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Adult Services Librarian, Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, South Hamilton, MA

Description:

The Adult Services Librarian provides high quality and innovative programming including planning, implementing, publicizing and executing Adult Services programs, including educational and recreational programs.

Duties include: Plan, run and evaluate all programs for adults including booking, advertising and vetting of speakers/performers hired for library programs; create, design, and maintain all brochures, publicity, weekly press releases, promotional materials, event fliers and monthly electronic newsletter for distribution in-house and at other venues; Oversees the adult summer reading program and book clubs as assigned; Oversee scheduling of meeting rooms and program rooms for both library and public users; Coordinate social media marketing especially Facebook and Twitter and explores new social media platforms to recommend for use; Provides coverage for all public service desks; Assists in tracking and compilation of statistics and provides information for reports to the Library Director; Seeks grant funding opportunities and assists with writing proposals, implementation of activities and reporting; Coordinates rotating art exhibitions, topical and seasonal displays, and bulletin boards.

Qualifications

Masters of Library Science degree from an ALA accredited university (will also consider MLS enrolled student)
Knowledge of current and emerging library technology, trends, and practices
Ability to teach and problem solve across a wide range of technologies including computers, desktop publishing equipment, office equipment, automated library equipment 
Ability to function well as part of a team that supports the overall goals of the library
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Full/Part Time

Full Time

Education

MLS/Masters

Salary

$26.81  / hour

Salary Notes

$48,794 yearly – AFSCME Union postion – fully benefited

Closing Date

March 3, 2022

How to Apply:

Please submit a cover letter, resume and three references to Library Director, Kim Butler via email at [email protected]