Assistant Library Director / Adult Services Librarian

Town of Eastham•Eastham, MA

About The Position

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 its programs, collections, and services. This full-time position is the Library’s second-in-command, combining professional librarian services with assistance in the administration and day-to-day operations of the Library. The position reports to the Library Director 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 Library Director’s absence. The successful candidate will be a collaborative, service-oriented leader committed to excellent customer service and public libraries. The role requires balancing professional library services, administrative responsibilities, and operational leadership while adapting to patron and organizational needs. Equivalent combinations of training, education, or experience may be considered for performing the essential functions of the position. The position is classified as Eastham Employee Association, Grade 6, with a salary range of $70,709 to $88,306, contingent on experience and qualifications. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance; childcare stipends; employee assistance and wellness programs; participation in the Barnstable County Retirement System; paid vacation, personal days, and holidays; and opportunities for training and professional growth. Applications are accepted until the position is filled, with preference given to applications received by Friday, November 6, 2026, at 4 p.m.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Library Science (MLS or MLIS) from an accredited institution.
A minimum of three years of professional library experience.
Strong organizational, communication, and supervisory skills.
Ability to balance professional library services, administrative responsibilities, and operational leadership.
Experience developing and delivering engaging adult programs, supporting collection development, utilizing library technologies, and building community partnerships.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, solve problems effectively, and adapt to evolving patron and organizational needs.
Equivalent combinations of training, education, or experience may be considered.

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Assist with administration and day-to-day operations of the Eastham Public Library.
Provide professional librarian services and direct public service.
Oversee adult programming.
Oversee collection development.
Oversee reference services.
Oversee local history and genealogy resources.
Oversee community engagement initiatives.
Provide staff support.
Assume responsibility for library operations when the Library Director is absent.
Develop and deliver engaging adult programs.
Build partnerships throughout the community.