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Rumford Public Library Now Hiring: Adult Services Librarian
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Do you believe libraries are more than just buildings with books—they’re vibrant community hubs where ideas, learning, and connections thrive? Rumford Public Library is seeking an Adult Services Librarian who shares that vision and is ready to make a meaningful impact.
In your role as Adult Services Librarian, you will:
- Design and deliver engaging programs and events tailored to adult learners and readers.
- Provide expert reader’s advisory and research assistance.
- Assist the Library Director in curating and developing the library collection.
- You’ll work closely with the Children’s Librarian to connect programs between age levels.
- Support Circulation and Technology staff to provide friendly and high quality customer service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, promote, and lead innovative adult programs and events.
- Offer personalized research help.
- Work closely with library staff to curate collections that reflect community needs and interests.
- Serve as a friendly, knowledgeable resource for all adult patrons.
Qualifications:
- Excellent communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
- Creativity, adaptability, and a passion for public service.
- Bachelor's Degree in Library/Information Science is preferred.
- Significant experience in and a working knowledge of Library services are required.
- Experience with Sierra and Minerva is a plus.
- Proficiency using computers, computer software and the internet is required.
- Demonstrated excellent public relations ability with all ages is required.
Why Work With Us?
You’ll join a supportive, collaborative team that values connecting people with ideas. We offer the chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of our patrons. Located along the Androscoggin River, Rumford, Maine, has thrived as a center of industry, community, and natural beauty since 1800. It is a wonderful place to live and visit, offering the chance to enjoy all four seasons and the close-knit connection of a small town.
Apply By: May 7, 2026
How to Apply: Send your resume, cover letter and application to the Library Director, Abby Austin, aaustin@rumford.lib.me.us. Applications are available on the Town Website, www.rumfordme.org. The Town of Rumford is an Equal Opportunity Employer pursuant to a policy of non-discrimination in personnel practices, including: recruiting, hiring, opportunities for transfer and promotion, conditions or privileges of employment, as well as compensation and benefits. Such practices or procedures shall not favor or penalize any person because of race, creed, color, sex, marital status, national origin, age, or disability, where these are not found to be bona fide occupational qualifications. The Town recognizes its responsibility to enhance the purposes set forth in the Maine Human Rights Act as well as Federal statutes which may apply as a result of its Federal grant activities.
Compensation: This is a full-time, 40-hour per week position paying $23.00 per hour plus benefits.
The Town of Rumford offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental and vision coverage, paid holidays, sick and vacation leave. We participate in Maine Municipal Health Trust, MainePers, and Social Security.
Let’s work together to make the library a place where adults feel inspired, informed, and connected.
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Pay: From $23.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23