Technical Services/Technology Librarian 1, Bedford Free Public Library in Bedford, MA

Posted October 25, 2020

Description:

The Bedford Free Public Library in Bedford, Massachusetts (pop. 14,200), is seeking an energetic, enthusiastic, and patron-focused librarian to join our team as a full-time Technical Services/Technology Librarian 1. This work is performed under the general direction of the Assistant Director and the Library Director.

This position is 40 hours per week, with one evening a week and Saturdays in rotation (typically once a month) required. The salary range is $57,908 to $75,277, depending on experience, with a full town benefits package.
 

Responsibilities include:

• The acquisition, cataloging, classifying, processing, and withdrawal of all library materials including serials.
• This role will work closely with the Building and Systems Superintendent to support the technology needs of the library.
• This position provides information services and technology assistance to patrons of all ages and abilities at our public services desks.
  
  

Qualifications include:

• A Master’s in Library Science from an ALA-accredited school
• Minimum of two years of library, technology, and technical services experience.
• Knowledge and principles of professional library science, including bibliographic services, cataloging, automated systems, and information technology. Experience with Sierra preferred. 
• Excellent written, oral, and digital communication skills are essential, additional world language abilities are desirable

How to Apply:

Please send a cover letter, resume, and the required Town of Bedford application (available online at www.bedfordma.gov) to the Bedford Free Public Library, 7 Mudge Way, Bedford MA 01730. Please direct all inquiries to Noreen O’Gara, Assistant Library Director at [email protected] or 781-275-9440.
 
Applications received by November 20, 2020, will receive first consideration.  

The Town of Bedford is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer