Reference Librarian - PT in Chester

Job Title

Reference Librarian - PT

Posting Number

AA26-32

Date Posted

5.22.2026

Weekly Hours

10 hrs per week

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Hiring Rate

$27.47 per hour

Bargaining Unit

Non-Union

Step Rate

$27.47 - $31.56

Location

35 West Main Street

Schedule

Schedule includes regularly scheduled nights, Saturdays and Sundays (Sept‑May Sunday required).

Definition & Purpose

This position provides direct customer service at the Information desk for a vibrant, multi‑cultural population in a busy city library.

Essential Functions

• Serves mainly at the Information desk and performs a wide range of duties including but not limited to: providing excellent customer service, readers advisory, technology help, and research help
• Assists with planning and implementing a variety of engaging library programs for adults
• Assists with assigned collection development areas including maintaining the collection through weeding and creating attractive displays
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education

Master’s in Library Science from an accredited program. MLS candidate considered. Prior customer service desirable.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The City of Marlborough is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City of Marlborough does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status or membership in the armed services, marital status or any other protected category under federal or state law.