Librarian I - Reference, Somerville Public Library (Somerville)
Reports to the Head of the Reference Department
- Staffs Reference desk, assisting patrons in using
print, electronic resources, and technology, and providing
exceptional and engaging reference and reader’s
advisory services
- Develops, selects, and maintains
library collections as assigned
- Works on readers
advisory, displays, interlibrary loans, patron requests,
grants
- Promotes new and existing library collections,
services, programs, and events through outreach and in-
library efforts, and via print, web, and social media
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Encouraged to participate in programming and internal
committees
- May fill in as-needed at other public
service desks, including Circulation
- Attends
professional workshops, seminars, conferences, and
continuing educational opportunities
- Keeps current in
trends and best practices in the library world
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Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- MLS from an ALA accredited library school, and at least
two years of professional or equivalent experience
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Ability to deal with the public effectively and
pleasantly
- Ability to communicate effectively and
work collaboratively across all departments
- Ability
to perform basic troubleshooting of library technology
- Experience with social media preferred
- Ability to
speak two or more languages a plus
Full/Part Time
Full Time
Education
MLS/Masters
Salary
$1,381.67 / week
Closing Date
Open until filled; review of resumes will begin May 18
How to Apply
For more information or to apply, please visit the City of Somerville's jobs portal:
https://cityofsomerville.applytojob.com/apply/ VDRtpN7e2x/Librarian-I-Reference
Posted
2026-05-05