Title: Library Clerk, Bedford Public Library

Duties: The Bedford Public Library seeks an enthusiastic, flexible, customer service oriented person to join our circulation team. The candidate will work at our busy circulation desk answering the phone, checking out books, taking reserves and requests from patrons, helping patrons locate materials and shelving books. The part-time position will require average 12-14 hours per week, including evenings and weekends in rotation.
 
Qualifications: Applicants must have proficient computer skills, excellent interpersonal and customer service skills, the ability to multi-task and possess a friendly professional demeanor and enjoy reading. College degree required and prior library experience preferred. Please send cover letter and resume to the Bedford Public Library, Attention: Mary Ann Senatro, Library Director.
 
Closing Date: Open until filled.
 
Salary: $11.51 /hr. start
 
Address:

Mary Ann Senatro, Library Director
Bedford Public Library
3 Meetinghouse Rd.
Bedford, NH 03110
email: msenatro@bedford.lib.nh.us

Web Site: www.bedford.lib.nh.us

Source: Employer issued job notice, 11/04/09

Title: Children's Librarian, Part-time (29.5 hours per week), Derry Public Library

Duties: Derry Library is seeking a dynamic, innovative person to help develop a program that includes outreach to the community as well as services specifically for grades 3-6. The ideal candidate will also have a vision for and commitment to providing an outstanding library program for the citizens of Derry. This job involves assisting patrons in using all the library's resources, preparing and performing programs for all ages, material selection, promoting library facilities,

Qualifications: M.L.S. degree, M.L.S. candidate or equivalent degree preferred. Teaching background will be considered. Three to five years prior experience recommended. A personable attitude, strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to develop comfortable working relationships with children, parents and staff is highly desirable. Knowledge of integrated library systems is a plus. Familiarity of the role of technology in children's services is also important.
    
Closing Date: November 30, 2009
 
Salary: Beginning salary $18.48
 
Address:

Derry Public Library
64 East Broadway
Derry, NH 03038
submit resumés to dianeag@derrypl.org

Web Site: http://www.derrypl.org

Source: Employer issued job notice, 11/04/09

Title: Children Services Library Aide 20 hrs/wk., Goodwin Library, Farmington

Duties: Individual must be energetic, accurate and possess excellent public service skills. In addition to providing basic library services, the ideal candidate must be willing to work with our "tween/teen" library patrons in one-on-one and small group settings.
 
Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have a High School Diploma
• Ability to lift/move a minimum of 30 lbs.
• Ability to accommodate a two-step footstool
• Ability to stand/move for extended periods of time
• Ability to work assigned hours including evening & weekend hours
• Must be able to effectively utilize web-based resources and possess excellent Windows-based computer skills.

Closing Date: Job open until filled
 
Salary: $10.00 per hour
 
Address:

Goodwin Library
Attn: Debbie Christie
422 Main St.
Farmington, NH 03835
email: directory@goodwinlibrary.com

Web Site: www.goodwinlibrary.com

Source: Employer issued job notice, 09/25/09

Title: Library Assistant, Adult Services, Lane Memorial Library, Hampton

Duties:The Lane Memorial Library has a position open in the Adult Services Department for a part-time Library Assistant. This is a 17 hour per week position, with scheduled hours each Saturday. Our ideal applicant must possess good telephone skills, be able to interact pleasantly with public and co-workers, handle multiple tasks, have good computer skills, be able to accurately place materials in alphabetical and numerical order, and enjoy reading in a wide variety of genres.

The successful candidate's duties will include managing library materials circulation, answering the telephone, registering new patrons, assisting patrons with use of the library catalog and photocopiers, managing overdue notices, and providing reader's advisory services.

Qualifications: Applicants must have attained a high school diploma or GED and be able to bend and stretch while shelving books, stand for several hours at a time, and push and carry books throughout the building.

Closing Date: Open until filled

Salary: $11 per hour.

Address: Please send resumé with three current references, including contact information to:

Director Amanda Reynolds Cooper
Lane Memorial Library
2 Academy Ave.
Hampton, NH 03842

The Lane Memorial Library is an equal opportunity employer.

Web Site: http://www.hampton.lib.nh.us/

Source: Employer issued job notice, 10/23/09

Title: Assistant Director, Kelly Library, Salem

Duties: The Kelley Library is looking for a dynamic, forward thinking, and experienced self-starter to fill the Assistant Director position. Responsibilities include execution of library policies; tracking staff time off and payroll oversight; maintenance of the collection through overseeing selection, weeding and development; preparation of reports; and development and implementation of special projects. The assistant director is in charge of programming, the volunteer program, and acts as liaison with IT. The assistant director works with the director in policy development; selection, supervision and evaluation of staff; long-range planning; community relations; and budget preparation. Ability to see the big picture, analyze current practice for effectiveness, and suggest new solutions a must.

Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years of library experience with at least 2 years at a management level, with a sound knowledge of modern library principles; proven abilities in training staff; good communication skills; and ability to work positively with the public and staff. ALA accredited MLS required.

Closing Date: Review of applications begins 10/26/09.

Salary: Commensurate with experience, ranging from the low to mid $50’s. Excellent benefits. EOE.

Address: Complete job description available at www.salem.lib.nh.us.

Mail resumé with cover letter and 3 references to:

Search Committee
Kelley Library
234 Main St.
Salem, NH 03079

Apply electronically to: abaker@salem.lib.nh.us

Web Site: www.salem.lib.nh.us

Source: Employer issued job notice, 10/08/09

Title: Head of Youth Services, J. V. Fletcher Library, Westford, MA

Duties: Head of Youth Services – Division Head overseeing Youth Services Dept. of busy, progressive public library. Open due to retirement of incumbent.  Enthusiastic and energetic customer service manner; programming budget of $15,200, collection budget of $48,000, personnel and management team responsibility. Dedicated and creative departmental staff. Summer Reading Program nets 1,600 registrants per year. Situated 10 miles south of NH border.

Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS degree; 3 – 5 years administrative-level public library experience.

Closing Date: Available December 7, 2009. Open until filled.

Salary: Depending on experience, range: $42,442 - $60,715. AA/EEO.   

Address: Send -- Letter of application, resumé and three references to:

J. V. Fletcher Library
ATTN: Ellen Rainville, Library Director
50 Main St.
Westford MA 01886
[erainville@westfordma.gov; 978-399-2312]

Web site: www.westfordlibrary.org

Source: Employer issued job notice, 10/26/09