Top 42 Librarian Jobs in Brookline, Ma

Librarian II - Collection Services
Town of Brookline —Brookline, MA
- $34.19 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Communication skills
Librarian II – Reference/Programming
Town of Brookline —Brookline, MA
- $34.19 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 2 years
Assistant Librarian of Digital Humanities
Tufts University —Medford, MA
- $67,200 - $100,700 a year
- Hybrid work
- Bilingual
- Mid-level
- 3 years
Liaison Librarian
Boston College —Chestnut Hill, MA
- $70,850 - $97,650 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Project management
- University
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Resource Management Librarian
Boston College —Chestnut Hill, MA
- $78,100 - $97,650 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- University
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Adult Services Librarian
Town of Marblehead —Marblehead, MA
- $1,204.64 - $1,469.66 a week
- Full-time
- Management
- Research
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Children's Librarian
Town of Marblehead —Marblehead, MA
- $1,204.64 - $1,469.66 a week
- Weekends as needed
- 5 years
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- Health insurance
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ECAD Librarian
Zuken USA Inc —Westford, MA
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Office
- In-person
- Electrical Engineering
- Paid time off
- Employee assistance program
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Head Librarian, Educational Resource Center
Boston College —Chestnut Hill, MA
- $95,100 - $118,900 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 3 years
- University
- Mentoring
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
11d
Sunday Manager
City of Cambridge, MA —Cambridge, MA
- $49.28 - $59.08 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Master's degree
Science Librarian
Wellesley College —Wellesley, MA
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Free parking
- Disability insurance
University Librarian, Boston University Libraries
Boston University —Boston, MA
- University
- Recruiting
- Senior level
Acquisitions and Resource Management Librarian
Wellesley College —Wellesley, MA
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Free parking
- Disability insurance
Head of Library Experience, Boston University Libraries
Boston University —Boston, MA
- 5 years
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
10d
Branch Librarian I
City of Boston —Dorchester, MA
- $75,897.18 - $98,483.73 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- 4 years
Librarian
Harvard Divinity School —Cambridge, MA
- 8 years
- University
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
Branch Manager - Collins Branch
City of Cambridge, MA —Cambridge, MA
- $41.35 - $47.04 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Merchandising
- English
- Office
Collections Librarian
Harvard Graduate School of Education —Cambridge, MA
- $90,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Oracle
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Social Sciences Collections and GIS Librarian
Wellesley College —Wellesley, MA
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Free parking
- Disability insurance
Senior Research Librarian
Cornerstone Research —Boston, MA
- $93,300 - $128,500 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Microsoft Office
- Training & development
- Paid time off
- Parental leave

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Librarian II - Collection Services

Town of Brookline -
Brookline, MA

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Job Details

Full-time
$34.19 an hour

Qualifications

Mid-level
3 years
Resource Description & Access
Communication skills

Full Job Description

The Public Library of Brookline is seeking a highly skilled, motivated and patron-focused Librarian to join our team in the Collection Services department at the Public Library of Brookline. This position involves performing administrative, direct service, and professional work in classifying, cataloging, and processing print and non-print materials for the library. The Librarian II – Collection Services will be responsible for processing and maintaining the Library’s “Library of Things” collection.

The Librarian II - Collection Services performs a wide variety of tasks which may include but not be limited to:

Processes and catalogs library materials. Verifies cataloging and classifies all types of library materials for the general collection, including world languages and library of things. Attaches barcodes and branch designations to library materials. Develops one or more collections; evaluates patron recommendations, selects new materials and shares this information electronically with other staff; replaces older or damaged materials; determines which materials are no longer needed based on professional criteria. Maintains budget for collection. Reads professional reviews from various sources.
Verifies that item records will be attached to the correct bibliographic records.
Exchanges materials and information with the Minuteman Library Network (MLN) centralized cataloging department.
Works with MLN to ensure the library complies with network lending agreements and metadata standards.
Prepares continuations, adding, withdrawing, and transferring items which are standing orders and come annually or more frequently.
Searches OCLC to find a matching record for specialized collections and then creates brief records in database and classifies. Checks in and distributes items from processing. Assigns and reviews work of Library Assistants and volunteers. Exchanges materials and information with the MLN centralized cataloging department. Reclassifies specific areas of collections to bring in line with Library of Congress and Dewey Decimal System. Does original cataloging of Brookline Room materials, and creates brief records in MLN database, when needed.
Handles serials record maintenance and cataloging for Reference Department staff and library branches.
Train and provide limited supervision to employees and/or volunteers in various tasks. Provides information and assistance to library patrons as necessary. May be assigned to reference or other public service desk as needed. Changes or delete records in foreign language databases as needed. Performs similar or related work as required.
Serves as Person in Charge as assigned. Has sole charge of the building and all staff working at that particular time/day.

Qualifications:

Master's of Library and Information Science degree, supplemented by additional training in library technology, and two -three years of experience in library operations is required. Familiarity with Dewey classification, AACR, Resource Description and Access (RDA), descriptive cataloging practices, authority control, and serial control. Knowledge of foreign languages in Spanish, Chinese, or Russian is highly desired. Familiarity with Dewey classification, OCLC MARC records. Must have excellent communication skills.

At the Public Library of Brookline, we offer a collaborative and supportive work environment where you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact in the community. We value diversity and inclusion, and we encourage qualified individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Starting Salary: $34.19 hourly (37 hours weekly) with great benefits. Please apply with resume and cover letter by July 24, 2026

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librarian jobs in brookline, ma

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Librarian II – Reference/Programming

Assistant Librarian of Digital Humanities

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Resource Management Librarian

Adult Services Librarian

Children's Librarian

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Science Librarian

University Librarian, Boston University Libraries

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