Staff Librarian – Young Adult Librarian, Levi Heywood Memorial Library, Gardner, MA

Posted July 28, 2025

Job Description

We’re looking for an organized, friendly, engaging, and public-service-oriented person to fill the position of Young Adult librarian. This is a new position at the Levi Heywood Memorial Library. We have been expanding our library programming and outreach in recent years in order to comply with our 5 year strategic plan, and are excited to be expanding our services to teens.

Responsible for the daily operation of the Young Adult department.
Coordinates all Young Adult programming within the Library and with outside agencies.
Develops and maintains the Young Adult collections of books, periodicals, and audio-visual materials.
Writes grant applications.
Provides reference and reader advisory services.
Handles Young Adult publicity and community outreach.
Coordinates with other departments on multi-generational programming, and serves as back-up staff for other departments throughout the library.
May supervise volunteers, including teen volunteers, and paraprofessional staff.

Qualifications:

MLS preferred
Bachelor’s degree required.
Three years of library experience.
Experience planning library programs and working with older children in groups.
Considerable knowledge of library resources and of age-appropriate literature.
Familiarity with Evergreen software desired.

Salary: $24.25 per hour. This is a part-time 18 hour/week position that requires evenings and Saturdays. Hours may be varied during school breaks.

How to Apply:

If you are interested and qualified, please submit a letter of interest and resume to Amanda Morse, Human Resources Director, City of Gardner, 95 Pleasant Street, Rm. 226, Gardner, MA 01440 or via email to [email protected]. The City of Gardner is an AA/EEO employer and seeks diversity in its workforce.