
This position is a supervisory, professional position under the general direction of the Deputy Director for Adult Services. The Manager of Adult Services will help lead a team of dedicated reference librarians to create and deliver a wide range of responsive and innovative services and resources to meet the ever-changing needs of patrons in a diverse, urban community in the metropolitan Worcester area. The ideal person in this position will possess comprehensive knowledge of both traditional and emerging reference services and practices, from readers’ advisory, research, collection development, digital literacy, programming, lifelong learning, virtual reference, grants, community outreach, reference, maker spaces, and emerging technologies. The individual will be responsible for oversight of specific service areas and initiatives as assigned based on the needs of the Library.
Schedule will include evening and weekend assignments, including every other Saturday, and working at other locations.
Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
This position will have a full benefits package with the City of Worcester.
To apply, please visit: www.worcesterma.gov/employment or send resume and cover letter on or before OPEN UNTIL FILLED, applications received prior to or on January 31, 2025 will receive preference, to: City of Worcester, 455 Main Street, Room 109, Worcester, MA 01608. Preference given to Worcester Residents. The City of Worcester is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Direct inquiries to: City Hall Human Resources, 508-799-1030, Hiring@Worcesterma.gov.
The the Worcester Public Library is an urban setting with a wonderfully diverse community.
For a full job description please visit: www.mywpl.org/jobs-wpl