Assistant Library Director / Adult Services Librarian

Are you a passionate library professional who enjoys connecting people with information, lifelong learning, and community engagement opportunities? The Town of Eastham is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Assistant Library Director / Adult Services Librarian to help lead the Eastham Public Library and enhance the programs, collections, and services that enrich our community.

This full-time position serves as the Library's second-in-command, providing professional librarian services while assisting with the administration and day-to-day operations of the Eastham Public Library. Reporting to the Library Director, this role combines leadership responsibilities with direct public service and oversees adult programming, collection development, reference services, local history and genealogy resources, community engagement initiatives, and staff support. The Assistant Library Director also assumes responsibility for library operations in the absence of the Library Director.

Qualifications: The successful candidate will be a collaborative and service-oriented leader who is passionate about public libraries and committed to providing exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational, communication, and supervisory skills and be comfortable balancing professional library services, administrative responsibilities, and operational leadership.

Candidates should have experience developing and delivering engaging adult programs, supporting collection development, utilizing library technologies, and building partnerships throughout the community. The ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, solve problems effectively, and adapt to evolving patron and organizational needs is essential. Candidates must possess a Master's Degree in Library Science (MLS or MLIS) from an accredited institution and a minimum of three years of professional library experience. Supervisory experience is preferred. 

If you are excited about the role but do not meet every requirement, we still want to hear from you! Any equivalent combination of training, education, or experience to perform the essential functions of the position will be considered.

Compensation and Benefits: This position is classified as an Eastham Employee Association, Grade 6 and the salary range for this position is $70,709 to $88,306 contingent upon experience and qualifications. In addition to a competitive salary, this position is eligible for: comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance; childcare stipends; employee assistance and wellness programs; participation in the Barnstable County Retirement System and generous paid time off, including vacation days, personal days, and holidays. There are also opportunities for training and professional growth.

Directions to Apply:If you have questions or need assistance with the application process, please contact Human Resources at hr@eastham-ma.gov or 774-801-3210. 

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled with preference given to candidates that apply by Friday, November 6, 2026, at 4pm.

The Town of Eastham is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair and lawful employment practices. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.