Part-Time Floater Librarian — 18-Hour Schedule

Town-of-West-Springfiel; West Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Town of West Springfield is seeking a permanent, part-time Floater Librarian to support adult, youth, and children’s services under the Assistant Director. The role includes reference, computer instruction, readers’ advisory, programming, and community outreach, with duties at multiple service desks.

The position involves coordinating with supervisors to deliver library services, assist in training the public on technology, and contribute to public relations efforts including social media and

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree and one year of professional library experience.
• Experience with computers, Microsoft Office, Evergreen, and internet databases is expected.
• Master’s Degree in Library Science and prior knowledge of public library operations is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver reference and resource information to patrons via in-person and digital channels.
• Maintain welcoming service desks and provide referrals to libraries and agencies as needed.
• Develop and conduct public training sessions on computers, the Internet, and databases.
• Provide computer, printing, and Wi-Fi support and basic equipment troubleshooting.
• Assist with collection development and inventory, shelving, and weeding as needed.
• Assist with Inter-Library Loan services and participate in staff meetings and program planning.

Skills

Public desk service

Computer literacy

Training and instruction

Education

Bachelor’s degree

One year of related professional library experience

Master’s degree in Library Science (preferred)

Tools

Evergreen library software

Microsoft Office

Internet research/databases

Job description

Town of West Springfield is seeking a permanent, part-time Floater Librarian to support adult, youth, and children’s services under the Assistant Director. The role includes reference, computer instruction, readers’ advisory, programming, and community outreach, with duties at multiple service desks.

The position involves coordinating with supervisors to deliver library services, assist in training the public on technology, and contribute to public relations efforts including social media and