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Librarian, Sawyer Free Library (Gloucester)

Are you passionate about books, public service, technology, and building a strong community? The Sawyer Free Library in beautiful Gloucester, MA is looking for a dynamic, full-time adult service Librarian (35 hours per week) to join our team. In this role, you'll be the go-to person for adult services—whether you're helping a neighbor track down their next great read, managing and refreshing the library's collections, creating content for the website and social media, or strengthening community partnerships. If you love connecting with people and organizing collaborative community programs, this is the perfect place to grow your career. For more information, please visit https:// www.gloucester-ma.gov/Jobs.aspx

Qualifications

• Masters in Library and Information Science from an American Library Association accredited library school required.
• Demonstrated reference and readers’ advisory skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of collection management policies, principles, practices and methods
• Experience in outreach to the local community and developing partnerships
• Experience in planning, delivering and promoting programs
• Knowledge of Integrated Library System software.
• Knowledge of computers, operating systems, and other technology equipment; ability to perform basic tasks and troubleshooting such as installing software, resolving printing issues. Proficiency with e-readers, tablets and mobile applications.
• Experience with specialized software such as e-mail services, social media interfaces, web content management software, etc.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the methods, practices, principles and procedures of professional public library work
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with the public, staff, external agencies, and to work as a member of a team
• Demonstrated commitment to delivering consistent, high quality customer service
• Ability to self- direct and initiate.

Full/Part Time

Full Time

Education

MLS/Masters

Salary Range

$32.78 - $47.47  / hour

Closing Date

July 21, 2026

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should respond to the City of Gloucester, Human Resources Department, 9 Dale Avenue, Gloucester, MA 01930, or email a resume and application to: jobs@gloucester-ma.gov no later than July 21, 2026. 

Posted

2026-07-09 |  Quick link to this job