary: $32.60 per hour (Schedule C)

Work Schedule

Tuesdays 1-9
Saturdays and Sundays on a rotation (1 in 4 weeks)

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Advise and assist individuals in selecting, locating, and utilizing resource materials.
  • Assist the Reference Supervisor in coordinating and implementing activities to ensure effective and efficient research and readers’ advisory service.
  • Answer inquiries regarding library procedures, functions, upcoming events, and services.
  • Assume responsibility for the reference area in the absence of full-time reference librarians
  • Provide the patrons of the Needham Free Public Library with accurate and reliable information about a wide range of topics with consideration to the Library’s overall goals of equity and inclusion.
  • Curate our print and digital reference resources to meet the interests of the community and are informed and aware of current events and trends.
  • Assist users with technology, help maintain the adult and teen library collection and staff busy service desks.

Requirements

To be considered for this position applicants must have at least:

  • Master’s Degree in Library Science.
  • One year of professional experience. (May consider MLS candidates.)
  • Ability to troubleshoot the reference computers, public computers and printers.

To Apply

Please submit your cover letter and resume through this link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/needhamma/jobs/3935125/reference-librarian-reference-department?page=2&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs