Reference and Community Services Librarian (17.5 hours), Billerica Public Library (Billerica)
The Town of Billerica seeks a friendly, dependable, independent, and detail-oriented candidate to serve as a Reference and Community Services Librarian. This position plays a key role in extending the Library’s presence into the community.
Duties/Description:
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Facilitates access to library materials in all available
formats and provides expert guidance to patrons of all ages
requesting information or on-the-spot assistance with
technology
- Proposes, plans, and oversees the
Library’s community outreach programs to fully
integrate the Library into the community
- Distributes
print marketing materials to various locations in town
- Manages Beanstack and coordinates with the vendor
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Selects library materials for purchase in assigned
areas
- Attends workshops, trainings, and conferences,
and participates in professional development activities
- Other job functions as assigned
Schedule: 17.5-hour work week includes every other Saturday and one Sunday per month. Schedule is Tuesdays 4pm-9pm; Wednesdays 9am-2pm; Fridays/Saturdays 9am-5pm.
Qualifications
A Master’s Degree in Library Science in a program accredited by the American Library Association. Minimum of one to two years’ experience in library work preferred.
Strong public service commitment along with a high degree of initiative, independence and excellent interpersonal skills; ability to exercise judgment in dealing effectively with diverse constituencies in a responsive manner; ability to set priorities and manage time effectively; ability to collaborate and communicate effectively; positive attitude a must.
Full/Part Time
Part Time
Education
MLS/Masters
Salary Range
$28.96 - $39.56 / hour
Salary Notes
9 steps with prorated paid time off. This is an AFSCME Council 93, Local 1365 position.
Closing Date
Open at least 10 days from posting and will remain open until filled.
How to Apply
Apply to: Sharon Lomison, Assistant Director/ Billerica Public Library / 15 Concord Road / Billerica, MA 01821 / slomison@billericalibrary.org
Please include cover letter, resume and three references (PDF format preferred if submitting electronically).
Posted
2026-01-28