POSITION OPENING – Reference/Adult Services Librarian
Forbush Memorial Library, Town of Westminster, MA
This is a 35 hour per week, benefitted position, requiring some evenings and Saturdays.
Duties:
Reporting to the Director, responsible for performing adult reference and readers advisory services; teaches patrons computer skills; initiates some searches/requests through interlibrary loan system; oversees book clubs and with Director, presents/plans programming for adults; responsible for reference collection and monthly newsletter; participates in circulation duties, collection development/management, supervising volunteers. In charge of the Library in the absence of the Director and Head of Children’s Services.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required and advanced library course work, MLS or MLIS preferred. Experience inlLibrary computer applications, word processing, as well as two years in a library (including reference) environment required.
Special Requirements:
Must hold a valid MA Class D motor vehicle operator’s license or be able to obtain transportation as required to attend off-site continuing education programs and seminars. Satisfactory CORI and physical exam (at Town expense) are required.
Knowledge, Ability, and Skill:
Knowledge: Working knowledge of principles and practices of library work. Knowledge of the organization and management of library operations.
Ability:
Able to multitask, to interact with diverse staff and public, to relate to staff in a way that promotes cooperation while realizing library goals and performing appropriate services. Sense of humor, flexibility, and web skills highly desirable.
Skills:
Strong reference background preferred.
Physical Requirements:
Moderate physical effort required in carrying and shelving books as well as frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and climbing. Must be able to use keyboard efficiently. Employee must regularly lift and/or move materials weighing up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Salary range:
$15.07-18.55/hr Hiring range: $15.07-15.91/hr
Closing date for applications:
Available February 13, 2010 but open until filled. Applications received by February 20, 2010 will receive first consideration.
To apply:
Submit a cover letter, resume, and three work reference with current contact information to: Margaret Howe-Soper, Director, Forbush Memorial Library, PO Box 468, Westminster, MA 01473 or to msoper@cwmars.org. The Town of Westminster is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
