Adult Services Librarian

OHIO LIBRARY COUNCIL; Wright (KS); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Wright Memorial Public Library in Wright, OH is seeking an Adult Services Librarian to connect patrons with information, programming, and technology. A Master’s Degree in Library Science is required, with strong customer service and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities include reference and readers' advisory, collection development, program design, and community outreach; some evenings and weekends are required. Wright Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Library Science (ALA accredited) required; library experience preferred.
• Knowledge of professional library principles, methods, techniques and procedures.
• Proficient using technology; experience teaching technology and web development a plus.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills; 1 year of customer service experience preferred.
• Sound judgment, research skills, multi-tasking, and excellent verbal and written communication.
• Collaborative, creative, and organized; able to work in a close team environment.

Responsibilities

• Patron Assistance - reference and readers' advisory in person, by phone, and online; assist with technology issues.
• Programming – design, implement, and evaluate programs to promote library resources.
• Collection Development – select, assess, and weed library materials.
• Promotion and outreach – create flyers and displays; participate in community events.

Skills

Customer service

Technology proficiency

Team collaboration

Reference & readers' advisory

Web development instruction

Education

Master’s Degree in Library Science (ALA accredited)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Internet searching

Job description

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Adult Services Librarian

By Wright Memorial Public Library

8/19/2026

To ensure success, Wright Memorial Public Library employees must be adaptable, innovative, with the ability to self-monitor performance, further the organization's mission, solve problems, participate actively in teams, provide excellent customer service, and communicate well with patrons, peers and supervisors.

Summary Of Responsibilities

Connects library patrons to information, entertainment, technology, and culture through library services, collection development, programming, research assistance, readers’ advisory, and trainings. Some evenings and weekends are required.

Job Responsibilities

• Patron Assistance - Provide direct reference and reader's advisory service to patrons in person, by phone, in the community via outreach, and online; troubleshoot patrons’ technology issues with computers and personal devices.
• Programming – Design, implement and evaluate programs to promote library resources and meet community needs.
• Collection Development – Maintain library collections through material selection, assessment, and weeding.
• Promotion, PR & Marketing – Promote the library and the use of its resources to the community, including creating and maintaining flyers, brochures and displays and participating in community events.

QUALITIES OF THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited institution (or currently working towards an MLIS) required. Library experience preferred.
• Knowledge of professional library principles, methods, techniques, and procedures.
• Proficient using technology, with demonstrated ability in Microsoft Office products, Internet searching, and all other digital resources provided by the library; experience teaching technology and web development skills a plus.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills, with 1 year of customer service experience; library experience preferred.
• Sound professional judgment, good research skills, the ability to multi-task, and excellent verbal and written skills.
• Collaborative, creative, and organized, with demonstrated ability to work in a close team environment.

Collection Development And Program Development Experience Preferred.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

The starting salary for this position is $47,549 ($22.86/hour) DOQ. Benefits offered include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as paid vacation, sick time, and holidays, and enrollment in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement system.

DEADLINE:

For priority consideration, applications and resumes should be received by September 16.

Wright Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type : Full-Time

Education Level : Master Degree