Assistant Director / Youth Services Librarian, Medway Public Library (Medway)

Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A public library in Massachusetts seeks an Assistant Director / Youth Services Librarian to oversee library operations and youth programming. The ideal candidate will have a master’s degree in library and information science from an ALA-accredited institution and 3-5 years of experience in a public library setting. Responsibilities include managing staff, developing outreach programs, and collaborating with schools. This full-time position offers competitive hourly pay, ranging from $27.93 to $32.32.

Qualifications

• A master's degree in library and information science from an ALA-accredited institution is required.
• Three to five years of progressively responsible experience as a librarian in a public library setting is preferred.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience is needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily library operations and assist in staff recruitment and training.
• Manage youth programming, including story times and STEAM projects.
• Develop partnerships with schools and community organizations.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Library technology assistance

Outreach programming

Collection development

Public service

Education

Master's degree in library and information science (MLIS)

Job description

Assistant Director / Youth Services Librarian, Medway Public Library (Medway)

Under the general direction of the Library Director, the Assistant Director/Youth Services Librarian oversees aspects of library services including technology assistance, collection development of materials and resources, and outreach. The Assistant Director/Youth Services Librarian will assist the Director in performing professional and administrative work including but not limited to scheduling, payroll, payment of invoices, and managing all activities and services of the Library.

The Assistant Director/Youth Services Librarian will manage the Youth Department under the general direction of the Library Director, planning and conducting children’s story times, book clubs, special events and other programs for children and teens. The Assistant Director/Youth Services Librarian will work with the Makerspace Coordinator and library volunteers to plan and conduct STEAM programs for children and teens. The Assistant Director/Youth Services Librarian will coordinate activities with schools, preschools, day care centers, and community groups both at the library and at the schools and day care centers. This position is also responsible for preparing grants for youth programming and involves public service, reference, reader’s advisory, community activities, circulation, and other library functions.

Essential Functions

• Assists the Director in all aspects of the daily operations of the Library, its staff and volunteers, and services.
• Assists in the recruitment and training of staff and volunteers.
• Assists the Director in budgeting for the Library and managing expenses.
• Provides guidance on library policies and procedures and makes recommendations for improvements.
• Serves as a liaison to the public and resolves any complaints that arise.
• Works closely with the Technical Services Librarian to maintain the Library’s collection of items.
• Identifies and promotes partnerships with other Town resources, such as Medway Public Schools, and other organizations.
• Designs, organizes, and provides services to ages 0‑18 years.
• Selects, evaluates, maintains, and discards young adult materials based upon consultation of a wide variety of reviewing sources, professional judgment, preferences of young adults, and acknowledged review sources.
• Serves as liaison to the middle and high schools, coordinating assignments and summer reading lists with school personnel and presenting book talks as requested by teachers.
• Performs circulation desk duties and cataloging as needed.
• Conducts library tours.
• Maintains awareness and ensures effective utilization of the Massachusetts Library System and state and regional agencies.
• Identifies grants and other funding operations to support public programming.
• Discretion and integrity are required, especially in all sensitive matters involving personnel, patrons, trustees and library partners.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A master’s degree in library and information science (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited institution required.
• Three (3) to Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience as a librarian preferably in a public library setting.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience.

Full/Part Time

Full Time

Education

MLS/Masters

Salary Range

$27.93–$32.32 per hour

Full Salary Range

$27.93 per hour – $36.68 per hour, non‑union position.

Closing Date

12/29/2025

How to Apply

Please send a cover letter, resume, and employment application to: Human Resources Manager, Cheryl Houle at Medway Town Hall, 155 Village Street, Medway, MA 02053, or email to [e-mail]. The Employment Application can be found here: Application. Job Description can be found here: Job Description.

Posted

2025-12-10 | Quick link to this job