Vacancy No. 25-241-3
Title of Position: Librarian I – Reference Librarian
Salary Range: $28.30/hr - $36.72/hr
Part time – 19 hours per week
Work Schedule will include nights and weekends
Date Posted: August 29, 2025
Deadline for Applying: September 15, 2025
Remarks: This is an Unclassified/Exempt Hourly Position
Statement of Duties: Under the general supervision of Coordinator of Adult Services, the Librarian I-Reference performs duties pertaining to adult services including patron assistance, planning and presentation of programs, and collection development.
Duties may include:
• Answers in-person, telephone and e-mail questions; assisting with teen services.
• Helps patrons select and locate materials.
• Provides reference and reader’s advisory service to middle and high school students, college students and out-of-school adults.
• Develops, plans and conducts programs for adults.
• Keeps current regarding trends in reference services.
• Attends meetings and participates in professional library organizations.
• Conducts class tours for middle and high school classes.
• Provides bibliographic instruction and gives book talks and reviews.
• Evaluates and manages current collection by applying collection development methods and techniques.
• Selects materials for branch libraries.
• Develops and prepares bibliographies, maintains various files and maintains webpage.
• Plans and arranges displays.
• Supervises paraprofessional and clerical staff.
• Assumes responsibility for the department in the absence of the department head.
• Performs additional related duties as required.
Education & Experience: Master’s degree (M.A.) in Library Science from an ALA-accredited library school or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Special Note: Applicants will be subject to a background criminal check prior to employment. Negative findings may prevent applicants from being considered.
The City of Warwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Warwick offers a robust menu of employer provided benefits to include individual and family health and dental insurance; paid time off to include holidays, vacation, personal time and sick leave; pension, life insurance, and optional, supplemental retirement plans.
https://www.warwickri.gov/personnel-department/webforms/submit-application-or-resume