SALARY RANGE BEGINS: $68,216.92 (Effective 7/1/25)
JOB TYPE: Full time, Union (UE Local 222 #81-4082)
CLOSING DATE: 3/23/2026
As a Librarian you will draw on your expertise to work with a team of professional staff to provide outstanding service to the community of Wethersfield. We are looking for someone who is customer focused, collaborative, tech savvy, and helps ensure the delivery of quality results. Examples of duties include: Answer ready-reference and/or readers advisory requests; provide general research assistance; provide direct public service to patrons; participate in collection development and maintenance in assigned areas; participate in the development, planning, promotion, and delivery of classes,
programs, and services in-person as well as virtually, either in a formal or informal setting which fulfill the mission of the library; conduct outreach, liaison, and collaborate closely with relevant Town departments, boards, or committees, local schools, Board of Education, and community groups, etc. to deliver classes,
programs, or services that meet the expressed or anticipated needs and interests of library patrons; may also work on special projects; perform other duties as required or other tasks/assignments as necessary. This position requires: an ALA Accredited Master’s Degree in Library Science or Master’s Degree in Library
and Information Science or equivalent; two years of experience in general library work; excellent customer service skills; passion for and desire to work with a diverse public; knowledge of and demonstrated experience with library related as well as new/emerging technology; schedule must be flexible to include
evenings and weekends; a valid driver’s license. Preferred qualifications include: supervisory experience; previous experience working in a public library setting as a professional librarian; familiarity with the needs of specific populations to be served (e.g. youth developmental needs)
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Please submit completed application, cover letter, resume, and three professional references, at least one from a direct supervisor, to: jobs@wethersfieldlibrary.org.
Only selected candidates will be contacted to proceed through the recruitment process. No phone calls or other inquiries please.
Successful candidate must pass interviews, and/or practical exam, and/or written exam prior to employment. In addition, successful candidate must also pass pre-employment physical, drug testing, and background check prior to employment.
The Town of Wethersfield is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
