Employment & Volunteer Opportunities

The library currently has two open positions: ILL/Adult Services Librarian, and PT Custodian

 

Interlibrary Loan/Adult Services Librarian
The Lawrence Library seeks a talented, creative, and flexible Interlibrary Loan/Adult Services Librarian to join an established team of professionals at our public library. Working under the direction of the Library Director and Assistant Director/Head of Adult Services, this position provides exceptional interlibrary loan and adult services. The successful candidate will comfortably interact with the public, provide excellent reference and readers’ advisory services, and happily assist with collection maintenance and development. They must also be prepared to work collaboratively with other staff members in a sometimes fast-paced and community-focused setting. A sense of humor is essential in this role. This position is 32 hours per week, including one evening, and one Saturday per month; union, benefits-eligible. The Town of Pepperell is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required. Master of Library Science (MLS) from an ALA-accredited program strongly preferred. Three to five (3–5) years of library experience required; public library experience preferred. Experience with interlibrary loan systems, reference services, and library technology is desirable.

Salary Range
$25.47 - $28.11  /  hour

How to Apply
To apply, please send a cover letter, résumé, and contact information for three professional references to:
Diane Lynch, Library Director
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Closing date is February 27th. No phone calls, please.


 

Library Custodian

The Town of Pepperell is seeking a part-time Library Custodian to perform custodial, building maintenance, and light groundskeeping duties at the Pepperell Library.

Hours: 10 hours per week (variable schedule)
Salary: $22.31 – $29.27 per hour
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Department: Library

Responsibilities include:

  • Interior custodial and light maintenance work
  • Minor repairs (plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC-related tasks)
  • Seasonal groundskeeping, snow and ice removal
  • Event setup and building support
  • General cleaning when the regular cleaning contractor is unavailable

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • One year of custodial or building maintenance experience preferred
  • Basic knowledge of building trades and grounds maintenance
  • Ability to work independently
  • Valid driver’s license require
     

Full job description.

How to Apply:
Please send a cover letter, résumé, and contact information for three professional references to:


Diane Lynch, Director
Pepperell Library
15 Main Street
Pepperell, MA 01463
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The Town of Pepperell is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


Volunteering

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at the Lawrence Library. We currently do not have any openings.

Please connect with the Friends of the Library for additional volunteer opportunities.