Assistant Director/Head of Reference, Parker Memorial Library (Dracut)
Under the supervision of the Library Director, the Assistant Director / Head of Reference is responsible for providing reference services using resources in various formats and interpreting library policies and procedures in the absence of the Library Director.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The essential functions or duties listed below are illustrations of the type of work performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
- Work closely with the Library Director to implement exemplary library services
- Assist patrons with inter-library loan requests
- Supervise personnel in the absence of the Library Director
- Serve as the building supervisor in the absence of the Library Director
- Conceive, design, and implement various cultural, educational, and recreational programs for adult patrons
- Provide outstanding reference services using the library’s collections, electronic resources and materials in other formats
- Understand and train patrons on how to verify and vet source material
- Administer procurement and distribution of Federal and State tax forms
- Assist the Library Director in recruitment, hiring, and evaluation of personnel
- Participate in the library’s strategic planning and annual reporting
- Oversee the development and culling of the library’s nonfiction collection
- Interpret library policies and procedures in the absence of the Library Director
- Use scheduling software to set the schedule of service desks
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Works under the general direction of the Library Director, according to established procedures and departmental policies and standards; duties require independent judgement and initiative.
- Supervises staff and volunteers as needed.
Qualifications
Masters in Library Science (MLS) from an accredited ALA certified institution, or equivalent experience, required. Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in a public library, including at least one year in a supervisory capacity, preferably in a union environment.
Full/Part Time
Full Time
Education
MLS/Masters
Salary Range
$58,640.40 - $81,204.88 / year
Salary Notes
paid weekly
Closing Date
How to Apply
For full details and to apply, visit the Town of Dracut website at https://www.dracutma.gov/
Posted
2026-10-09