Description

The Washington County Free Library (WCFL) is seeking a detail-oriented professional to support system-wide collection management and technical services operations. This role supports the processing, maintenance, and accuracy of library materials and records, ensuring efficient behind-the-scenes operations that directly impact access to library resources.

Key responsibilities include receiving, processing, and maintaining library materials, performing copy cataloging, and ensuring data accuracy across systems. The ability to perform copy cataloging with minimal assistance is required for success in this role.

About WCFL

Located in Western Maryland, in the tri-state area where Maryland, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania meet, WCFL is a rapidly developing system dedicated to building a strong and vibrant community. By facilitating the public’s freedom to explore, learn, and transform, WCFL connects people to ideas and resources and to each other, helping to foster individual and community growth. 

Location: Fletcher Branch (Hagerstown) of the Washington County Free Library. 

Hours: Full-time (nonexempt); normal Monday-Friday schedule, but varied days and hours during WCFL’s regular operating schedule are possible; position subject to system-wide reassignment.

Salary range: Anticipated hiring rate will be $17.64/hour; benefits provided.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Opens incoming shipments and verifies accuracy of packing lists and invoices.
• Receives shipments of materials using the Polaris catalog system.
• Creates and modifies item records in the Library catalog, and imports and edits bibliographic records (copy cataloging).
• Processes invoices to authorize payment and updates Polaris records.
• Resolves questions, exceptions, and problems to ensure accuracy of records.
• Physically processes books and media.
• Laminates books, as needed.
• Assists with inventory system wide.
• Repairs damaged library materials, working with the other staff and selectors to determine importance of items and need for repair or replacement.
• Assists with system-wide weeding under the direction of the Head of Collection Development and the Assistant Head of Collection Management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities:

• Attention to detail.
• Ability to exercise independent judgement.
• Willingness and ability to be flexible in moving from task to task as required.
• Ability to juggle multiple things at once and prioritize accordingly.
• Ability to work in an environment with multiple distractions.
• Skill and experience in problem-solving and ability to think outside the box.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to changes.
• Ability to physically handle books, DVDs, and other library materials, to pack and unpack boxes, and to push loaded book carts with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to effectively access and utilize WCFL's computerized systems to adequately perform the assigned job duties.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• High School graduate (or GED).
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record required; must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Experience with copy cataloging or Technical Services work in a library setting preferred.

Total Compensation Package

WCFL offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how much we value our employees. The following is what you can expect as a full-time, benefited Washington County Free Library employee:

• 15-25 days of annual Vacation Leave, based on years of service.
• 6 paid Personal Days per year.
• 8 hours of Sick Leave per month, unlimited annual carryover. 
• 14 paid holidays.
• Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks paid, 6 weeks unpaid).
• Comprehensive Health Insurance Plan, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Library paid Life Insurance benefit.
• Library paid Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance.
• Library paid Short-Term Disability Insurance.
• Library paid Long-Term Insurance.
• State and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan (Maryland Teachers Retirement System).
• Vested after 10 years of service.
• Credit for prior active military service and unused paid Sick Days.
• Eligible to participate in 457b Deferred Compensation Program.
• Eligible for paid training for library and industry specific workshops and courses.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.
• Work/Life balance programs through the Employee Assistance Program.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program for select degrees.
• Ability to purchase books and media for personal use at a discounted rate.

To apply: 

Interested candidates should apply directly through Indeed. Applications received by Monday, 10:00 a.m. April 9, 2026, will be given first consideration.

The Washington County Free Library recognizes the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants, and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to the Washington County Free Library today.