Information Services Librarian

State; Braintree (MA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Thayer Public Library in Braintree, MA seeks an Information Services Librarian to manage daily operations, oversee reference and genealogy resources, and promote programs for adults. The role includes staff supervision, training, and contribution to the library website and digital resources.

A MLS and two years of public library experience are preferred; knowledge of Evergreen ILS is desirable. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and opportunities to engage with the community

Qualifications

• MLS in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program.
• Two years of professional public library experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Evergreen or other ILS desirable.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with patrons and staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of Information Services.
• Select, evaluate and maintain adult nonfiction, reference, genealogy and local history collections.
• Plan and promote programs and exhibits for adults.
• Provide readers' advisory and guidance on digital resources and databases.
• Supervise and evaluate support staff; train staff in research tools.
• Maintain statistics and manage museum pass service.
• Collaborate on library website and catalog with the technology team.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patron Service

Information Retrieval

Education

MLS/Masters

Tools

Evergreen ILS

Job description

Information Services Librarian, Thayer Public Library (Braintree)

Under general supervision of the Library Director, the Assistant Director, Information Services Librarian is responsible for the daily operations of the Information Services Department, including providing information, services, programs and materials to library patrons. Serves as Librarian -In-Charge in the absence of the Director or Assistant Director.

Selects, evaluates, develops and maintains adult nonfiction, reference, genealogy and local history collections, in all formats.

Plans, coordinates, implements, and promotes library programs and exhibits for adults with other librarians.

Exercises considerable judgement in researching informational inquiries, including the specialized area of genealogy, local history, business and law.

Assists patrons in locating and borrowing library materials in physical and electronic formats; including outside the OCLN network. Provides readers' advisory services. Provides instruction and assistance to patrons in the use of current and emerging technologies, including the online public catalog, digital resources, online databases, electronic services and other reference tools and methods.

Provides guidance and training to library staff in effective use of reference resources and research tools.

Supervises, trains and formally evaluates in writing any support staff assigned primarily to the department.

Monitors collection usage and recommends additions, replacements and withdrawals to ensure the collection remains current and responsive to the needs of the public.

Serves as a member of the library's technology team and, as such, contributes to the development and updating of the library website, social media. and public-facing catalog in collaboration with other librarians.

Maintains statistics on aspects of reference work as determined by the Library Director.

Manages the library's museum pass service including annual renewals.

Coordinates reservations and scheduling for auditorium bookings and provides technical assistance for presenters as needed.

Regularly recommends department policy changes to the Director.

Qualifications

Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited program. Two (2) years of professional public library experience preferred. Knowledge of Evergreen or other ILS desirable. Working Knowledge of reference operations and current emerging technologies . Interact effectively with patrons and staff in a friendly manner to promote harmonious operations and a positive image of the library . Strong communication and teamwork skills .

Please visit the Town of Braintree 's jobs page for full position description:

https://braintreema.gov/Jobs

Full/Part Time

Full Time

Education

MLS/Masters

Salary Range

$64,177.56- $74,284.32/year

Closing Date

Until Filled

Town of Braintree is an Equal Opportunity Employer