Job Description
The Springfield (MA) City Library seeks applications to work at our forward-looking, award-winning public library. We are recruiting talented, driven, community-engaged candidates for a part-time Reference Librarian. Please apply by Thursday, August 8, 2021, 11:59 pm Eastern.
The Reference Librarian position is based at our East Forest Park Branch Library and has the following responsibilities: Responsible for providing reference and resource information and material and programs to the general public for the City of Springfield's Library Department. Responsible for assisting patrons to find and use library materials and technology; reader's advisory; and creating and delivering programs for people of all ages, but with an emphasis on teens. Work is performed in accordance with accepted practices and procedures in the field of library sciences related to reference and resource material with considerable latitude for the exercise of independent professional judgment under the general direction of the Branch Manager or Supervisor who reviews work through observation, reports, and conferences
We seek candidates who can embrace the attitude that "It's All Yours, Just Ask," and who see the library as a place to help strengthen our city through strong connections and constructive dialogue. We are here to help community members find what they need, no matter who they are, where they come from, or what they're looking for, because the Springfield City Library is their place of connection to information and knowledge, culture, and community.
Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree with completion of an American Library Association accredited Master of Library Science preferred; current enrollees in an MLS-granting program may be considered as well.
Further job details and job application are available on the City of Springfield's website. The annual salary is $24,935 for 18.5 hours a week. The closing date for this position is Thursday, August 5, 2021, at 11:59 pm Eastern. Be sure to upload a compelling cover letter when you apply. Inquiries via LinkedIn are welcome, but all applications must be submitted through the City's website.
Additional Info & Requirements
See more information about working for Springfield (MA) City Library here. Review our mission and strategic priorities. Come help us achieve this vision!
Please upload a cover letter to help us get to know you.
The Community
Our City's population numbers 155,000. Our library system has nine locations: a downtown Central Library, and eight neighborhood branches. Take a virtual tour here! Residency within the City of Springfield, MA, within a year of the date of hire is required. Here are a few ways you can learn more about living and working in Springfield: Get to Know Springfield Pynchon Plaza, with a peak at a new mural 2021 Fresh Paint Springfield 2021 Springfield's New Wave 2019Fresh Paint Mural Festival 2019 The Right Combination Or stop in for the 2021 Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival!
HR Info
Jean Canosa Albano
Assistant Director for Public Services
jcanosa@springfieldlibrary.org