Lead, Inspire, and Innovate – Become the Next Director of Library Services!The East Bridgewater Public Library is seeking a visionary and dynamic leader to serve as our next Director of Library Services. If you are passionate about fostering an inclusive, community-driven library, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact!Why East Bridgewater Public Library?Located in the historic heart of East Bridgewater, Massachusetts (population 14,180), our library has been a trusted community resource since 1896. With an annual operating budget of over $661,000, a dedicated team of six full-time and four part-time employees, and a commitment to innovation and inclusivity, we are more than just books—we are a hub for learning, connection, and creativity.Your Role as Director:As the Dire ...

Town of Seekonk Job Description Position Title: Librarian I Approved: 2011Department: Public LibraryReports to: Associate Library DirectorSummary of Duties: The Staff Librarian provides professional services in areas of reference, book selection, programming, bibliographic instruction, computer training, and staff and volunteer supervision related to continuance of core library services for adults, young adults, children and their families. Employee is required to perform all similar or related duties. Supervision Required: Employee works under the general direction of the Library Director. Employee plans and prioritizes the majority of work independently, in accordance with standard practices and previous training. Employee is expected to solve most problems of detail or unusual situation ...

The Metadata Librarian will coordinate the receipt and evaluation of continuing resources and government documents as well as other formats as necessary. Actively catalog materials in a variety of formats using rules and national standards and best practices. Participate in discussions relating to discovery, access, retrieval, and management of objects in ILS and discovery. Advise on the application of appropriate current and emerging cataloging/metadata schema to facilitate access to digital resources and physical collections. Train others on cataloging/metadata creation and management and work closely with staff throughout the Libraries to provide access to the Libraries’ collections.Essential FunctionsPerforms original and complex copy cataloging for continuing resources including hol ...

The town of Mattapoisett seeks a creative and thoughtful library professional to join a community that truly values and supports its public library. The library, which sees a major uptick in activity over the summer when the town’s population doubles, plays an integral role in supporting Mattapoisett as a primary community cultural hub. To learn more about the town, the position, and the application process, please visit the Collins Center for Public Management listing at https://www.umb.edu/cpm/recruitments/. ...

The Town of Yarmouth is searching for a Technical Services Supervisor/IT Librarian to join our Library team! Working under the direct supervision of the Library Director, the Technical Services Supervisor/IT Librarian is responsible for overseeing the library’s technology infrastructure and technical services, combining professional, supervisory, administrative, technical and direct service work.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:As a member of the management team, this person plans, develops, and implements system-wide (2 locations) technical services and information technology, manages the selection, ordering, receiving, processing, cataloging of library materials and collection supplies, manages materials budget. Oversees library database including maintenance and withdrawal of items; reviews and re ...

Coordinate the review and subsequent revision of library data to eliminate offensive, outdated language, and enhance access by refining terminology and vocabularies for cultural competency and inclusivity. Actively catalog materials in Asian languages in a variety of formats using rules and standards such as RDA, LCSH, LCC, MARC, Dublin Core, EAD, VRA Core, METS, MODS, etc. Participate in discussions relating to discovery, access, retrieval, and management of objects in ILS, discovery, and digital repository systems. Advise on the application of appropriate current and emerging cataloging/metadata schema to facilitate access to digital resources and physical collections. Train others on cataloging/metadata creation and management and work closely with staff throughout the Libraries to prov ...

The Boston University Libraries seek an Associate University Librarian for Academic Engagement to direct the priorities of librarians and library departments to deliver excellence in library resources and services (i.e. public services) through outreach and engagement with BU’s academic communities. Aligning research support with strategies for effective in-person and online engagement, this position ensures library branches, virtual service points, specialized and advanced information consultation, and information resources across BU’s Charles River Campus meet the community’s information needs. The AUL for Academic Engagement oversees a portfolio of four departments comprising the library’s liaison and user services programs in six library branch locations. Through broad engageme ...

Job SummaryThe Metadata Coordinator provides leadership and vision for cataloging and metadata services at the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. The Coordinator will oversee, develop, implement, and assess proposals, plans and projects to ensure robust and timely access to UMass’s rich scholarly resources and distinctive collections.. The incumbent will set priorities for metadata operational needs, recommend and plan metadata initiatives, and facilitate improvements to existing systems and services. The Coordinator will advise on long term metadata strategies relating to discovery, access, retrieval, and management of objects in the Library Services Platform and discovery systems. Essential Duties:Directly supervises and evaluates the work of the professional and classified staf ...

The Boston University Libraries seek a dynamic, service-oriented, collaborative leader for our Head of Research Services position, to lead the research services unit providing users with access to and engagement with the library’s distinctive and special collections. Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Special Collections, this position will lead the creation of a user-focused environment that is positive, informative, and inclusive, aiming to build a global community of students, scholars, and the public who engage with the Howard Gotlieb Archival Research Center, University Archives, Nursing Archives, Rare Books collections and other special collections. A key aspect of the role, which serves as a manager and mentor to 3 archivists, an archival assistant, as well as int ...

The Boston University Libraries seek a Head of Processing and Collection Management to lead the strategic stewardship of the university’s diverse and valuable special collections. Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Special Collections, this pivotal role oversees the comprehensive management, processing, and accessibility of distinctive materials housed across various departments, including the Howard Gotlieb Archival Research Center, University Archives, Nursing Archives, and Rare Books collections. The position will develop and implement innovative approaches to collection management that balance preservation needs with user access, ensuring that these unique resources are effectively curated, described, and made available to support the university's research, teaching, ...

POSITION OPENING: Youth LibrarianThe Town of Lenox, MA seeks qualified, creative, and intrinsically motivated candidates for the position of Youth Librarian with the Lenox Library. This is a full-time position.JOB SUMMARYOversees all aspects of youth services, fostering a love of reading and learning for library users age 0 to 18, their families, and caregivers through engaging programs, collections, and services. The Youth Librarian also forges connections in the community by creating a welcoming and safe environment in the youth department and conducting successful outreach. Works cooperatively with other staff members to provide quality customer service to all Library patrons.SUPERVISIONServes under the supervision of the Library Director. Performs a variety of duties requiring self ini ...