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Library Associate

East Smithfield Public Library

50 Esmond St., Smithfield, RI

Looking for a customer service oriented, friendly, engaging person to work our main circulation desk. Main tasks include all circulation desk duties, including, but not limited to: checking materials in/out, registering patrons for library cards and programs, reader’s advisory, placing and filling holds, assisting patrons in using online and in house resources and some reference help. Love of books a plus. 5 hours every other Friday and Saturday required. Responsible for opening and closing the library on Saturday after training period. Other 5 hours as necessary to fill in for planned staff PTO days. Average hours per week 10. Salary $15.00 per hour. Associate Degree preferred. Preference given to candidates with previous library experience, particularly with Koha/Aspen. Excellent compu ...

Apply By Oct 24th, 2023
$15.00 per Hour Calculate Wages for this Job
MLS Not Required
Smithfield, RI

Assistant Director/Technology Coordinator

Cumberland Public Library

Cumberland, RI

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR/TECHNOLOGY COORDINATORNATURE OF WORKThis is responsible administrative and professional library work in the direction of all activities at the town library facilities.An employee in this class assists the Director and staff in providing the best possible library service to patrons and, in the absence of the Library Director, assumes responsibility for the operation and maintenance of the town library. Work includes the supervision of all library employees, the implementation of operating procedures in accordance with professional standards of library administration, and carrying out responsibilities within policy directives of the Board of Trustees.In addition, an employee in this class serves as systems coordinator for new technologies in the library, including assistan ...

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$71,155.81 to $74,000.00 per Year Calculate Wages for this Job
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Cumberland, RI

Librarian II – Coordinator of Adult Services

Warwick Public Library

Plans, organizes, directs and manages Library Adult Services; participates inshort and long range planning; engages in community outreach and coordinates activities with other librarydepartments. Provides the leadership necessary to develop and implement reference services, outreach,collection development, instruction services and kindred library initiatives. Duties include:Develops and interprets Adult Services policies and procedures.Coordinates planning and service delivery for the department and in collaboration with other librarydepartments.Directs the daily operations of the Reference Department to ensure the highest quality service.Confers and collaborates with colleagues to develop and monitor collections development for the adultreference and circulating collections.Participates i ...

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$60,109.00 to $78,019.00 per Year Calculate Wages for this Job
MLS Required
Warwick, RI

Reference Librarian

Johnson & Wales University

Providence, RI

Essential Job FunctionsGuides and supports students and other library patrons regarding best practices for information discovery, retrieval and useSchedules, customizes and provides classroom instruction on information literacyDevelops print and online guides and video tutorials on information literacy skills and optimal use of library resources and servicesServes as collection development specialist and faculty liaison for assigned subject areas within the JWU curriculum and in preparation for new curriculum offeringsProvides reference and publishing support for individual faculty scholarship and research projectsAssists in planning and maintaining the organization of library resourcesParticipates in, and presents at, professional conferences, and collaborates with other library professio ...

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Wages Not Specified
MLS Preferred
Providence, RI

Reference Librarian (Temporary)

Johnson & Wales University

Providence, RI

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Wages Not Specified
MLS Preferred
Providence, RI

Part Time Youth Services Librarian

City of East Providence

East Providence, RI

The East Providence Public Library is seeking a Youth Services Librarian who has a passion for working with children and families. Under the general direction of the Youth Service Coordinator, this position provides information services, technology help and reader’s advisory to children and families at Weaver Library and occasionally at branch locations. ...

Apply By Oct 11th, 2023
Wages Not Specified
MLS Not Specified
East Providence, RI

Associate Archivist

Tomaquag Indian Memorial Museum

Exeter, Rhode Island

Position Title: Associate ArchivistClassification: Full-time, hourlySupervisor: Collections & Archive ManagerSalary: $19.50/hour, plus benefits, 37.5 hours/weekTerm: 2 year grant-funded position; continuance contingent on funding.Position Summary:The Tomaquag Museum archive is home to a unique collection of cultural documentation representing the history and culture of tribal communities of Southern New England. The Associate Archivist will be entrusted with supporting the preservation and expansion of this valuable archival library.Duties and Responsibilities:Assists in furthering the mission of the Tomaquag MuseumCreate, implement, and uphold the policies and procedures of the Library and Archives arrangementCarries out day-to-day archival practices, policies, and procedures and the ...

Apply By Sep 29th, 2023
$19.50 to $20.00 per Hour Calculate Wages for this Job
MLS Required
Exeter, RI

¾ Part-time Adult Services Librarian

George Hail Free Library

Warren, RI

The Adult Services Librarian is responsible for the planning and operation of all services for adults. Duties also include assisting with collection development, marketing and programming for adults. ...

Apply By Oct 9th, 2023
$31,200.00 to $35,100.00 per Year Calculate Wages for this Job
MLS Required
Warren, RI

Library Assistant

Town of Johnston

Marian J. Mohr Memorial Library

Library Assistant, Part-Time (up to 19 hrs. per week, min. wage, no benefits) The staff of the Mohr Library offer excellent customer service to help people make the best use of the public library system. Library Assistants put books away and help to keep the library in good order. They direct patrons to specific places and items in the library and refer them to other personnel as appropriate. Library assistants may be stationed at service desks and may help patrons to borrow materials and use various library services. They learn to use the library’s computer and manual systems to support day-to-day operations. Duties may involve the following. Have or acquire a working knowledge of routine operations of the library’s automated system for checking out materials to patrons, processing re ...

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$13.00 per Hour Calculate Wages for this Job
MLS Not Required
Johnston, RI

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Children's Librarian

Springfield City Library

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The Springfield City Library seeks applications for a full-time Children's Librarian in the Children's Room. The Central Library is the heart of our busy library system. Come work at our forward-looking, award-winning public library. We are recruiting talented, community-engaged candidates for this full-time, 37.5 hours a week job.The Children's Librarian is part of a four person team and is responsible for collection development of print and non-print materials, programming, reference services, outreach, community engagement, and similar duties pertaining to children’s services, and assisting in developing and providing system-wide children’s services. Work is performed under the direction of the Children's Services Supervisor and the Adult &Youth Information Services Manager. App ...

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Communications Manager

Massachusetts Library System

Marlborough or Northampton, MA

The Massachusetts Library System (MLS) is looking to hire an experienced Communications Manager to lead our communications and marketing efforts. This is a full time (37.5 hours per week) exempt position, based out of either our Marlborough or Northampton, MA office.Visit our website for the full position description: https://masslibsystem.org/blog/2023/09/27/opening-for-communications-manager/.Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume and three references to: employment@masslibsystem.org (please put "Communications Manager" in the subject line). The deadline to apply is October 17 (Tuesday), 2023.PositionReporting directly to the MLS Consulting and Training Services Director, the Communications Manager is responsible for creating a robust marketing system to support the Mas ...

Apply By Oct 17th, 2023
$59,777.00 to $83,692.00 per Year Calculate Wages for this Job
MLS Not Required
Marlborough, MA

Librarian III- Head of Youth and Community Services

City of Keene, NH

Keene, NH

The Keene Public Library is seeking a library professional to join their team as a full-time Librarian III- Head of Youth and Community Services! The Keene Public Library is a cherished community resource for the City and one of New Hampshire’s foremost public libraries. The Library has an active and supportive Board of Trustees and community, as well as dedicated staff and volunteers, who all contribute to a stimulating and positive work environment!Position SummaryThe Librarian III provides professional leadership and supervision of the Youth Department (Children’s and Teen Services), as well as programming and community engagement activities for all ages. This requires developing community partnerships to promote and support initiative programs and services that meet the current and ...

Apply By Oct 1st, 2023
$68,004.00 to $84,745.00 per Year Calculate Wages for this Job
MLS Required
Keene, NH

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Librarian I, Youth Services

Seekonk Public Library

Seekonk, MA

Duties/Description: Librarian I’s provide professional services and other forms of assistance directly to patrons of all ages. Duties include providing professional services in the areas of reference, collection development, and programming for children, library instruction, technology support, and other tasks needed to provide core library services to their clientele. Librarian I’s assess user needs and design appropriate programs and services to meet those needs. Librarian I’s are expected to monitor expenditures, collect relevant data, evaluate program performance and deliver reports as required for programs and services within their assigned areas. Librarian I’s may be required to occasionally perform other duties outside their assigned areas when necessary to maintain the effe ...

Apply By Oct 20th, 2023
$26.76 per Hour Calculate Wages for this Job
MLS Required
Seekonk, MA

Library Associate

East Smithfield Public Library

50 Esmond St., Smithfield, RI

Apply By Oct 24th, 2023
$15.00 per Hour Calculate Wages for this Job
MLS Not Required
Smithfield, RI

Reference Librarian

Johnson & Wales University

Providence, RI

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Wages Not Specified
MLS Preferred
Providence, RI

Reference Librarian (Temporary)

Johnson & Wales University

Providence, RI

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Wages Not Specified
MLS Preferred
Providence, RI

Part Time Youth Services Librarian

City of East Providence

East Providence, RI

Apply By Oct 11th, 2023
Wages Not Specified
MLS Not Specified
East Providence, RI

Library Technician II

Acushnet Public Library

Acushnet, MA

DESCRIPTION:Under general supervision from the Library Director and/or Patron Services Supervisor, the Library Technician II is responsible for providing general circulation services to the public in a courteous manner and in accordance with Library policies and procedures. Duties include library work of a technical and routine nature requiring knowledge of existing policies and procedures, good judgment and common sense. Circulation duties require constant interaction with library patrons, in person, and over the telephone, and require excellent customer service skills. The Library Technician II also performs some specialized collection maintenance tasks that require attention to detail and accuracy.(Other tasks, projects and duties as assigned.)ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:· Staffing the Circula ...

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$18.35 per Hour Calculate Wages for this Job
MLS Not Required
Acushnet, MA

Associate Archivist

Tomaquag Indian Memorial Museum

Exeter, Rhode Island

Apply By Sep 29th, 2023
$19.50 to $20.00 per Hour Calculate Wages for this Job
MLS Required
Exeter, RI

Cataloging Specialist

Amherst College

Amherst, MA

The Cataloging Specialist supports the research and coursework of students and faculty by describing and providing access to diverse, inclusive, and accessible resources in the Library’s print and online collections; works closely with the Cataloging & Metadata Librarian to ensure timely turnaround, efficient workflows and high quality service for acquired materials; trains and supervises student processing assistants; participates fully as a member of the Collection Management department, including collaborating on departmental workflows. ...

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$22.00 per Hour Calculate Wages for this Job
MLS Not Required
Amherst, MA

Weekend Library Assistant – Part Time

Stonington Free Library

Stonington, CT

Weekend Library Assistant – Part TimeThe Stonington Free Library seeks an enthusiastic and tech-savvy team player with excellent customer service skills and a commitment to the importance of the library in the community. The library is pleased to be open to the public on Saturdays and Sundays and the current opening is a part-time position, one to two weekend shifts per month from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Hourly rate is $15.50. Benefits include sick, holiday and vacation days.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Provide copying, printing, faxing and other technology assistanceHelp manage holds, overdue items and interlibrary loan requests and returnsCheck materials in and outIssue library cardsProvide reference services and reader’s advisoryIntroduce patrons to all library se ...

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MLS Not Specified
Stonington, CT

Library Director

Town of Dighton

Dighton, MA

The Library Director, under the supervision of the Board of Trustees and in accordance with Chapter 78 of the Massachusetts General Laws, will perform administrative, supervisory and technical work in planning and management of all library operations, including but not limited to personnel, budget, collection development, building maintenance, and library operations and services in conformity of the policies established by the Board of Trustees and the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners.The successful candidate will hold a Masters in Library Science (MLS) from an American Library Association accredited school or have library experience while attaining the MLS.The Library Director must possess leadership skills, independent judgment, and initiative in planning and overseeing the m ...

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$65,000.00 per Year Calculate Wages for this Job
MLS Required
Dighton, MA

Library Assistant

Town of Johnston

Marian J. Mohr Memorial Library

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$13.00 per Hour Calculate Wages for this Job
MLS Not Required
Johnston, RI

Cataloging Supervisor

Norton Public Library

Norton MA

This position oversees the preparation, processing and both original and copy cataloging of librarymaterials, is responsible for creation of catalog records and collection maintenance in accordance withprofessional standards, and provides assistance with daily operations of the library including publicservice desk responsibilities. Position reports to the Assistant Director under the supervision of theLibrary Director.DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:● Responsible for maintaining the collection in an organized and orderly fashion● Assists with cataloging supplies ordering● Responsible for museum pass acquisitions and cataloging● Opening and/or closing supervisory tasks one evening a week and some Saturdays● Participates in inspecting and recording of new materials shipments● Process ...

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$47,000.00 per Year Calculate Wages for this Job
MLS Not Required
Norton, MA

Assistant Librarian

Central Connecticut State University

Elihu Burritt Library

[C23-056]Assistant LibrarianElihu Burritt LibraryCentral Connecticut State University’s Elihu Burritt Library seeks applicants who are knowledgeable, resourceful, and service oriented for a full-time, Assistant Librarian position. CCSU Librarians play an integral role in providing an array of library services to our students, faculty and staff.About Elihu Burritt LibraryThe academic focal point of every University community is its library. CCSU’s Elihu Burritt Libraryprovides students with information and materials needed to complete assigned classwork and research. The library provides a comfortable and productive space that allows students to work on assignments and research while having research assistance and library materials at their fingertips.For more information about Central ...

Apply By Sep 30th, 2023
Wages Not Specified
MLS Preferred
New Britain, CT

Donor Relations Manager

Redwood Library & Athenaeum

Newport, RI

Job Summary: The Donor Relations Manager is responsible for the integrity and accuracy of the development database, for the processing of all gifts and acknowledgments, for overseeing and implementing such database applications as input, queries, report generation, donor research, and mailing lists. The manager reconciles financial reporting with the Director of Finance, participates in requirements for the annual audit and generates reports as requested. Essential Duties:Manage DonorPerfect Online fundraising database, including gift entry and acknowledgments, creating and modifying tables, user and mailing lists, merging/purging records, database security and integrityProcess all donations and send acknowledgments in a timely fashion. Establish special communications for donor stewardshi ...

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MLS Not Required
Newport, RI

Library Director

Island Free Library Block Island

Block Island, RI (Town of New Shoreham)

Island Free LibraryLibrary DirectorThe Island Free Library, beloved for its role of literacy and enrichment at the center of island life, is seeking a collaborative full-time Library Director to lead our vibrant team in serving the Block Island community. Working closely with the Board of Trustees, the Director will advance our mission to fulfill our patrons’ informational, cultural, and recreational needs. Our newly renovated building holds our 28,500+ physical collection and is maintained by a staff of 5 full-time and part-time employees. Nationally recognized by Library Journal and the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the Island Free Library proudly serves Block Island’s 1,400 year-round residents, as well as thousands of seasonal visitors each year. Complete Job Descriptio ...

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MLS Required
Block Island, RI

Children's Library Assistant

Jesse M. Smith Memorial Library

Burrillville, RI

Job OpportunityChildren’s Library AssistantThe Jesse M. Smith Library has an opening for a children’s department library assistant. This position provides direct services to children and their families. Responsibilities include answering patron reference questions, providing reader’s advisory, assisting children’s librarians in developing programs for children and their families, providing digital literacy services to the public, and assisting in maintaining juvenile collections.This is an 18 hour per week part time position with no benefits. Some nights and weekends 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, atten ...

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$19.00 per Hour Calculate Wages for this Job
MLS Not Specified
Harrisville, RI

Media Support and Outreach Coordinator

Providence College

Providence, RI

This position provides technology and instructional resources and support for digital media (video, audio, web, etc.) projects, primarily supporting students with faculty-assigned digital media assignments such as videos/documentaries, podcasts, and websites.Majors Duties Include:Respond to student, faculty, and staff media support requests and questions, and maintain in-library media technology and spaces Maintain the loanable media equipment collection, inspect and check-in returned loanable media equipment, and resolve technical and loan issues with in-library and loanable media equipment and software in collaboration with other Library and IT staff, as appropriate.Coordinate and provide classroom digital media instruction, providing in-person or remote instruction on digital media tech ...

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MLS Not Required
Providence, RI