Interlibrary Loan & Adult Services Librarian

Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public library in the United Kingdom seeks a full-time Interlibrary Loan / Adult Services Librarian to provide exceptional services to the community. The role involves working collaboratively with staff and delivering excellent reference and advisory services. A Bachelor's degree is required, with a Master of Library Science preferred. Applicants should have 3-5 years of library experience, ideally in public library settings. This position involves 32 hours per week, including one evening and one Saturday per month.

Benefits

Benefits eligible

Union position

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of library experience, preferably in a public library.
• Experience with interlibrary loan systems and reference services is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional interlibrary loan and adult services.
• Interact with the public and provide excellent reference and advisory services.
• Assist with collection maintenance and development.

Skills

Customer service skills

Reference services

Interlibrary loan systems

Library technology

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master of Library Science (MLS)

Job description

Interlibrary Loan / Adult Services Librarian, Lawrence Library (Pepperell)

The Lawrence Library seeks a talented, creative, and flexible Interlibrary Loan / Adult Services Librarian to join an established team of professionals at our public library. Working under the direction of the Library Director and Assistant Director / Head of Adult Services, this position provides exceptional interlibrary loan and adult services. The successful candidate will comfortably interact with the public, provide excellent reference and readers’ advisory services, and happily assist with collection maintenance and development. They must also be prepared to work collaboratively with other staff members in a sometimes fast‑paced and community‑focused setting. A sense of humor is essential in this role.

This position is 32 hours per week, including one evening and one Saturday per month; union, benefits‑eligible.

Academic & Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required. Master of Library Science (MLS) from an ALA‑accredited program strongly preferred. Three to five (3–5) years of library experience required; public library experience preferred. Experience with interlibrary loan systems, reference services, and library technology is desirable.

Employment Details

Full Time

Schedule: 32 hours per week, 1 evening, 1 Saturday per month.

Salary Range: $25.47–$28.11 per hour.

Closing Date

February 27

How to Apply

To apply, please send a cover letter, résumé, and contact information for three professional references to:

Diane Lynch, Library Director
[e-mail]

No phone calls, please.

Legal Notice

The Town of Pepperell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Position open until filled.