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City Librarian

New Haven Free Public Library

New Haven, CT

Growing Together – One City – One Future. The New Haven Free Public Library Board of Directors seeks an exceptional and dynamic leader to guide this 2019 National IMLS winner to further realize its Mission, Vision and Values and to build on its positive growth and that of the City. Recent visitors to the historic Ives Main Library are delighted by the transformation of an iconic main floor quadrant into a luminous, buzzing hub—Ives Squared—which opened last year as the welcoming front door for entrepreneurs, creatives, non-profit leaders, and community members. The successful candidate will lead the Library as it serves as a powerful catalyst for energizing neighborhoods through strong branch services for both children and adults, relationship-building with the City and many non-pr ...

Digital Services Librarian

Springfield City Library

Springfield, MA

Be a part of something amazing! Check out the latest media coverage of the new East Forest Park Branch, now under construction, and apply to join the staff or refer great candidates.The Springfield (MA) City Library seeks applications to work at our forward-looking, award-winning public library. We are recruiting candidates for a Digital Services Librarian to work at our new East Forest Park Branch Library, currently under construction and due to open this fall.Get excited about the possibilities of living and working in the city of Springfield by watching this video, then apply for this job. Appointment date will be in October 2019 with first review of applicants in August. We seek candidates who can embrace the attitude that "It's All Yours, Just Ask," and who see the library as a place ...

Senior Adult Services and Public Programming Librarian

Peabody Institute Library

Peabody, MA

Reports to Assistant Library Director and Library Director. Responsible for public services, reader’s services and public programming at a busy public library, including collection development, programming, marketing, and reader’s advisory; participates in the hiring of assigned personnel; oversees Creativity Lab makerspace and supervises programming librarian, plans, implements and oversees educational, cultural and technology programming; performs and delegates collection development responsibilities under the direction of the Director or Assistant Director. Represents the library through community outreach and in professional organizations such as NOBLE; must maintain and develop professional skills.In the absence of the Director or Assistant Director, the Senior Adult Services and ...

Branch Library Manager

Springfield (MA) City Library

Springfield

SEARCH REOPENED with NEW SALARY: Are you our next Library Branch Manager?TheSpringfield (MA) City Library seeks applications to work at our forward-looking, award-winning public library. 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. Excellent customer service orientation is needed for all jobs, and a "turned outward" approach to community engagement is ideal.Two Branch Manager positions are ...

Branch Library Manager

Springfield (MA) City Library

Springfield

Are you our next Library Branch Manager?TheSpringfield (MA) City Library seeks applications to work at our forward-looking, award-winning public library. 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. Excellent customer service orientation is needed for all jobs, and a "turned outward" approach to community engagement is ideal. Two Branch Manager positions are available. One manages ourFores ...

Executive Director

Minuteman Library Network

GENERAL SUMMARY: Serves as Executive Director, providing overall leadership (technical, strategic, financial management, and programmatic) in accordance with Minuteman Library Network’s mission, policies, procedures and goals. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Establishes and sustains strong working relationships with the MLN Board of Directors and MLN members. Works with the Board of Directors to develop and implement policies, procedures and goals. Evaluates needs, develops strategic plans, and proposes services, activities, and changes in operation. Facilitates the work of the Board, the Membership Committee, and other groups, and provides direction and technical assistance. Develops the organization’s annual operating and capital budgets in collaboration with the Finance Committ ...

Branch Library Supervisor

Springfield City Library

public library system

TheBranch Supervisor position is based at our busyMason Square Branch Librarywith a focus on oversight of all branch activities and on adult services. The person selected for this position will have the following duties: Responsible for assisting the Branch Manager in the everyday functioning of the library. This includes personnel, public interaction, programming, facility management, and administrative duties. Work is performed with latitude in the exercise of independent initiative and judgment in accordance with accepted professional practices and within the policies and directives by the Branch Manager. Supervision is exercised, directly or through subordinates, over all Branch library employees. Will provide adult and other neighborhood-based programming. Requirements include a Bac ...

Executive Director

Nantucket Antheneum

Nantucket, MA

The Executive Director acts as the Chief Executive Officer of the Atheneum and ensures the mission of the Atheneum is realized (outstanding library services, public programming, and preservation of the history and uniqueness of the institution). The prestigious position reports to the Board of Trustees through the Chair. There are three broad areas of responsibility: Provide leadership through directing and coordinating day-to-day operational management of the Atheneum Provide intellectual leadership within the Atheneum (organization and Board) and in the Nantucket community Provide leadership in the external affairs of the Atheneum including fundraising, community relations, and outreach Education and Experience Master’s Degree in Library Science 5 years of experience ...
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  • Nantucket, MA

Youth Services Librarian, Barbour Library

Hartford Public Library

Hartford Connecticut

The Youth Services Librarian is responsible for providing a variety of library services for youth from birth through age 19. The Youth Services Librarian works closely with the Teen Services and YOUmedia Director, Youth and Family Services Manager and the Director of Central Services to plan and implement strategies for improving delivery of youth services throughout the library system; orders and promotes children's materials (print and media) for the library system; participates in delivery, promotion, and evaluation of youth programs; creates and conducts tours and bibliographic instruction for children and their caregivers and teachers through our Boundless partnership with Hartford City Schools; works with and provides outreach to youth-serving city agencies, schools, and organization ...

Executive Director

Minuteman Library Network

GENERAL SUMMARY: Serves as Executive Director, providing overall leadership (technical, strategic, financial management, and programmatic) in accordance with Minuteman Library Network’s mission, policies, procedures and goals. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Establishes and sustains strong working relationships with the MLN Board of Directors and MLN members. Works with the Board of Directors to develop and implement policies, procedures and goals. Evaluates needs, develops strategic plans, and proposes services, activities, and changes in operation. Facilitates the work of the Board, the Membership Committee, and other groups, and provides direction and technical assistance. Develops the organization’s annual operating and capital budgets in collaboration with the Finance Committ ...

Library Program Specialist (Digital Resources Coordinator)

Office of Library & Information Services

RI Department of Administration

The Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services is seeking a librarian to join our team as the Digital Resources Coordinator. Duties include performing complex responsibilities in the planning, development, and coordination of digital resources on a statewide basis; evaluating digital resources and their use through collaboration with libraries and consortia; planning and implementing training on digital resources and related technology topics; coordinating, developing and implementing social media and online content for the promotion of resources and agency services; and participating in the planning, development and implementation of a statewide digital library. Other duties include performing complex professional duties in the delivery of library, information and consultant ...

Library Program Specialist (State Data Coordinator)

Office of Library & Information Services

RI Department of Administration

The Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services, RI's state library agency, is seeking a librarian to join our team as the State Data Coordinator. Duties include collecting, verifying and analyzing data collected through the public library annual survey and other data collection instruments, submitting collected data to the federal government, creating, writing and publishing statistical reports and analyses in physical and digital format, and evaluating and implementing sophisticated data collection tools in an online environment.Other duties include performing complex professional duties in the delivery of library, information and consultant services on a statewide basis, especially in the area of public library construction and assisting in the planning and development of pr ...

Director of Libraries

Somerville Public Schools

Somerville, MA

Somerville is a city that upholds progressive principles for both employees and residents. The City of Somerville embraces and encourages an innovative, empowering, and collaborative workplace culture in a fast-paced, challenging environment. The City also offers a generous benefits package that embodies a strong work-life balance. Not only is Somerville a “Model City,” as termed by The Boston Globe, but it is also a model employer. Statement of Duties The Director of Libraries is responsible for the management, planning, direction, administration and evaluation of all library operations to effectively meet the growing diversity of cultural, recreational, informational, and educational library needs of the Somerville community. Essential Functions Develops and institu ...
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  • Somerville, MA

Director of Branch Services

Hartford Public Library

Hartford, CT

Change your Life. Change the World. Be a member of a team of transformational leaders at the Hartford Public Library (CT) as its next Director of Branch Services. The Director of Branch Services will create an innovative and collaborative team environment, mentor and coach branch managers, and partner with community organizations delivering a high level of service to a supportive and engaged community. The successful candidate will ensure that HPL is delivering exceptional customer experience through impactful programs and services as one of the country’s most innovative and diverse public libraries. This position will have the ability to blend leading-edge library services with the most successful retail and digital applications from a broad spectrum of sectors including education, ...

Assistant Library Director

Leominster Public Library

Leominster

The Leominster Public Library is re-opening the search for anAssistant Director. The job description has been changed slightly to reflect new goals and services. The position is a full-time (34hrs/week) position with vacation and benefits. The starting salary is non-negotiable at $63,991 annually. Typical hours are 8:30-4:30 M-F, with possible nights and weekends. Sample Responsibilities of this position include: Supervises the part-time Outreach Coordinator. Directly responsible for the training and evaluation of the Outreach Coordinator and oversees all aspects of outreach services; routinely monitors daily and regular work performance of all outreach services. Participates in and conducts outreach as needed. Develops and maintains attendance records and weekly schedules for librar ...

Collection Development Manager - CO, UT, NM, NE

GOBI Library Solutions from EBSCO

Could live in CO, UT, NM or NE

Collection Development Manager- Western U.S. – CO, UT, NM, and NE and other accounts as assigned.For more than 40 years, GOBI has been the global leader in meeting the collection development, acquisition and technical service needs of research and scholarly libraries and their consortia. Currently, we are looking for a dynamic, motivated individual to join our sales team on a full-time basis in the role of Collection Development Manager for the Western territory. GOBI was acquired by EBSCO Information Services in February 2015. The Collection Development Manager is responsible for maintaining relationships with current customers and potential customers by identifying and selling all academic products and services offered by the GOBI within their assigned territory. Through a consulta ...
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  • MLS Preferred
  • Contoocook, NH

Solutions Architect

Ex Libris, a ProQuest Company

Remote US or Ex Libris office (Boston/Chicago/Seattle)

What will I be doing?Being a Solutions Architect at Ex Librisis fun and rewarding. You will have the chance to architect and customize digital solutions for Academic Research Libraries across the country. Providing SME level support, you will demonstrate the benefits and capabilities of popular, market leading software solutions. The function of this position is all about finding the best way to help the client.If you love libraries and research and have a passion for helping these institutions be successful, keep reading!In this position, you will also…• Provide meetings with potential clients to determine functional and some technical and ensuring that all necessary information is collated prior to producing a solution.• Providing consultation to Account Managers and pro ...
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  • MLS Preferred
  • Newton, MA

Manager of Information Services

Hartford Public Library

Hartford

Manager of Information Services - Hartford Public Library seeks a person who is responsible for addressing system wide reference services to customers and instruct/assist the public in the use of a wide range of print and electronic resources. Responsible for identifying and interpreting user needs; providing reference, readers' advisory, computer, database and referral services to Library customers directly, and by telephone; and assisting customers in material selection. This includes assisting the Head Circulation/Access Services with making recommendations for purchases, shelf reading, weeding, organizing and maintaining displays. Requirements: Master's in Library Science or Master's in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited institution required. Ability to meet a flex ...
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  • MLS Required
  • Hartford, CT

Director of Branch Services

Hartford Public Library

Hartford

Director of Branch Services - Hartford Public Library seeks a person who is responsible for the Supervision of Branch Services staff and the general operations of HPL Branch locations. Coach, mentor, develop and manage staff to build and sustain a customer and service centered team while recognizing and leveraging the unique talent and skills of employees. Responsible for ensuring effective and efficient public service operations of the Branch libraries (i.e. circulation, reference, outreach, scheduling, technology services, outreach, meeting room use) for all areas of supervision and coordinate closely with Central Library Service operations to develop cross-functional teams. Lead and ensure effective communication and coordination between departments, including programming, HHC, teen ser ...
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  • Hartford, CT

Assistant Director

Leominster Public Library

Leominster

GENERAL SUMMARY: Professional, administrative and managerial work assisting the Library Director with the administration of the programs and operations of the public library. Acts as Director in the Director’s absence ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Assumes the duties and responsibilities of the Library Director, in his/her absence.Develops and maintains attendance records and weekly schedules for library personnel.Manages the Gifts and Donations program.Assists in budget preparation, negotiation of expenditures, and grant writing.Assists with the management of the library facility.Acts as the liaison to the Friends of the Library, by developing annual programming budget, providing support for fundraising activities, and overseeing the bi-monthly publication of its newsletter.Assists the ...

City Librarian

Bridgeport Public Library

Bridgeport, CT

Be part of a thriving, multicultural City as the next City Librarian of the Bridgeport Public Library. The Library serves 145,000 residents in the largest municipality in Connecticut, with five locations, a dedicated staff and a $7.8 million annual operating budget. The nine-member governing Board of Directors supports a successful candidate who will work well with the Library Board, staff, and community stakeholders to develop and implement a 21st century approach to the delivery of library services. Responsibilities. Under the direction of the Bridgeport Public Library Board of Directors, the City Librarian develops, administers and coordinates the work of the Library and the staff. Key areas include (1) sound fiscal management; (2) personnel management and staff development; (3) facili ...

Part Time Law Librarian - Worcester, MA

AccuFile, Inc

Worcester

Are you a law librarian seeking a wonderful part-time opportunity? This might be the perfect job for you! AccuFile, Inc., a professional Library services firm, has an immediate need for a part-time (5 hrs/week), experienced Law Librarian in the Worcester area.The solo Law Librarian performs a wide range of duties insupport of the Firm's attorney's and on-site library. The right candidate will also have the opportunity for 5-10 hours of virtual work! ** This is a great opportunity for someone looking for great paying, part-time work! ** Qualifications: Responsibilities include: all aspects of managing the law library including legal research and reference assistance.The ideal candidate must be a hands on and highly organizedindividual. Daily responsibilities will include: •Working ...
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  • Worcester, MA

Librarian III-Branch Manager

Greenwich Library

Greenwich, CT

Do you want to be actively engaged in a caring community? Do you want to be vital to a dynamic, energetic neighborhood? The Greenwich Library (CT) invites you to apply for the Branch Manager position, Cos Cob Branch Library. The Cos Cob Branch Library serves 6,800 Cos Cob neighborhood residents as well as the larger 62,000 residents of Greenwich. It is a vibrant and respected cultural hub of the community, offering a warm and welcoming environment for patrons of all ages and it enjoys a high level of use and support. The Branch Manager plays a key role in the Cos Cob community. This position works collaboratively with the Library Board, an active Friends group, area schools, and local civic and cultural organizations to meet the collections, services and programming interests and needs of ...

Director

Russell Library

Middletown, CT

CEO/Director, Russell Public Library The Russell Library Board of Trustees seeks a creative and dedicated leader to serve as Chief Executive Officer and Director. The library is located in Middletown, a friendly and diverse city of nearly 47,000 residents located in central Connecticut. Home to Wesleyan University, the city is known for its welcoming vibe. With a thriving downtown, cultural and recreational opportunities, Middletown is an ideal place to work, live and play. Please visit www.johnkeister.com/middletown for details, inquiries and to apply. ...

Youth Services Librarian

Hartford Public Library

Branch

TheYouth Services Librarianis responsible for providing a variety of library services for youth from birth through age 19. The Youth Services Librarian works closely with the Teen Services and YOUmedia Director,Youth and Family Services Manager and the Director of Central Services to plan and implement strategies for improving delivery of youth services throughout the library system; orders and promotes children's materials (print and media) for the library system; participates in delivery, promotion, and evaluation of youth programs; creates and conducts tours and bibliographic instruction for children and their caregivers and teachers through our Boundless partnership with Hartford City Schools; works with and provides outreach to youth-serving city agencies, schools, and organizations; ...

Children's and Youth Services Supervisor

Berkshire Athenaeum

Pittsfield's Public Library

The Berkshire Athenaeum seeks an innovative Youth Services Supervisor committed to nourishing community relationships, implementing change responsive to evolving patron needs, and leading staff with a compassionate can-do attitude. This librarian is key in serving Pittsfield's youth by connecting the Library with teachers, homeschoolers, and other educators and by continuing impactful partnerships such as Pittsfield Promise, Enhancing Families Through Literature, WeeRead, ThirdThursday, Curiosity Day, and Pajama Night, which are crucial to planting the seeds for lifelong learning. Materials and program budgets of approximately $25,000 help support this librarian in creating the place where young people want to be. As the departmental leader, this librarian exercises independent judgment to ...
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  • MLS Required
  • Pittsfield, MA

Assistant Director for Archives & Special Collections

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

George C. Gordon Library

The Assistant Director for Archives & Special Collections provides leadership, mentorship, and vision for programs and services that document, preserve, and share the rich historical legacy of the WPI community and its cultural and intellectual life through the university’s archives and special collections.The Assistant Director has primary responsibility for planning, coordinating, developing, preserving, and promoting WPI’s university and general archives and rare book and manuscript collections, as well as leading instructional and engagement programs that encourage active scholarship and use of archives and unique and rare collections.The Assistant Director develops collaborative partnerships across the library, the university, and external organizations to extend the r ...
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  • MLS Preferred
  • Worcester, MA

Town Librarian

Fairfield Public Library (CT)

Fairfield, CT

Fairfield Public Library – You Belong Here! The Town of Fairfield (CT) seeks a Town Librarian to lead the Library to new levels of excellence. Reporting to a six-member Board of Trustees and the First Selectman (as Town department head), the successful candidate will serve a community of 60,000+ residents from two locations – a Main Library (renovated in 2006) - housing the Bruce S. Kershner Gallery and an innovative children’s space - and a busy, popular neighborhood Branch Library. The new Town Librarian will work with a committed staff, an energetic core of volunteers, an established Friends of the Library, and a proposed $3.6 million budget to deliver quality library services and programs. Key opportunities include building strong external partnerships with community ...

Librarian for Digital Impact & Innovation

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

George C. Gordon Library

Reporting to the Associate Director for Impact & Innovation, the Librarian for Digital Impact & Innovation will have primary responsibility for maintaining and enhancing the library’s discovery strategies across multiple web-based platforms, assuring users a consistent, high-impact experience as they use library systems, services, and content. In support of these goals the Librarian for Digital Impact & Innovation will support and advise on library metadata strategies and services that assure discoverability of library content and services; and support excellence in user experiences of the library’s systems and web site, through analysis, design, and support of the library’s use of content management systems. In collaboration with library research and inst ...
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  • MLS Preferred
  • Worcester, MA

Associate Director for Impact & Innovation

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

George C. Gordon Library

Reporting to the University Librarian, provides leadership and management of the library’s Impact & Innovation Department. Responsible for delivering high-impact instructional and learning services, high quality information resources and discovery services, and innovative uses of technology and assessment strategies, that advance WPI research, instruction, community engagement, and other library programs and initiatives. Provides guidance and mentorship for a team of diverse and skilled professionals, including eight librarians and one staff associate, in addition to student assistants. Serves as a senior member of the Gordon Library’s Leadership Team and collaborates with WPI academic, administrative, and IT programs, centers, and staff. ...
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  • Worcester, MA