Adult Services & Programming Librarian; Library Supervisor/Specialist Berkshire Athenaeum
Listed on 2026-06-19
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Education / Teaching
Library, Education Administration
Adult Services & Programming Librarian (Library Supervisor / Specialist I), Berkshire Athenaeum (Pittsfield)
Come join our team and dream the future! We have a thriving Adult Services & Programming team, and we're looking for a new teammate. We seek an energetic, service-oriented librarian for onsite reference, programming, and outreach to our community. If you love exciting projects, think on your feet, and would enjoy having a tangible impact on your neighbors, we have a place for you.
We will encourage your explorations, give you opportunities to stretch, and support your professional growth.
The Berkshire Athenaeum is an urban library located in western Massachusetts, the heart of the Berkshires. While close to major East Coast cities (3 1/2 hours travel time from New York City, less to Boston) our county is home to an enviable array of cultural offerings and gorgeous natural beauty.
The Berkshire Athenaeum, Pittsfield's Public Library, is seeking to hire an Adult Services & Programming Librarian (Library Supervisor / Specialist I). The Librarian will work under the general supervision of a Senior Supervisor to meet library and departmental goals. We have a long-standing 3D printing program, community technology classes, a well-loved Book Bike, a Seed Lending Library, and a Library of Things to grow and tend, and we are excited to support a team to develop new ideas.
This is a full‑time position working thirty‑five hours per week, with some rotating evening and Saturday assignments.
Responsibilities- Decision‑making and problem‑solving skills, including interpretation of library policy and independent judgment.
- In‑depth knowledge and ability in advanced library procedures, including research and teaching research skills.
- Comfort with technology and commitment to keeping tech skills current.
- Engaging with the community, creating partnerships, and project planning.
- Listening and engaging with potential partners, business leaders, and patrons beyond the Athenaeum walls ("talking library").
- Public desk staffing routine; some clerical tasks assigned.
- Master’s degree in Library Science. Exceptional candidates with a combination of three years of related experience and/or education will be considered. (The Athenaeum does provide some educational reimbursement for the pursuit of the MLS degree.)
- Specialized knowledge of library operations and services.
- Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing numerical data.
- General knowledge of office procedures.
- Knowledge of current trends in your field of expertise.
- Knowledge of reference services and sources.
- Solid understanding of integrated library systems, computing, mobile technology, and basic hardware and software for initial troubleshooting.
- Ability to discern patrons’ needs and to communicate clearly when answering questions and providing information.
- Skill in personal time management and written communication.
- Ability to organize and present information to a group.
- Demonstrated ability to interact with the general public in an urban library setting.
- Comfort and skill with community networking, partnership development, and cultivating contacts in the business community and with city residents.
- Full‑time, 35 hours per week with rotating evening and Saturday assignments.
- Education required:
Master’s in Library Science (MLS). - Salary: $26.88–$41.60 per hour.
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