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The Westwood Public Library seeks courteous and enthusiastic candidates for the position of Substitute Library Assistant. We are seeking collegial, energetic team players who thrive in an inviting and engaging environment. This position will primarily provide library services at both the Main and Islington Branch Library. Hours may vary from week to week and shifts may include mornings, afternoons, evenings, and/or weekends.Duties include but are not limited to the following: Ensures a positive library experience for all patrons by delivering service in a courteous, confidential, knowledgeable, and effective manner. Performs circulation duties, including registering and processing library cards. Frequently assists with automated returns and self-checkouts of materials; shelves returned ite ...

The Memorial and Library Association of Westerly seeks an innovative, engaged, energetic, and customer-oriented professional for the Head of Public Services position at this busy, progressive organization. The Head of Public Services works with the Executive Director and Assistant Director to provide extraordinary service to the communities of Westerly, RI and Stonington, CT. The Head of Public Services is responsible for the supervision, coordination, and support of all circulation and public technology service functions. This position manages complex customer service issues and anticipates the needs and wants of patrons. This department leads the patron experience through exceptional service and quality public relations. ...

Assists the Coordinator of Technology or other Library staff with the management of computer hardware and software, assists and instructs patrons on the use of computers, self-checks, copiers, facsimile machines or any other equipment provided by the library. Performs duties of a library aide.Registers patrons for library cards.Checks library materials in and out using on-line circulation system.Assists the public by providing information on library policies, and educating them on the use of technology, especially self-checkout equipment, copiers and facsimile machines.Assists staff with the use of hardware and software.Assists with the set-up of hardware and software.Collects fines and other fees.Searches stacks for materials that are claimed lost or returned.Cleans materials, such as tec ...

BiblioTemps® is an employment service of theMassachusetts Library Systemthat provides experienced library workers for temporary placements in public, academic, and special libraries throughout Massachusetts.Title: Archives Research & Reference AssistantLocation: Baker Library, Harvard Business School (Boston, MA)Start date: As soon as possibleEnd date: July 15, 2024Schedule: Monday – Friday 9AM – 5PMPay Rate: $20.75 - $24.00 per hour, based on experienceCORI: RequiredDescription:Reporting to the Senior HBS Archivist, Baker Library Special Collections and Archives seeks an experienced Research & Reference Assistant to identify archival and printed materials, primarily from the HBS Archives, to support ongoing research and reference projects. The ...

The Coventry Public Library Board of Trustees seeks an enthusiastic, energetic, community focused individual to serve as Library Director. Coventry is a town of approximately 36,000 residents. The library system, which is a municipal department, is composed of a main library that shares a building with the Coventry Town Hall and a branch, the Greene Library, located in the rural, western portion of town. The staff is comprised of seven full-time employees and 24 part-time employees. The Coventry Library is also home to Literacy Volunteers of Kent County, a non-profit adult literacy program that trains tutors to help both ELL and BL students improve their English reading, writing and speaking skills.Working under the general direction of the Board of Trustees and the Town Manager, the Libra ...

The University of Rhode Island's University Libraries seeks a full-time Information Services Technician I.The regular work schedule for this position is Sunday through Thursday, 4:30pm to 12:30am.During the summer & Spring Break & Winter Intersession - that schedule is subject to change.Under the direction of the Robert L. Carothers Library's Head of Access Services, the Information Services Technician I will provide assistance to library users and respond to a wide variety of user needs at the Circulation Desk.The Information Services Technician I, in conjunction with other full-time staff, is also responsible for the training and supervision of student employees.WORK HOURS AND DAYS OFF WILL VARY DURING ACCORDING TO WORKLOAD AND WINTER INTERCESSION, SPRING BREAK, AND THE SUMMER SE ...

LIBRARY ASSISTANT/CIRCULATIONROGERS FREE LIBRARYBRISTOL, RHODE ISLAND$15.92/hourRogers Free Library seeks to fill one part-time position at the Circulation Desk. These positions work under the direct supervision of the Collections and Circulation Librarian and will serve patrons in the library. Positions are needed to fill a combination of Saturday, daytime, and evening hours. The hours required will be Wednesdays from 1-8PM, Thursdays from 5-8PM and variable Saturday hours. At least two to three Saturdays per month are required. Some additional hours may be available for fill-in coverage when other staff are absent. Tasks of position include: Complete circulation duties in the ILS system including checking materials in/out, registering patrons for cards, locating materials online and in t ...

Join our team! At Springfield (MA) City Library, we are Welcoming, Trusted, Connected, and Innovative. Apply for our Library Branch Manager position and come help us achieve this vision when you lead the teams of two branches. Learn more here, and apply by Wednesday, April 17 at 11:59 pm Eastern time.The Brightwood Branch Library is very busy with school group visits throughout the day. Co-located with a middle school, neighbors include two elementary schools, including a newly-constructed one. The Branch is located in the heart of the neighborhood, and staff work closely with many non-profit organizations, civic groups, and residents to provide, in partnership with the community, for their informational, educational, and leisure needs. The very large community room is undergoing an upgrad ...

The Member Services Librarian helps provide technical and user support to librarians in member school libraries. They report to the RILINK Coordinator and work as a team with the Coordinator and other Members Services Librarians to promote RILINK services and resources. ...

The Rhode Island Library Information Network for Kids (RILINK) is seeking a Coordinator. The RILINK Coordinator is responsible for overall services to the member libraries and librarians and for budgeting, billing, and planning. They represent RILINK in the library and education communities. They supervise and support the RILINK Member Services Librarians. ...

INFORMATION SERVICES LIBRARIAN (PT18 hr/wk)Every week: Mon 9-3 and Fri 10-4Alternating: Tues 12-6 with Sat 10-4This position reports to the Senior Information Services Librarian and is responsible for providing responsive and effective circulation and research support across all aspects of Information Services operations. A key role on the library’s information services team, this position is accountable for activities related to both Circulation and Reference operations within Technology & Information Services Department, including borrower services, interlibrary loan, collection development, reference, instruction, and outreach. The incumbent is expected to deliver point-of-need assistance to library customers and visitors, including technology support and troubleshooting in a fast ...

This part time position involves checking in/out library materials, helping patrons find materials, processing library cards, and providing reader advisory in the adult department. This position requires attention to detail and excellent customer service skills. High school diploma (or equivalent) and computer literacy are required.The hours are Tuesday & Wednesday 9 AM to 5 PM, and Thursday 10 AM to 6 PM and some Saturdays. ...

Taft’s reference librarian plays a crucial role in providing comprehensive information literacy, research, and information services to the community. Their expertise will be instrumental in assisting individuals in navigating and utilizing a diverse range of information resources. As a member of the library team, the reference librarian will contribute to developing an environment that promotes learning, curiosity, and digital literacy skills.Responsibilities Include:Provides students and faculty with research assistance and instruction and support.Prepares and posts online course guides utilizing LibGuides.Partners with teachers and the Instruction and Innovation Librarian to design, schedule, and deliver appropriate library instruction and course materials.Collaborates with the Directo ...

Library Assistants are responsible for circulation services of the library. This is a para-professional part-time position. Scheduling includes days, evenings and rotating Saturdays. Excellent customer services skills and the ability to perform duties effectively are required. The position is under the direct supervision of the Director. ...

BiblioTemps® is an employment service of theMassachusetts Library System that provides experienced library workers for temporary placements in public, academic, and special libraries throughout Massachusetts.Title: Repository Collection Metadata AnalystLocation: The Five College Library Repository Collection (Remote - New England Residents Only)Start date: April 22, 2024End date: October 22, 2024Schedule: 35 hours per week, Monday – FridayPay Rate: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour, based on experienceCORI: RequiredDescription:The Five College Libraries operate as a shared ecosystem, collectively providing approximately ten million items (and counting) to the faculty, students, staff, and local communities of Amherst, Mount Holyoke, Smith, and Hampshire Colleges and the Univers ...

The Acushnet Public Library is seeking a friendly, detail-oriented, public service-minded individual to join our team. This position will support programming, collection development and the daily operation of a busy Children’s Room. The ideal candidate will have experience working with youth of all ages and have strong organizational and interpersonal skills.Under the supervision of the Library Director, the Children’s Room Assistant will be responsible for the following:Provide reference and reader’s advisory to patrons of all ages, with a primary focus on youth from birth through the 6th grade.Present story times, craft programs and other youth servicesAssist with collection development and cataloging/processingAssist patrons in the use of databases, as well as other online resourc ...

ResponsibilitiesProvide leadership for management of the library’s electronic resources, which includes managing the selection, acquisition, cataloging/preservation, and assessment of resources in all formats.• Collaborate with the Dean of the Library to manage the annual e-resources materials budget and information resources expenditures.• Work with publishers and vendors to negotiate and maintain electronic resource licenses and contracts, manage database subscriptions, purchase orders, and electronic licensing agreements; resolve related problems as needed.• Work with library colleagues to set e-resources policies, workflows, and procedures.• Collaborate with other librarians to provide expert advice to the library and campus on online information resources.• Evaluate and re ...

Essential Functions· Prepares, coordinates, and submits the annual library budget proposal for review by Board and participates in its presentation to local officials.· Train, supervise and recommend discipline for employees, coordinate and delegate workloads and work schedules, evaluate work performance and maintain high standards of library service. Work closely with Board when proposing changes in staff.· Plans and conducts regular staff meetings, oversees staff training.· Maintains a functional understanding of all operations.· Helps prepare Board meeting agendas and necessary reports in cooperation with the Library Board chairs. Posts meetings, agendas and minutes on the Secretary of State website.· Directs and supervises the maintenance of the library building and grounds. Work ...

The Pawtucket Public Library is seeking to hire a part-time Adult Services Librarian whose responsibilities include assisting adult and teen library users at the Reference Desk, planning and presenting programs for adults, advertising programs and services, representing the library in the community and participating in ongoing educational opportunities. The applicant should have a strong service oriented philosophy to work in a busy public library that serves a multi-ethnic community. Examples of current programs are Adult LGBTQ+, Spanish and Adult Book Clubs, Adult Summer Reading Program, Writers’ Workshops, Author Talks, and Craft Workshops. Hours: Monday and Wednesday 3 pm to 9 pm and alternate Friday/Saturdays 9 am to 5 pm. Must have received a degree within six months of start date ...

The Library Director at the NWC plays a multifaceted role. The Director reports to the Provost via the Associate Provost for Academic Services and will collaborate with senior leadership, ensuring the Library's goals align with the College's vision while fostering innovation, excellence, and a culture of continuous improvement. The Director manages personnel by promoting teamwork, overseeing recruitment, and emphasizing professional growth, diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Director handles budgetary concerns, manages the Main and Classified Library collections, and ensures operational excellence by integrating library functions with the broader NWC community and optimizing space and resources. The Director stays updated with industry trends, sharing insights with the NWC community; co ...

Plans, organizes, directs, and evaluates day-to-day aspects of municipal library services to ensure the highest quality of service to the Westport community, population 16,339. Prepares annual budget, develops and implements grants with Library Trustees, and completes MBLC annual reports for State Aid and certification. Evaluates operations and activities of the library, plans for future needs, develops library collections and services and adopts and implements new services. Advocates for the library speaking before community, civic, and other groups about library services. Develops staff job descriptions, recommends and administers personnel policies involving hiring, evaluating, promoting, and terminating staff. Supervises the care and maintenance of the library building and grounds, inc ...

The Board of Trustees of the Topsham Public Library (TPL) is accepting applications for a dynamic and enthusiastic Library Director. The Director will work with and lead an outstanding staff and group of volunteers, building upon the Library's accomplishments and establishing innovative and creative programming to meet the needs of the community. The successful candidate will hold a Masters in Library Science (MLS) from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited degree program. Experience in library management, budgeting, development and grant writing is preferred. TPL is a 501c3 non-profit library which receives 85% of its funding from the Town of Topsham. The Director works closely with Town Departments and Town Management, although the Library is independently run.The Director wil ...

Library Technician II (Public Service)Duties and Responsibilities- Welcomes patrons, checks in/out material, collects overdue fines, shelves and retrieves books, answers phone, handles the routing of library materials to and from other libraries, issues library cards and assists patrons. Basic computer skills including searching and use of the computer catalog. The ability to communicate effectively with the public and colleagues. Must be team-oriented, able to multi-task, be flexible and motivated. Previous employment in the public services department of a public library a plus.35 hour a week position, includes some evenings and every other weekend. May require lifting, walking and standing for extended periods of time. Includes benefits, $17.47 an hour, after 180 day probationary period ...

Statement of Duties: Works under the general supervision of the Coordinator of Youth Services, provides excellent customer service to library patrons of all ages. Provides support to the children’s and teen librarians. Performs related tasks as required or assigned. Duties include:- Determines availability of materials by using the catalog.- Assists with collection maintenance including shelving, shelf reading, repairs and weeding.- Performs a variety of tasks to assist colleagues creating book displays.- Prepares crafts and other programming essentials for librarians.- Prints, makes copies, and replenishes book lists and promotional materials.- Helps keep the children’s library clean and tidy to include straightening furniture and play areas.- Answers directional inquiries, provides b ...

The Davisville Free Library is seeking a part-time Library Associate. Duties will include providing reference service to the public, staffing the circulation desk, instructing patrons in the use of technology, opening and/or closing the library, managing volunteers/pages, assisting with programming, and other tasks as assigned. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in all aspects of library services.Will include some Saturday and evening hours, approximately 9-14 hours/week. Hourly rate is $17/hr.Qualified candidates should have:Ability to work effectively with staff and the public in a professional mannerAbility and willingness to be flexibleAbility to lift and move materials and furniture and to go up/down a flight of stairs, as necessaryProficiency with Windows, Microsoft ...

The Johnson & Wales University Library is seeking a reference professional to join our collegial and creative team. This position is currently an academic-year role on the Downcity Campus. This librarian will primarily: Guide and support students and other library patrons regarding best practices for information discovery, retrieval and useSchedule, customize and provide classroom instruction on information literacyDevelop online guides and video tutorials on information literacy skills and optimal use of library resources and servicesServe as collection development specialist and faculty liaison for assigned subject areas within the JWU curriculum and in preparation for new curriculum offeringsProvide reference and publishing support for individual faculty scholarship and research pro ...

The Camden Public Library Board of Trustees seeks an Executive Director to replace its retiring long-term Executive Director, who has admirably led this Maine library since 2008.Thanks to benefactor Mary Louise Curtis Bok, the Camden Public Library, situated on the hill at the head of Camden Harbor, opened on June 11, 1928. A significant expansion, the Centennial Wing, completed in September 1996, now houses the stacks and includes a busy community meeting space and a large, light and airy Children’s Room with a very special attached Children’s Garden. This expansion allowed the original library building to be restored as a Reading Room stocked with a wide assortment of periodicals and newspapers, and furnished with tables and chairs for quiet reading. The History Center holds a large ...

BiblioTemps® is an employment service of the Massachusetts Library System that provides experienced library workers for temporary placements in public, academic, and special libraries throughout Massachusetts.Title: Science & Engineering LibrarianLocation: Science & Engineering Library – UMass Amherst Amherst, MAStart date: As soon as possibleEnd date: May 17, 2024Schedule: Monday – Friday 9 AM – 5 PMPay Rate: $20.75 - $24.00 per hour, based on experienceCORI: Not requiredDescription:This full-time (37.5 hours per week), temporary position will provide general and advanced reference and research assistance for undergraduates, graduates and faculty in the College of Natural Sciences and support activities in the Science and Engineerin ...

The Jesse M. Smith Library has an opening for a reference library assistant. This position provides direct reference services to patrons. Responsibilities include answering patron reference questions in person and via email, phone or mail, assisting in processing interlibrary loan requests, providing reader’s advisory and digital literacy services to the public, and assisting in the development of programming.This is an 18 hour per week part time position with no benefits. 1 night shift, 1 morning shift and alternating Friday/Saturday are required.A high school diploma or equivalency is required. A college degree is preferred. Candidates should possess the ability to work independently, exemplary customer service skills, organizational skills, attention to detail, good communications ski ...

Job SummaryThe Community College of RI is currently seeking part-time, reference librarians to provide library services to students during the evenings and weekends. Under the supervision of the head of reference, part-time librarians will provide reference and instruction services as requested, and will participate in the development and management of resources used to support these activities. Work schedule will be primarily evenings, but there may be occasional opportunities for day and weekend coverage.Duties and ResponsibilitiesAssisting patrons at the reference desk.Instructing library patrons in the use of the online catalog, periodical databases, other library resources, and the Internet.Answering phone/on-line chat reference questions.Maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of the ref ...