Librarian II- Youth and Community Services, Keene Public Library, Keene, NH

Posted December 11, 2023

Position Summary
The Librarian II provides program and library services to visitors of all ages and provides
administrative support to the Head of Youth and Community Services. Specific responsibilities
include scheduling Youth, Teen, and Makerspace service desks and ordering and organizing
youth materials as well as directly supervising volunteers, library pages, interns, and program
leaders in the Youth, Teen, and Makerspace sections. This position also assists in identifying,
applying for, and implementing and reporting for grants as well as planning and implementing
programs, events, and community outreach for all ages, both onsite and offsite. The Librarian II
will also order and maintain youth materials in all formats and provide training in the use of the
library, library catalog, reference materials, online resources, computers, AV equipment, and
Makerspace equipment.
The ideal candidate will have strong communication and supervision skills and will be
passionate about the work they do and the community they work in.

About the City of Keene
A friendly and vibrant college town with over 23,000 residents, Keene is a vital part of this
southern New Hampshire area. As the hub of Cheshire County, the Keene community places a
high value on environmental sustainability, locally sourced food and products, and historic
preservation. You’ll find the best characteristics of small city living here, with a thriving
downtown area which offers shopping, restaurants, the arts, farmer’s markets, a growing food
co-op, festivals, events, and live theaters. If you prefer to stay busy with outdoor recreation
opportunities, there are many green areas, parks, ponds, and lakes in the area, as well as a vast
trail system for biking, hiking, snowshoeing, and snowmobiling. With convenient access to
Interstate 91, many popular ski areas are within proximity as well. Keene is a welcoming area
with something for everyone, including sports leagues for youth and adults (such as an adult
softball league, rugby, and ice hockey). We even have our very own collegiate baseball team,
the Keene Swamp Bats, which we welcome to the area every summer.
The City offers a variety of public and private education opportunities for students in
kindergarten – grade 12. We are also home to Keene State College, which is ranked by U.S
News and World Report as a top regional college, as well as River Valley Community College,
and a private graduate school, Antioch University of New England. Your healthcare needs will
be covered by Cheshire Medical Center, which is part of the Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health

system. Cheshire is the area’s largest health care provider and a leading employer, with
numerous satellite locations.
The City offers a diverse economy which includes a spectrum of everything from family-owned
companies to global industry leaders. It is a great place to live, learn, work, and play for
families and professionals.
Education and Experience (but are not limited to)

• A Master’s degree in Library Science, plus three years of library experience, experience
  working with children, classes in children’s literature or child development, and at least one
  year’s experience with collection and program development and employee supervision and
  coordination. Experience in assisting with large scale planning is preferred!
• Working knowledge of library software for cataloging, and circulation services including LC
  OCLC and MARC.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

Salary and Benefits include:

• This full-time position offers a salary range of $62,274- $77,604 annually.
  Are you used to spending a considerable amount of money on insurance? YOU WON’T HERE!
  The City of Keene offers low deductible/low-cost health insurance, low-cost dental insurance,
  and other benefits such as life, disability, defined benefit retirement, paid time off including
  vacation days, personal days, and sick days and more!
  Ready to apply?
  If you are excited about working with a dedicated team of employees in a library where the
  focus is on learning, creativity, collaboration, and community interaction, then apply today!
  Please upload your resume and cover letter before submitting your application. Confirmation
  that your application has been successfully submitted and received will be sent via email. This
  position will be open until filled and applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

To apply: https://KeeneNH.gov/jobs.
Job Description: Librarian II- Youth and Community Services

THE CITY OF KEENE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.