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Head of Youth Services, J. V. Fletcher Library (Westford)

Responsible for the development, planning, organizing, directing and evaluating of activities, operations, and expenditures within a specific service or support division (e.g. Youth Services Division, Information Services Division, Circulation Division, Systems/Automation or Technical Services Division).  Responsible for conveying and carrying out the Library’s Mission and Vision Statements, Objectives and Customer Service program.  Responsible for the supervision and evaluation of divisional staff, and divisional programs relating to user services and operations.  Responsible for a major portion of collection development and budget allocation within the overall Library materials and program budget (up to $90,000.00).  Related work as required.

Qualifications

Professional education in Child Development.  Juvenile Literature, Programming and Public Relations.  Enthusiasm, stamina and rapport with children.  Proficiency in the use of automated systems for the collection, storage and/or retrieval of information systems and in the use of electronic library information resources, including database searching, digital collections, and new technology.  Adept on social media platforms, Google Suites and CANVA. Ability to set priorities and work with frequent interruptions.  Ability to train staff and public.  Strong interpersonal skills. A Master's Degree or Professional Certification in Library Science with accreditation from the American Library Association and Board of Library Commissioners’ certification, as well as three to five years experience in public library service with relevant course work or concentration in divisional area.  Knowledge of computer operating systems, web-authoring languages, LAN systems, hardware and peripheral components.  Any equivalent combination of education and experience. A CORI check will be conducted for all employees prior to hiring and at subsequent intervals. 

Full/Part Time

Full Time

Education

MLS/Masters

Salary

$80,372.00  / year

Salary Notes

Depending upon qualifications and experience.

Closing Date

Open until filled.

How to Apply

Please email resume and cover letter to: HR@westfordma.gov.

Posted

2025-07-21 |  Quick link to this job