Part-time Professional Librarian -- Youth Services, Wayland Free Public LIbrary (Wayland)
The Wayland Free Public Library is seeking qualified candidates for a part-time Professional
Librarian position in our busy Youth Services department. We are a very family-oriented Library
that places a high value on providing personalized service with an emphasis on being warm,
welcoming and inclusive. The part-time Professional Librarian assists children, parents and
caregivers in locating and requesting age-appropriate materials and information using Sierra and
Aspen Discovery. Performs tasks relating to circulation services, responding to patron queries,
providing new library cards and related duties. Works closely with the Youth Services Librarian
and the Youth Services team in providing programs geared towards pre-school and elementary
school-aged children, as well as tweens and teens, during the school year, in addition to our
Summer Reading program offerings.
The schedule includes at least one weekend shift per month, with additional shifts possible,
including some evenings. Must be flexible and able to cover shifts on an as-needed basis. May be
responsible for opening and closing the Children's Room on occasion.
Qualifications
Recommended Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Master of Library Science (MLS), or currently enrolled and making progress
towards an MLS.
Experience: Demonstrated experience working with children and/or tweens and teens preferred.
Full/Part Time
Part Time
Education
MLS/Masters
Salary Range
$29.55 - $34.69 / hour
Closing Date
Open until filled
How to Apply
Apply to: Please submit a resume and cover letter to the Human Resources Manager, Town of
Wayland, 41 Cochituate Road, Wayland, MA 01778 or hr@wayland.ma.us. The Town of
Wayland is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Posted
2024-08-15