Part-time Professional Librarian – Youth Services, Wayland Free Public Library, (Wayland, MA)

Posted August 15, 2024

Hours: up to 15-19 hours / week (some evenings and 1-2 Saturdays/Sundays per month)
Department: Library
Union/Grade: Non-Union
Salary Range: $29.55 to $34.69 per hour, no benefits

Description of position:
The Wayland Free Public Library is seeking qualified candidates for a part-time Professional Librarian position in our busy Youth Services department. We are a very family-oriented Library that places a high value on providing personalized service with an emphasis on being warm, welcoming and inclusive. The part-time Professional Librarian assists children, parents and caregivers in locating and requesting age-appropriate materials and information using Sierra and Aspen Discovery. Performs tasks relating to circulation services, responding to patron queries, providing new library cards and related duties. Works closely with the Youth Services Librarian and the Youth Services team in providing programs geared towards pre-school and elementary school-aged children, as well as tweens and teens, during the school year, in addition to our Summer Reading program offerings.

The schedule includes at least one weekend shift per month, with additional shifts possible, including some evenings. Must be flexible and able to cover shifts on an as-needed basis. May be responsible for opening and closing the Children’s Room on occasion.  

Recommended Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Master of Library Science (MLS), or currently enrolled and making progress towards an MLS.
Experience: Demonstrated experience working with children and/or tweens and teens preferred.

Date posted:               August 15, 2024
Closing Date:             Open until filled

Apply to:

Please submit a resume and cover letter to the Human Resources Manager, Town of Wayland, 41 Cochituate Road, Wayland, MA 01778 or [email protected]. The Town of Wayland is an Equal Opportunity Employer.