Programming and Outreach Librarian, Medway Public Library (Medway)
The Town of Medway’s Public Library seeks applicants for a qualified, dedicated and community-focused Programming and Outreach Librarian to join our welcoming public library. This is a full-time benefits eligible Union position at 40 hours per week. The schedule includes one evening per week and one Saturday per month.
Under the general direction of the Library Director, the Programming and Outreach Librarian will manage and schedule the Library’s adult programming and outreach services. Our Library is in a growth phase seeking to expand programming and engagement with the community.
The ideal candidate for this role is outgoing, innovative, collaborative, and service-oriented to provide public programming and marketing for adult library services and events. Duties will include planning, marketing, executing and evaluating a robust schedule of library programs targeted at adult and intergenerational audiences while reflecting a wide range of topics including but not limited to author events, music and arts programs, book clubs, technology classes and local history events.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Works both individually and collaboratively with colleagues, community groups, and Town departments to envision, plan, present, and promote programs and activities.
• Looks for opportunities to take library programs and services out beyond the Library’s walls.
• Executes library marketing campaigns from beginning to end for adult programs and services, including creating graphic images and text copy for digital and print, managing library social media accounts.
• Conducts the majority of the marketing and social media interactions for the library.
• Runs the Seed Library.
• Manages our online calendar, website content, and library catalog (Aspen system) to create a more helpful interface for users.
• Identifies grants and other funding operations to support public programming.
• Provides desk coverage for the Circulation Desk as needed.
• Provides outstanding customer service to patrons at the library’s busy public service desks.
• Handles complaints and suggestions in a professional manner and refers them to the appropriate staff member.
• Uses, and assists patrons and staff in use of an ever-changing variety of library equipment. Assists patrons in person, by phone, and online.
• Has access to confidential information and performs duties that require constant attention to detail and accuracy.
• Serves as a Notary Public.
• Responsible for collection development in assigned areas, as well as other areas as needed. Manages collection through reports and accepted practices of weeding.
• Participates in professional development to gain additional knowledge and skills and shares new knowledge and skills with colleagues as appropriate.
• Assumes responsibility for closing the library one night a week
Qualifications
A master’s degree in library and information science from an ALA-accredited institution is required, as well as a minimum of 2-3 years of progressively responsible experience as a librarian, preferably in a public library setting. A Notary Public or the ability to obtain Notary Public with six (6) months of hire is required.
Full/Part Time
Full Time
Education
MLS/Masters
Salary Range
$25.78 - $33.82 / hour
Salary Notes
Grade 7 $25.78 per hour - $33.82 per hour
Closing Date
01/16/2026
How to Apply
Please review the job description on the Town website for more details. Job Description
Please send a cover letter, resume, and employment application to: Human Resources Manager, Cheryl Houle at Medway Town Hall, 155 Village Street, Medway, MA 02053, or email to choule@medwayma.gov. The Employment Application can be found here: Application
Posted
2026-01-02