Assistant Librarian Part Time

The Peabody Institute Library of Danvers welcomes applications for the part-time non-benefitted position of Assistant Librarian. The Town of Danvers is a reputable Town on the North Shore providing a supportive and welcoming environment for Town staff including a commitment to professional development and policies to support a healthy work/life balance. The Assistant Librarian provides direct service to patrons throughout the Library and perform circulation reference and youth services work as well as other duties as assigned.

The Peabody Institute Library will consider any combination of relevant work experience volunteering education and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item in the qualification section of the job description is labeled required. Desired qualifications include any combination of: Associates degree or Bachelors Degree required; library experience preferred strong technology skills required and successful completion of Criminal Offender Record Check (CORI) background check.

Schedule:Tuesday 5pm-8pm Wednesday 5pm-8pm Thursday 5pm-8pm andSaturday: 10am-5pm.

This is a part-time non-benefitted position salary starting at $21.87/hr. with the ability to move through the scale (via step system) to the max at $31.05/hr. Hiring range DOQ.

To apply please send a Town application resume and cover letter to the Human Resources Department Town Hall 1 Sylvan Street Danvers MA 01923 by email to or you can apply directly on this page. Applications will be accepted until position is filled with preference given to applications received by November 17 2026.

The Town of Danvers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available for your reference.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact us at or ext. 3030 in advance to request assistance.