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CAN YOU STILL GET A NEW LIBRARY CARD EVEN IF THE LIBRARY IS CLOSED? YES!
Send an email to the library with your name, mailing address, phone number, and email address
and you will be issued a new library card number.
It's free.
All New Guidelines About Donating USED Books -- read more...
Trustees Meeting at the Library and online at GoToMeeting
Next meeting scheduled for MONDAY November 2, 7 pm
Meetings will be held two times a month until further notice. To read the minutes of past meetings, click here.
All health guidelines are carefully observed for those attending in person.
Open Public Meeting (except for Executive Sessions)
“Take Out” Books
Anytime 24/7 - Browse the Library’s collection and make your book wish list from the
Doors open
Mondays 10 am to 2 pm
Thursdays 4 pm to 7 pm
An all-volunteer team is making it possible to get books out to the community before the full re-opening plans are enacted by the Trustees.
Walk through pick up for “Take Out” books – how it works:
Come to the open door at the Library’s main entrance. It is best to come alone or with as few people/children as possible.
Everyone, please!! Wear a mask. Not optional! No one without a mask may come inside.
Wait your turn outside. Wait in line 6′ apart.
To obtain books:
Enter one person at a time. Stand in front of the plexiglass in the designated area at the front desk.
Tell the volunteers what books you want to check out or just tell them what topics you like to read. They will quickly collect everything you want for you, and check out the books on the computer at the front desk.
As soon as you receive your books, leave quickly by the open side door.
Next person in line enters after the front desk counters and volunteers’ hands are all sanitized, and when the volunteer says “Next!” Please wait!
There will be no public access to bathroom,
children’s room, or barn.
Returning books:
Place return books in the bin provided by the entrance door during “Take Out” hours.
Or: Place return books in the big book return mailbox on the porch at any time.
BEFORE DONATING used books and media and other materials, please email wardsboropubliclibrary@gmail.com. Click here to read the Library's NEW GUIDELINES on what kinds of books and media materials it can accept from generous donors and supporters. The Library is not accepting magazines and periodicals at this time.
Thank you.
From the Library Trustees:
Click here for the complete 15 page Phased Re-Opening Plan adopted by the Board before the staff resignations indicated below.
JOB POSTING - PART TIME LIBRARIAN
(23 hrs./ week)
click here for printable page of this Job Posting
The Wardsboro Public Library in Wardsboro, VT is seeking an experienced person in library services to fill a permanent part-time librarian position starting immediately.
If you love libraries, enjoy reading and want to encourage others to read, see a need to help people succeed by providing resources and training of news skills....
If you like working in a collaborative environment with library trustees, Friends of the Library, local schools, and other community organizations and want the library to become more than just a place for books ...
If you are creative and innovative, use technology, communicate well, can interact professionally with others and have a positive get it done attitude....
If you believe it's important to create a safe and healthy building space for staff and patrons, so the library can partially reopen to the public...
then you could be a good fit for this job.
Under the supervision of the Board of Library Trustees, these are some of the librarian's essential job functions:
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manage the efficient, smooth daily operations of the library,
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organize the acquisition, access, storage and control of adult's and children's library collections,
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design, develop and deliver an array of library programs and services to address the various needs of patrons of all ages and interests,
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oversee the safety, cleanliness and neatness of the library's physical space in compliance with CDC and ACCD requirements and guidelines,
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communicate and promote library services and programs through the Internet, Facebook, library website, and other electronic media,
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manages the cataloging and circulation of materials using Verso, interlibrary loan services (using Clover), assist patrons to find materials and resources in the library,
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manage the purchase and maintenance of computers and other electronic devices and assist patrons in using them.
Experience/ Skills Requirements
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At least one year previous experience as a librarian, state Certification required.
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A degree in Library Science or related field is a plus
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excellent verbal, written and visual communication skills
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able to plan and set realistic goals, establish priorities and meet deadlines
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able to solve problems effectively by identifying issues, determining causes and implements appropriate solutions in a variety of situations,
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able to control finances and supplies while keeping within budget
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able to use technology, proficient in Microsoft Office, Google suite, integrated library systems, Wordpress and Canva
The Wardsboro Public Library is an equal opportunity employer.
The library is currently closed to the public, except for "Take Out
Books on Mondays and Thursdays.
For more information, leave a message at 802-896-6988 or email wardsboropubliclibrary@gmail.com.
To apply, email or send a resume and cover letter to Wardsboro Public Library PO Box 170 Main St. Wardsboro, VT 0535; click here for printable page of this Job Posting