The Town of Erving, Massachusetts is seeking candidates for the full-time, benefitted position of Library Director. The successful candidate will work to grow community-focused programs and services, both within the Library and with other Town departments. This position works 40 hours per week, year-round. Duties include working in close cooperation with the Board of Library Trustees in directing Library activities, operations, and services and in developing policies, plans, budgets, goals, and reports for the Library; train and supervise Library staff and volunteers; work during library public hours (currently Sunday through Thursday 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM) including responding to requests for assistance, being familiar with processing interlibrary loans, and checking out and shelving books; ...

Ocean State Libraries (OSL) seeks a Cataloging and Training Librarian to join its team. This is an exciting time to come on board! As a member of our team, you’ll play a critical role in ongoing and future projects including our exploration of the emerging BTCat cataloging service, our member-driven effort to decolonize and create more inclusive access in the library catalog, and the open procurement for our next integrated library system.Duties1. As a member of the Cataloging Team, contributes to original, copy and batch cataloging:Catalogs items in assigned areas.Contributes to database maintenance efforts to identify and correct errors in bibliographic records and to process authority record control.2. Working closely with the Assistant Director and other staff members who provide tra ...

The East Providence Public Library is looking for an enthusiastic and innovative librarian to provide general and specialized instruction and reference services 19-hours/week. This position requires a commitment to providing excellent customer service, a patient and friendly manner, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a live and/or virtual setting. The library strives to cultivate an inclusive environment and prioritizes hiring, mentoring, and developing library staff that reflect the diversity of the East Providence community. ...

The North Kingstown Free Library is seeking candidates for the position of Deputy Director. This is a professional, supervisory position under the supervision of the Director. The Deputy Director assists the Director in the planning, evaluation, and administration of the library system, staff, facilities, services, and resources and assumes the responsibilities of the Director in his/her absence. The North Kingstown Free Library, a 30,000 square foot facility with a collection of 136,000 items and a budget of almost $1.7 million, serves a population of over 26,000.To view the complete job description, visit www.nklibrary.org/about/administration ...

Applications are now being accepted in the office of the Library Director, North Kingstown Free Library, 100 Boone Street, North Kingstown, RI or via email to rbrennan@nklibrary.org for the following position:LIBRARY ASSOCIATE (16) LIBRARYCIRCULATION SUPERVISORResponsibilities: Performs all circulation duties of lower ranking staff plus additional responsibilities which include the following: Serves as supervisor for Circulation functions under the guidance of a professional librarian. Assigns duties involving specialized knowledge combined with training, supervising and participating in the work itself. Develops library procedures designed to simplify and expedite work flow.Evaluates and analyzes work processes.Mediates patron claims and disputes. Follows up on overdue library material by ...

Applications are now being accepted at the North Kingstown Free Library, 100 Boone Street, North Kingstown, RI or via email to rbrennan@nklibrary.org for the following position:COMMUNITY OUTREACH COORDINATOR (23) LIBRARYGeneral Description: This is advanced professional work responsible for one of the five major divisions of the library. The Community Outreach Coordinator is responsible for coordinating efforts to bring the library out to the community within the framework of the library’s approved program of service.Responsibilities· Supervises the library’s programming and outreach efforts, trains and supervises staff and volunteers; develops & oversees related staff projects, encouraging teamwork.· Plans, organizes, and conducts a wide variety of programs to ensure a well-bala ...

SUMMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION: The Web Services Librarian will be part of a creative and forward-looking team committed to improving online user experience. Under the direction of the Division Head for Library Systems & Digital Services, this librarian will redesign and develop the Claire T. Carney library’s websites. This includes work with systems such as Drupal, T4, WordPress, and Springshare’s LibGuides. The librarian will lead the library’s usability efforts and will adapt new and existing web tools to enhance the library's online interfaces. The Web Services Librarian will be responsible for creating documentation, soliciting input from library colleagues, and collaborating with other campus web developers.EXAMPLES OF PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Designs, develops, and ...

Healey Library at UMass Boston seeks an innovative and enthusiastic librarian to join the growing team in the Library Systems and Discovery Services department. We seek candidates who are strong collaborators and excited to work in a collaborative and user-centered team environment at an urban public research university library that supports our broadly diverse campus community of approximately 17,000 students and 1,100 faculty in the full range of library resources and services, on and off campus. We value excellent user experience, innovative library services, effective and equitable intellectual access to resources and collections. Healey Library is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff to support the community, as part of its organizational commitment to advancing equity, ...

The Town of Hopkinton seeks a full-time Adult Services Librarian.The Town of Hopkinton is committed to equal opportunity, encourages diversity and inclusion and believes that a positive culture of inclusion in Town governance contributes to the Town’s overall qualities as a great place to live and work. We welcome all to apply.Do you want to be part of a dynamic, professional team in a beautiful, recently renovated library?Do you find fulfillment in making a difference for a highly engaged community that embraces its library as a space for everyone?Do you enjoy developing forward-looking, creative approaches to new challenges and opportunities?All members of our team are vital contributors to our mission to provide exceptional, innovative service as the heart and hub of the Hopkinton com ...

Westerly Library and Wilcox Park seeks a personable, public service oriented individual to work in their busy Circulation Department.Duties include checking materials in and out, issuing new library cards, assisting patrons in locating books on our shelves and reserving books through interlibrary loans, answering phones, computer assistance, and shelving materials. Additional duties may include supervising volunteers, providing computer assistance to patrons, enforcing library policy, and assisting in other library departments as needed. Must have excellent communication skills, ability to shelve books in proper alphabeticaland numerical order, and possess mid-level computer skills. ...

Rhode Island College invites applications for the full-time position of Library Acquisitions and Collection Development Manager. This is a continuing 35 hours/week calendar year position.The Library Acquisitions and Collection Development Manager oversees the Acquisitions and Collection Development Office in carrying out the responsibility for all library acquisitions including books, non-book materials, electronic resources and gifts. It coordinates the placement of all orders for equipment and supplies according to College and state purchasing regulations. It coordinates the Library’s acquisition of shelf-ready materials. It oversees the Library’s use of the HELIN Consortium’s automated acquisitions module, including technical training of staff. The position supervises, trains, and ...

The Lincoln Public Library is seeking a librarian who enjoys working with children to provide exceptional customer service in a part-time capacity in our very active library. Duties include implementing programs for children and babies, assisting and instructing children in the use of library services and resources, providing reference assistance, reader advisory, shelving material, and assisting with collection development.Approximately 16 hours per week. Schedule includes Monday and Tuesday mornings, and every other Saturday 9-5, Library closed Saturdays during July and August. An ALA-accredited M.L.S. preferred, but candidates working toward their M.L.S. with previous experience working in a public library will be considered. Pay rate for M.L.S. is $21 an hourPlease forward resume and r ...

Hartford Public Library is nationally recognized for its wide range of initiatives including immigration services, employment assistance, school partnerships and youth leadership training. Now celebrating its 127th year, Hartford Public Library remains at the forefront of redefining the urban library experience in the 21st Century with services designed for and by a diverse and dynamic city and region. With seven locations throughout the city, HPL is the catalyst for opportunities in education, civic engagement, intellectual enrichment and cultural development for tens of thousands of children, youth and adults every year. www.hplct.org.The Library currently seeks an Adult Services Librarian P/T. Responsibilities include:• Play a key role in the development, administration, and delivery ...

CW MARS seeks an innovative cataloger/trainer who will work closely with our member libraries in the areas of cataloging, acquisitions and serials. The successful candidate will embrace technology and enjoy working with cataloging software and providing end-user training and support to library staff at all levels. The ideal candidate will help lead our consortium into the future by implementing our strategic goal to conduct a needs assessment with member libraries, benchmark consortium cataloging practices, and help identify opportunities to collaborate with member library cataloging staff and refine network cataloging services.This is a supervisory level, full time position located in Worcester, Massachusetts with the option for remote work one to two days per week. Includes a competitive ...

Ocean State Libraries (OSL) seeks a Cataloging and Training Librarian to join its team. This is an exciting time to come on board! As a member of our team, you’ll play a critical role in ongoing and future projects including our exploration of the emerging BTCat cataloging service, our member-driven effort to decolonize and create more inclusive access in the library catalog, and the open procurement for our next integrated library system.Duties1. As a member of the Cataloging Team, contributes to original, copy and batch cataloging:Catalogs items in assigned areas.Contributes to database maintenance efforts to identify and correct errors in bibliographic records and to process authority record control.2. Working closely with the Assistant Director and other staff members who provide tra ...

Youth Services Library Assistant P/T19 hrs/ week $12.25/hrHours: Primarily Mornings with some Evening and Saturday hours as needed.The West Warwick Public library is in search of a Library Assistant to work in the Youth Services Department. This person should enjoy working with Youth and Families, be flexible and forward-thinking, and have an interest in public service in a team-oriented environment. This position reports directly to the Head of Youth Services and/or the Youth Services librarian.Description of duties:Assists with the program setup and clean-up as needed.Designs and maintains department signs, displays, and bulletin boards.Repairs and cleans materials as needed.Assists with preparing and facilitating programs as directed by the librarians.Provides in-person and telephone as ...

This full-time, 37.5 hours/week job, is based at theour beautiful Carnegie Central Library, supervising a team of adult librarians, with collection development, reference, reader's advisory, and programming responsibilities.Get to know our beautiful city by watching these videos, then apply by Tuesday, December 12, 2021. They also work closely with the Manager to plan system-wide reference goals and services. The annual salary is $61,488. Apply here. ...

GEORGE HAIL FREE LIBRARYPOSITION DESCRIPTIONTitle: Library Assistant (Adult and Children’s Circulation)Summary: 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.Circulation Duties:1. Performing circulation activities such as checking materials in and out to patrons, renewing materials, answering telephone, registering new patrons, preparing the delivery; placing holds, shelving materials and keeping the shelves in good order2. Assisting patrons when necessary3. Being aware of library policies and ensurin ...

Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff.Job Summary: Amherst College invites applications for the Weekend Access Services Associate position. The Weekend Access Services associate is a part-time, 20 hour per week position.Given Amherst’s distinction as one of the most diverse liberal arts colleges in the country, the successful candidate will demonstrate the ways in which they bring value to and will work towards supporting a broadly diverse community.Maintains 20-hour weekly sche ...

Job Summary: Performs cataloging related tasks for library materials in all languages and formats for library resources to be accessible in a timely manner via the library discovery tool. Works with bibliographic, authority and inventory metadata for data modification and maintenance purposes using relevant library platforms (e.g., Alma, etc.) and bibliographic utilities (e.g., OCLC Connexion, etc.) This is a Library Union position.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree with specific subject area expertise as required or equivalentexperienceKnowledge of MARC preferred; cataloging experience preferred (demonstrated knowledge of cataloging standards preferred); Knowledge of one or more foreign languages preferredEffective written and verbal communication skillsRequires attention to detail ...

The East Providence Public Library is looking for an enthusiastic and innovative librarian to provide general and specialized instruction and reference services 19-hours/week. This position requires a commitment to providing excellent customer service, a patient and friendly manner, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a live and/or virtual setting. The library strives to cultivate an inclusive environment and prioritizes hiring, mentoring, and developing library staff that reflect the diversity of the East Providence community.https://eastprovidenceri.gov/jobs/21-11-29/part-time-digital-services-and-reference-librarian ...

DEADLINE EXTENDED.The Stonington Free Library is expanding and 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 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 $15.00. 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 services, collections and technologyAssist patrons in person, by email and over the ...

The Cumberland Public Library is seeking a Part-time Reference Assistant. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual seeking employment in a growing and innovative public library. The successful candidate will be comfortable with a variety of digital devices, as well as computers, social media, online searching, books, literature and web resources. Candidates must have the ability to communicate effectively and maintain good working relationships with staff and the public.This is a 15 hour per week para-professional position under the supervision of the Reference Services Coordinator. Knowledge of library practices, techniques and materials is a plus. Candidates must have experience with Microsoft Windows and MS Office, be able to follow written/oral instructions and work independently. ...

Warwick Public Library is seeking a part-time Reference Librarian who is eager to work with the public providing excellent customer service. Primary tasks assigned to this position include providing reference and readers advisory service to patrons in-person, via telephone, chat service, and email; assisting and instructing patrons on the computer; participating in collection development and maintenance; keeping up with current library trends and services; and performing additional library related duties as required.Other points of interest include opportunities in program development; planning and arranging displays; and contributing to the Library's social media pages. ...

Moses Brown School, a Friends day school for 790 students N-12 in Providence, Rhode Island, seeks a collaborative, dynamic, and innovative librarian for the Lower School (grades N-4), starting August 2022. Candidates will be passionate about teaching and love working with young children, embracing and supporting the school’s mission to nurture the inner promise of each student and instill the utmost care for learning, people, and place. The position reports to the Lower School Head and will have a unique opportunity to shepherd the opening of the Debbie Goff Library.Moses Brown School Libraries are central to the academic and creative communities of our school. Love of story and inquiry for personal and intellectual growth are nurtured by our library team. They provide inviting facilitie ...

Duties include the following:· Open and close the library with other staff.· Check in all materials from the book/AV drops.· Assist patrons in finding materials required in any area.· Performs all circulation functions.· Answer the phone and give timely answers, call back if necessary.· Work on special projects as needed.· Process new materials so they are ready to circulate.· Shelving and shelf reading as necessary.· High School Graduation required.MUST HAVE FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE. Current schedule will likely include Tuesday & Thursday afternoons and evenings and two Saturdays per month. Future schedule may include additional changes. Rate of pay is $12.00 per hour.Send letter and/or resume to: julie@scituatelibrary.org or Julie Lepore, North Scituate Public Library, 606 West Gre ...

The University of Rhode Island's University Libraries seeks a full-time Information Services Technician I. The regular work schedule for this position is Tuesday through Saturday, 9:30am to 5:30pm. 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. ...

The Memorial and Library Association of Westerly is seeking a dynamic, creative individual to assist the YA Librarian in a busy Teen Space. The Young Adult Associate will assist in planning, preparing, and implementing programs for young adults (grades 6-12); creating and maintaining displays; shelving, shelf-reading, and weeding of Young Adult Collections; and provide outreach programming for young adults. Additional duties may include supervising volunteers, providing computer assistance to patrons, enforcing library policy and assisting in other library departments as needed. ...

The Segue Institute for Learning; a charter school in Central Falls, RI is presently seeking a part time Media Specialist/Literacy Support staff to work in our school library supporting our scholars grades K-8.The position is presently a part time position but can grow to a full time one depending on schedule and job performance.We are looking to fill this position immediately.Candidate must be student/youth centered, organized, professional and able to be flexible in working with scholars and staff.Undergraduate degree is required. Bilingual is helpful but not mandatory.Position pays $20.00 per hour to start.Interested parties should call the school at 401-721-0964. ...

Library Assistant – Part TimeThe Stonington Free Library is expanding and 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 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 $15.00. 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 services, collections and technologyAssist patrons in person, by email ...