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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Librarian: Children’s Services Department</div>
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Date: July 16, 2026</div>
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Hours: Full-time (35 hours)</div>
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Starting Salary: $18.11/hour; starting compensation depends on qualifications and experience.</div>
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Come join our team! The Barberton Public Library is seeking a dynamic, creative, and enthusiastic individual to provide strong public library services to children, educators, and families in our community. This full-time position offers the opportunity to make
a meaningful impact in our community while working with a dedicated team. The role requires a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.</div>
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ABOUT THE LIBRARY</div>
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Since 1903, the Barberton Public Library has been an essential community asset. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid vacation and sick leave, 12 paid holidays, voluntary health, dental, and life insurance benefits, EAP, and retirement through
the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS). The Library supports continuing education for all staff members.</div>
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JOB RESPONSIBILITIES</div>
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Working closely with the Children’s Services Manager, the Librarian will maintain and promote a collection and programs that support juvenile and family literacy. The successful applicant will have an excellent knowledge of children’s literature and strong
readers’ advisory skills. The Librarian will provide reference and services to children and other customers of all ages, assist in collection development duties, develop and present age-appropriate programs, and perform other duties as needed.</div>
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REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES</div>
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A Master of Library and Information Science degree from an ALA accredited School of Library and Information Science is required. Applicants with 6 credit hours or less towards completion of the MLIS may also be considered. A good working knowledge of classic
and contemporary children’s literature and reference materials is preferred. Experience in a public library or similar setting working with children, children’s resources, and children’s programming is required. Knowledge of the principles of intellectual
freedom as they relate to libraries. Ability to pass a criminal background check and education verification checks. Valid driver’s license, automobile insurance, and reliable personal transportation.</div>
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DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: Open until filled. Initial review of applications will begin on August 10, 2026.</div>
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We encourage interested candidates to apply by submitting a cover letter, resume, and application to employment@barbertonlibrary.org or to Director, Barberton Public Library, 602 West Park Ave., Barberton, OH 44203. Applications are available at
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https://www.barbertonlibrary.org/employment</a>.</div>
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<span style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);">Melissa Futrell | Deputy Fiscal Officer</span></div>
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Barberton Public Library</div>
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602 W. Park Avenue, Barberton, Ohio 44203</div>
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