The Town of Pepperell, MA, is seeking a Library Director, responsible for all library operations including: staff supervision, building maintenance, special event programming, and budget management. The ideal candidate is energetic and comfortable interacting with town officials and is committed to outstanding customer service, maintaining adequate funding for state certification, and the implementation of a long-range plan. The candidate should possess knowledge of library software applications for internal and public use. The director reports directly to the Board of Trustees while interacting with other town departments, committees, and the Friends of the Library.
ALA accredited MLS with at least four years of progressively responsible experience in library administration and supervision, public library experience preferred.
Full benefit packet
Since 1901, the Lawrence Library, in addition to providing traditional library services, has hosted art exhibitions and live music performances. For over a century, the Lawrence Library has served the Pepperell community, providing a space where individuals can engage with culture, the arts, and knowledge. The library opens windows to the world, inspiring exploration and growth, which enhances the community’s quality of life. In addition to its extensive print collections and online resources, the library hosts year-round art exhibits, live music events, book and history clubs, and a wide range of STEAM programming for both adults and youth.
The Lawrence Library, in 2018, opened a spur trail to the Greens Brook Trail behind the library. The only one of its kind at a Massachusetts public library, the trail is accessible to people with motor and visual impairments. The trail also features native plant and pollinator gardens and an always changing ‘Tale Trail’ story board walking trail.
The library is a noted Literary Landmark by the American Library Association's United for Libraries – one of only seven in Massachusetts – in honor of children's author and illustrator Barbara Cooney, who lived in Pepperell for many years. The Lawrence Library was featured prominently in her book Miss Rumphius.
Pepperell is a picturesque town in Northern Middlesex county. New England landscapes, vibrant community spirit, passionate library patrons, and intriguing history offer a delightful blend of tranquility and excitement for residents and visitors.
Just an hour away from bustling Boston and Springfield and only thirty minutes from Worcester and Manchester, New Hampshire, Pepperell is a perfect spot for a delightful escape! It’s also a stone’s throw from picturesque Connecticut, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Maine, making it super easy to explore.
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Submit resume and letter of interest to: Tina McEvoy, Assistant Director, Lawrence Library, 15 Main St., Pepperell, MA 01463, or by email to tmcevoy@cwmars.org. Application review will begin February 1, 2025 and applications will be accepted until March 14, 2025. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.
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