Senior Librarian - Adult Services and Programs Lead

City of Pittsfield; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Berkshire Athenaeum in Pittsfield, MA seeks a Supervisor of Adult Services and Programming to lead a department that includes two full-time librarians and a substantial part-time staff dedicated to public service.

The role guides program development, outreach events, and community engagement, supports digital equity initiatives, and works with staff to redesign spaces and services while ensuring excellent patron experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Library Science; experience considered.
• Specialized knowledge of library operations and services.
• Demonstrated organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Dynamic and self-motivated.
• Progressively responsible library and supervisory experience.
• Comfortable learning new library technology.
• Knowledge of reference services and current resources.
• Ability to discern patrons' needs and communicate clearly.
• Understanding of ILS and basic hardware/software troubleshooting.
• Strong time management and patience with the public.
• Basic arithmetic and office procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide training and supervision of staff and assist the public.
• Review literature, survey personnel, and consult Library Director on needs.
• Plan, schedule, promote, and execute programs, events, and exhibits.
• Build relationships with community partners and lead engagement efforts.
• Oversee technology engagement and supervise a service desk.
• Monitor expenditures and prepare monthly and yearly reports.
• Address complaints and solve problems; apply troubleshooting as needed.
• Perform basic searches and training on department equipment.
• Work with lay advisory groups as appropriate.
• Other duties including preservation, clerical, and shelving tasks.

Skills

Staff supervision

Strategic planning

Community engagement

Public service

Digital equity

Technology troubleshooting

Education

Master's in Library Science

Tools

Integrated Library Systems

Job description

The Berkshire Athenaeum in Pittsfield, MA seeks a Supervisor of Adult Services and Programming to lead a department that includes two full-time librarians and a substantial part-time staff dedicated to public service.

The role guides program development, outreach events, and community engagement, supports digital equity initiatives, and works with staff to redesign spaces and services while ensuring excellent patron experience.