USER SERVICES ASSISTANT (EVENING), Boston University LibrariesTracking Code1789Job DescriptionThis position will deliver responsive service to Boston University Libraries’ users at one or more of the Libraries' physical and virtual service points. Actively listens to questions and requests from the user community, interprets policies and procedures, and provides referrals to the Libraries' services and resources to address users' needs. Assists patrons to access materials, demonstrates how to find scholarly resources, and refers patrons to the appropriate library staff for consultations and in-depth research support. Engages in activities such as book searching and shelving, collecting statistics, handling financial transactions, sorting and delivering library materials, and identifying ...

USER SERVICES ASSISTANT (DAY), Boston University LibrariesTracking Code3444Job DescriptionThis position will deliver responsive service to Boston University Libraries’ users at one or more of the Libraries' physical and virtual service points. Actively listens to questions and requests from the user community, interprets policies and procedures, and provides referrals to the Libraries' services and resources to address users' needs. Assists patrons to access materials, demonstrates how to find scholarly resources, and refers patrons to the appropriate library staff for consultations and in-depth research support. Engages in activities such as book searching and shelving, collecting statistics, handling financial transactions, sorting and delivering library materials, and identifying oppo ...

OVERVIEWThe mission of the Millinocket Memorial Library (MML) is to enrich lives by building community, inspiring imaginations, and empowering individuals through lifelong learning. As a key partner in the Katahdin Region of Maine, the library brings organizations together to create new programs and services that support a thriving community for all. This is not your traditional library; from circulating free outdoor gear, to coordinating mutual aid and transportation, we are continually innovating to meet the unique needs of our community. Library employees are stewards of an essential community space and resource hub. As a workplace, we value respectful and transparent communication, partnership, and engagement.MML is a 501c3 nonprofit corporation with a current annual operating budget o ...

The Town is seeking a trustworthy, responsible individual who, under direction of the Library Director, will perform professional administrative and technical library work classifying, cataloging, ordering and maintaining books and materials, performing reference work, planning and implementing special programming and services, and assisting the general public. This is a full-time position that offers generous paid time-off and excellent medical coverage within a supportive, collegial environment.Responsibilities:Develop collections and programming in collaboration with the Director and other staff.Attend system-wide meetings for librarians serving adults.Attend system-wide meetings of the heads of circulation.Document the circulation system and train staff in its use. Ensure circulation t ...

Library Assistant- Circulation Desk P/T$11.60 per hour ($12.25 starting 01/01/2022)/19 hours per week/no benefitsHours: Mondays 1-9pm, Wednesdays 1-5pm, Fridays 1-5pm, Saturdays 9am-1pmThe West Warwick Public Library, finalist for the 2021 IMLS National Medal for Museum and Library Service, seeks a public oriented, adaptable individual for the library’s Circulation Department. This person should enjoy working with the public, be flexible, pay attention to detail, and learn quickly. This position reports directly to the Head of Circulation. If you want to be part of a fun and innovative staff who enjoys working with each other, this is the position for you!Job DutiesPerform a range of duties assisting in the operation of the Circulation Desk including but not limited to; registering new p ...

DIGITAL SERVICES LIBRARIAN, Information Services Dept.35 Hour, Salaried, ExemptPOSITIONThe Digital Services Librarian is responsible for providing information and assistance to patrons and staff in the use of library information resources, including print materials, electronic resources, databases and Internet tools, as well as readers’ advisory services, under the supervision of the Head of Information Services. Assist and collaborate with the Technology Coordinator as needed. Standard weekly hours will include one evening per week and one Saturday per month.Principal Responsibilities:Responsibilities and tasks listed are intended to be representative and may not be inclusive. Personnel are required to perform related tasks and duties as assigned.I.Public Service- Provides and promotes ...

To carry out professional library responsibilities including coordinating one or more major library function(s); to participate in development of policies and procedures and library planning activities.Manage information literacy and academic research instruction for both online and on-campus course instruction.Work with other VSCS librarians to create digital learning objects, including online research guides and video tutorials.Work with VSCS Assistant Library Director to develop policies and procedures for the on-campus and virtual library.Act as lead in providing reference service for both online, IM chat, and on-campus students. Assess reference service, reviewing reference queries and providing statistical analysis. Train library staff and student workers in reference service skills ...

MSL has a vacancy for a Reference – Core Services Librarian located in the Augusta office. This position requires core reference services work to be provided at the Maine State Library and may require evening and Saturday hours.PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:The Reference - Core Services Librarian position requires a knowledgeable, service-driven professional who provides general and specialized reference services at the Maine State Library.Responsibilities include conducting complex library research and reference work in an assigned focus area; assisting library users and researchers; copy cataloging and original cataloging (including digital materials); delivering unique and leading-edge services and the promotion, delivery, development, and facilitation of library programs.Duties may invo ...

The Operations Manager provides administrative and logistical leadership to the Digital Commonwealth and its Board. This position must be independent, focused, and self-directed, while also detail-oriented. The Operations Manager must be a problem solver and be able to communicate effectively with the Board, Digital Commonwealth members, and partners within their role. The position works independently to manage office administrative tasks and supports the work of the Digital Commonwealth Board and Committee Chairs, and DCI special projects as needed. Position reports to the DCI Board Executive. Individual has several assigned duties as part of the Membership & Outreach and Conference Committees.Essential job functions:Develop working knowledge of the history and activities of the DCIAt ...

Westerly Library and Wilcox Park seeks a collaborative, detail-oriented, highly enthusiastic, and public service oriented individual to work in their busy Children’s Department. The ideal candidate will possess an ability to work with children of all ages and their families.Duties include assisting with Children’s Room programs, assisting patrons in locating books on our shelves and reserving books through interlibrary loans, answering phones, and shelving materials. Additional duties may include developing online and in person programs, providing computer assistance to patrons, enforcing library policy, and assisting in other library departments as needed. ...

Responsibilities: Serving the public at library’s circulation desk. Duties include checking materials in and out, packing and unpacking inter-library loan deliveries, registering patrons to use the library, collecting overdue fines, responding to patron questions and problems, helping patrons find items in the collection, helping patrons use collection resources, both print and online, answering the telephone, and shelving returned library materials.Qualifications: Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; ability to learn, understand and apply standard library principles, methods, techniques and routines. Experience with computers required. Ability to establish and maintain effective personal relationships with the public and with working associates. Physical capacity to work at a ...

The Elizabeth Taber Library is a small, historic (but modern) library in the beautiful seaside community of Marion, MA.Under the general direction of the Library Director, the Circulation Supervisor performs and oversees tasks related to the circulation of library materials.Responsibilities include:• Act as the circulation contact for the library, communicate with interlibrary loan delivery service and MLS, attend SAILS circulation meetings, convey any information, policy or procedural changes to other circulation staff.• Perform general desk duties, circulation of library materials, tech help, holds processing, managing interlibrary loan process, fine/fee payments, display creation, readers advisory, handles process for missing, lost, and damaged items, and other similar responsibilit ...

Coventry Public Library is seeking a part-time Adult Services/Technology Librarian for approximately 12-15 hours per week.The qualified candidate will:Be eager to work with the public and provide excellent customer service;Provide reference and readers’ advisory service to patrons in-person, via telephone, and email;Troubleshoot computer and technology issues in each department as needed;Act as a liaison to the town’s IT systems administrator, library director and Ocean State Libraries for technology assistance as needed;Collect and maintain library statistics;A Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited library school is preferred. College degree, certification, or significant course work in computer science and networks is highly desired. Must have a knowledge of princ ...

Full Job DescriptionThe Vermont State College System (VSCS) is merging its four campus-based colleges & universities into a single accredited institution. As part of this merger, the current VSCS libraries will be consolidated into a single integrated digital-first library system that serves both the newly merged institution as well as the Community College of Vermont.Under the general direction and oversight of the VSCS Library Director, the Assistant Director assists the Director in planning, organizing, coordinating, directing, and participating in a balanced program of library services for the students, faculty, and administration of the VSCS System. Assist the Director of Libraries in developing the library as a resource for student success and achievement.Duties and Responsibilit ...

The Town of Maynard (pop. 11,000) is seeking enthusiastic, qualified candidates for the position of Collection Services Librarian at the Maynard Public Library. Working under the direction and broad policy guidance of the Library Director, the Collection Services Librarian is responsible for the acquisition, cataloging, and processing of library materials in all formats. This position works closely with colleagues on collection development and organization, budget planning, collection marketing, and space planning. The Collection Services Librarian stays up to date with trends and developments in the professional fields of acquisitions and cataloging, as well as in the reading, educational, and recreational interests of the Maynard community. Additional responsibilities include keeping acc ...

Position Summary: This position supports the Director and Associate Director in providing public service to library users in the Nathaniel P. Hill Library at St. George’s School in Middletown, RI. This position is also responsible for various day-to-day operations and technical services tasks in support of circulation and collection maintenance functions.Responsibilities:Provide circulation, basic reference and public service to library users.Basic troubleshooting of printer/copier/scanner and computers.Process interlibrary loan materials.Process new materials, including books, DVDs, magazines, etc.Contribute to circulation and stack maintenance projectsCollaborate with the Director and Associate Director on special projects.Other duties as assigned.Monday holiday shifts required.Require ...

The Springfield (MA) City Library seeks applications to work at our forward-looking, award-winning public library. We are recruiting talented, driven, community-engaged candidates forfor three part-time Reference Librarian positions.Get excited about the possibilities of working in the city of Springfield bywatching the videos linked below, thenapplyby Friday, October 1, 2021 at 11:59 pm Eastern. Each year, we welcome over 600,000 visitors throughout our nine locations and offer more than 5,500 programs for adults, teens, and children. Our 77,672 registered patrons account for circulation of nearly 600,000 items!The three Reference Librarian positions are based at three of our neighborhood branch libraries. The person hired for this job will create and deliver programs, answer reference qu ...

The Springfield (MA) City Library seeks applications to work at our forward-looking, award-winning public library. We are recruiting talented, driven, community-engaged candidates forDigital Services Librarian (full-time).Get excited about the possibilities of working in the city of Springfield bywatching the videos linked below, thenapplyby Friday, October 1, 2021. Each year, we welcome over 600,000 visitors throughout our nine locations and offer more than 5,500 programs for adults, teens, and children. Our 77,672 registered patrons account for circulation of nearly 600,000 items!OurDigital Services Librarianposition is based at ourCentral Library.The person hired for this position will create programs for adults, answer reference questions, provide reader’s advisory, and engage with t ...

OVERVIEW:The Technical Services Librarian manages all aspects of the Technical Services Department including acquisitions, cataloging (original and copy), periodical subscriptions, digital collections, and administration of the ILS (Sierra). In addition, the Technical Services Librarian will participate in collection management with other members of the Library Operations Team. This position may supervise part-time library assistants and student workers, and reports to the Director of Collections & Library Services.RESPONSIBILITIES:Acquisitions:Orders, tracks, and processes all new acquisitions, including print and non-print formats.Manages the acquisitions materials budget, tracks the special book fund designations, and assigns funds to purchases.Participates in the subject selection ...

INFORMATION SERVICES LIBRARIAN(Part-time - 20 hours per week)This position reports to the Head of Information Services 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 the reorganized unit of Technology & Information Services, including borrower services, interlibrary loan, collection development, reference, instruction and outreach. The Library has completed a major transformation of most of its public service spaces, including a new technology-rich information commons, the Workshop (an open learning and collaborative space) and a ...

This position is responsible for providing responsive and effective circulation and reference support across all aspects of the Information Services Department. A key role on the library’s information services team, this position is accountable for activities related to both circulation and reference operations, including borrower services, interlibrary loan, ready reference, and outreach. The incumbent is expected to deliver point-of-need assistance and support to library customers and visitors, including first and second level technology support and troubleshooting.Primary Duties & Responsibilities:· Perform core operational activities related to borrower services including loaning and requesting library items, circulation and patron database management, holds, delivery, stacks ma ...

The Hope Library Board of Trustees seeks a self-directed, customer-focused, forward-thinking individual who is passionate about libraries, its patrons and their role in small communities to serve as Library Director. Working under the direction of the Board of Trustees this individual will work to meet the information and library needs of all patrons; directing, training and supervising staff for optimum service. In addition, will expand onsite and virtual programming, revitalize our patron base while providing traditional core library services to the Village of Hope and its’ surrounding communities.Outline of duties-Grant writing and fundraising skills-Excellent planning and organizational skills-Directs and oversees programming and public relations, including all social media accounts, ...

Iwasaki Library seeks a motivated, enthusiastic individual to join our instruction team. The Marlboro Institute Librarian will lead faculty in exploring and developing open content for their courses; developing open educational initiatives; and promoting open educational resources to the Emerson community. This position also provides essential support by designing and implementing information literacy curricula, creating online tutorials and teaching resources, promoting information literacy within the Marlboro Institute, and assessing the impact the library’s teaching and assessment initiatives have on student learning.As a member of the Teaching, Learning & Assessment department, this position also provides reference services and support, including consults with students and facult ...

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 12 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. ...

The Digital Services and Research Librarian will facilitate and perform a leading role in the library’s digital scholarship and digitization initiatives. Working collaboratively across campus, the incumbent will develop, implement, and support library services that focus on current and emerging research, teaching, and innovation at Bryant University. The librarian will assist in implementing strategies for publishing and integrating digital scholarship into the library and Bryant community. The incumbent will collaborate with library staff and university partners to identify and curate digital collections using the University archives. Additionally, the librarian will work with and provide support to the research desk through hours on desk delivering outstanding guidance to library resou ...

The Cranston Public Library is seeking an extraordinary candidate for the position of Librarian I: Youth Services Librarian at the busy neighborhood Auburn branch library.Under general supervision of the Coordinator of Youth Services, with advice, guidance and direction from the Branch Librarian, is responsible for youth services in the branch library, with opportunities to contribute to youth services system-wide. This is a 35 hour per week union position with some nights and weekends required.The Cranston Public Library (CPL) system consists of a Central library with five branch locations. CPL serves a population of 83,000 residents and is one of the busiest public libraries in Rhode Island. CPL is an award winning nationally recognized library having received the 2020 Jerry Kline Commun ...

Swampscott Public Library is seeking an interim Library Director, starting immediately. Come enjoy the beautiful Northshore! This position serves as manager of library operations, while the Board of Trustees conducts a search for a permanent director. The Board of Trustees is seeking a candidate with the following qualifications:The Interim Library Director is directly accountable to the Board of Trustees and the Town Administrator.Responsibilities include:* Working closely with the Board of Trustees including attending monthly Board meetings* Actively participating in policy, budget development, goal setting, planning and fundraising* Grant writing* Responsible for managing a staff of 17, plus volunteers.* Overseeing all aspects of library operations including collection management, progr ...

The Town is seeking a trustworthy, responsible individual who, under direction of the Library Director, will perform professional administrative and technical library work classifying, cataloging, ordering and maintaining books and materials, performing reference work, planning and implementing special programming and services, and assisting the general public.Responsibilities:·Develop collections and programming in collaboration with the Director and other staff.·Attend system-wide meetings for librarians serving adults.·Attend system-wide meetings of the heads of circulation, thoroughly understand the functions of the automated library system shared by Rhode Island public libraries well enough to oversee and mediate its use, and envision and evaluate possible changes and improvements ...

Tiverton Public Library is hiring a part-time library assistant to staff the main Information Desk! Rate of pay is $14.00/hour for this position. Some college education, computer skills,and a helpful patron service attitude are required; library experience and familiarity with Sierra iii is preferred. Vacation and sick time benefits are included. This library assistant will work closely with the Technology Librarian on maintaining current library technology systems.Set scheduled hours will include Tuesdays 10am-2pm, Thursdays 1pm-4:30pm, and a rotating Friday/Saturday 10am-5pm (10am-4pm on Saturday) plus additional hours up to 19 hours per week may be available depending on fill-in needs. ...

TheChildren’s Librarianposition is based in the busy, progressive Children's Room of our Central Library. Springfield City Library has an exciting career opportunity waiting for just the right candidate. Are you the one? Are you ready to work as part of our dedicated team of professionals in a very busy urban library system? Each year, we welcome over 600,000 visitors throughout our nine locations and offer more than 5,500 programs for adults, teens and children. Our 77,672 registered patrons account for circulation of nearly 600,000 items!The person selected for this position will be part of a dynamic team and focus on reference, reader’s advisory, outreach, collection development, and programming for children. Work is performed under the general direction of the Children's Services S ...