Adult Services/Reference Librarian

Kingston Police Department, Massachusetts; North Carolina; On-site; USD 63,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingston Police Department, Massachusetts is seeking an Adult Services/Reference Librarian. The position requires a Master’s degree in Library Science (ALA-accredited) and 3–5 years of related experience, with CORI background checks and MA Board of Library Commissioners certification within two years.

Salary FY26 ranges from $62,527 to $81,286 for Grade 7. The role involves reference services and access to adult collections, with an open-Until-Filled posting process and standard municipal

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree preferred in Library Science from a program accredited with the American Library Association.
• Experience: a minimum of three to five (3-5) years related work experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Education

Master’s degree in Library Science (ALA accredited)

Job description

Adult Services/Reference Librarian

Salary Annual FY26 (July 2025), Grade 7 annual salary range is $62,527 - $81,286 Posted March 12, 2026 Closing Open Until Filled

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Master’s degree preferred in Library Science from a program accredited with the American Library Association; a minimum of three to five (3-5) years related work experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Special Requirements

Special Requirements: CORI certification is required as a condition of employment. certification from the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners is required within two (2) years of appointment.

Job Details

Category Current Employment Opportunities Status Open