Under the direction of the Youth Services Coordinator, the Teen Services Librarian is responsible for providing library services to teens and tweens in grades 4-12 (ages 9-19). The Teen Services Librarian is responsible for planning, promoting, and implementing programs and services for middle and high school students, upper elementary school students, parents, and teachers. Working primarily at the Weaver Library children’s room, the Teen Services Librarian occasionally covers the reference desk and fills in at the Riverside Branch Library and Fuller Creative Learning Center as needed. ...

Job DescriptionThe Thompson Public Library is seeking a community-oriented, intelligent, customer-service focused, creative, and technologically capable individual to join the library team. To fill this role, creativity, a positive energy, and a passion for the people of Thompson and its surrounding areas are essential. The Library Program Coordinator works closely with team members, community partners, and patrons to provide regular quality programming while helping communicate library offerings and services. While the program coordinator will have to perform some routine clerical tasks, they will be assigned responsibilities for numerous aspects of the daily operation of the library. Specific duties are determined by the director and may vary considerably with circumstances. As one of th ...

Library Clerk C-2Rochambeau (Children’s Department)Community Libraries of ProvidenceSalary:$16.00 per hourHours: Full-time, 37.50 hours per weekPosted: March 17, 2025Deadline: Applications accepted until the position is filled.This position is in the United Service and Allied Workers of Rhode Island (USAW) union.CLPVD is seeking to hire a Library Clerk (C-2) to work at Rochambeau in the Children’s Department. The ideal candidate will possess strong customer service skills and enjoy working with young library visitors and their families and people of diverse backgrounds and economic statuses. This position will be primarily in the children’s room but will involve shifts onthe main circulation desk.Duties:TheLibraryClerk-2 performs functions in the Children’s Department andCirculatio ...

Grade/Classification: Non-exempt hourly professionalJob Summary: The Adult Services Librarian plans and implements adult programming and outreach services to the community, under the direction of the Head of Adult Services and Outreach, and in conjunction with other staff. Provides assistance to the public for their information needs, including the usage of digital and electronic services. Assists in collection maintenance and selection of the adult collections. Significant interaction with the public. Represents the library in the community.Accountability: Reports to the Head of Adult Services and Outreach or other senior staff. There is a six-month trial period and performance reviews are scheduled annually.Supervisory Responsibility: NoneEquipment Used: To include but not limited to com ...

The Cranston Public Library is seeking an extraordinary candidate for the position of Information Technology (IT) Manager.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 a member of the Ocean State Libraries (OSL) consortium. For more information on our library, please visit: www.cranstonlibrary.org.The Cranston Public Library is an equal opportunity employer. The library is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees regardless of race or color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age, country of ancestral origin, ...

Library:The Nashua Public Library has provided free and equitable access to materials, resources, and entertainment since 1867. The library continues to grow and evolve with the best of 21st-century library programming, technology, and services to meet the community's needs. Our mission is to enrich our community by being a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment to discover, connect, create, and grow.Candidate:The Information Services department at the Nashua Public Library is seeking a proactive, solutions-oriented, and organized Reference Librarian to join our six-person team. The ideal candidate will be committed to providing outstanding service to marginalized communities, passionate about collection development, and enthusiastic about teaching digital literacy to learners of all e ...

Providence College, Phillips Memorial Library, Archives and Special Collections is seeking applications for a full-timeReference Archivist.OVERVIEW: Provide access and research services to internal and external patrons using the Providence College Archives and Special Collections. Duties and ResponsibilitiesESSENTIAL DUTIES:Serve as the primary provider of reference services; coordination and supervision of the reading room; provide reproductions of collections materials for reference purposes; develop research guides and other tools to support access and use of collections; schedule and conduct research consultations; and collaborate with research education librarians. Manage and respond to all incoming research requests in a timely and accurate manner. Maintain the ASC email account. D ...

Library Director – Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library (full position description)The Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library Board of Trustees seeks a creative, community-focused, and visionary Library Director with an MLS. This role requires strong administrative, financial, and leadership skills to oversee the beloved institution’s dedicated staff and volunteers and continue the library’s strength as a welcoming hub for learning, culture, and community engagement and responsiveness to 21st-century challenges. This is a pivotal moment for the Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library. As we transition from a long-tenured director, we seek a leader who will honor the library’s legacy while embracing opportunities for growth and innovation. If you have an MLS or MLIS, are an appr ...

This position is especially responsible for Adult Programming for the Adult patrons in our community, i.e. the development and promotion of said programs, such as book groups, crafts, & Fiber Friends. The Assistant will also maintain the library’s social media accounts which is a tool in promotion. This position is supervised by the Director who has the final say. ...

Westerly Library and Wilcox Park seeks a creative, energetic, ambitious, and dedicated full-time Kids’ Librarian to plan, direct, and implement all of the Library’s kids’ services. Working with other departments, this position will help create new and exciting kids programs and partnerships as well as develop community-wide collaborations while promoting community awareness of youth services. The Kids’ Librarian is also responsible for preparing, monitoring, and administering the Kids Room budget as well as all collection development, programs, and services as they relate to kids, parents, and teachers of the community. ...

SEARCH EXTENDED: As the Collection Development Manager for the Springfield City Library system, you'll have a substantial budget to spend on books, digital materials, and so many other types of materials our residents are looking for. You'll have a team of selectors to help with this important work, and an in-house team of catalogers and copy catalogers to get the new items out the door and into eager patrons' hands (and earbuds). There's much more to this important position, too.The new Manager will be based at our Central Library and, with the assistance of a supervisor, will oversee the work of cataloging and acquisitions workers. The Manager will manage our significant collections budget, including endowments and trusts, of approximately $725,000. They will take a lead role in developi ...

Town of Seekonk Job Description Position Title: Librarian I Approved: 2011Department: Public LibraryReports to: Associate Library DirectorSummary of Duties: The Staff Librarian provides professional services in areas of reference, book selection, programming, bibliographic instruction, computer training, and staff and volunteer supervision related to continuance of core library services for adults, young adults, children and their families. Employee is required to perform all similar or related duties. Supervision Required: Employee works under the general direction of the Library Director. Employee plans and prioritizes the majority of work independently, in accordance with standard practices and previous training. Employee is expected to solve most problems of detail or unusual situation ...

Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of the Coordinator of Youth Services as well as the general supervision of library administration, this employee carries out library services for Young Adults in the community within the framework of the library’s approved program of service.Provides direct public service at the Youth Services desk.Plans, organizes, and conducts staff-led programs for middle-schoolers and high-schoolers.Plans, organizes, and conducts the library’s Summer Reading Program for Young Adults (6th grade & up.)Selects material for the library collections and evaluates the collections for timeliness and use, with particular emphasis on the Young Adult collection.Provides outreach to the community by establishing and maintaining contacts with local schools and ...

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: Circulation LibrarianLocation: Bard College at Simon’s Rock (Great Barrington, MA)Position Type: TemporaryStart date: March 24, 2025End date: June 27, 2025Schedule: Monday-Friday 10:30am-6:00 pmPay Rate: $20.75-$24.00 per hour, based on experienceCORI: Required (and other background check required)Description:Bard Academy at Simon’s Rock is a boarding school for 9th and 10th grade students. BardCollege at Simon’s Rock is a college where students can start their undergraduate studies asearly as 16. Simon’s Rock is a diverse and gender-inclus ...

Westerly Library and Wilcox Park seeks an innovative, public service oriented individual to coordinate and implement public technology services for all ages. The full-time Technology and Innovation Coordinator will be responsible for managing the public computer lab and Makerspace, as well as developing related programs and instruction.The ideal candidate will have the ability to: answer directional and informational questions about the Library, including its services, materials, programs, and initiatives; assist library patrons in using the Library's maker resources and equipment, for example: 3D printer, laser cutter/engraver, Audio/Video conversion equipment, as well as low-tech tools, plan and conduct maker programming, maintain liaison activities with relevant organizations, keep curr ...

The Metadata Librarian will coordinate the receipt and evaluation of continuing resources and government documents as well as other formats as necessary. Actively catalog materials in a variety of formats using rules and national standards and best practices. Participate in discussions relating to discovery, access, retrieval, and management of objects in ILS and discovery. Advise on the application of appropriate current and emerging cataloging/metadata schema to facilitate access to digital resources and physical collections. Train others on cataloging/metadata creation and management and work closely with staff throughout the Libraries to provide access to the Libraries’ collections.Essential FunctionsPerforms original and complex copy cataloging for continuing resources including hol ...

The Town of Mattapoisett and the Library Board of Trustees are seeking a new director.The Library Director will work under the direction of the trustees and in collaboration with the town to lead the library’s operations and staff and manage its budget.This is an opportunity for a creative and thoughtful library professional to join a community that truly values and supports its public library. The library, which sees a major uptick in activity over the summer when the town’s population doubles, plays an integral role in supporting Mattapoisett as a primary community cultural hub.Duties and ResponsibilitiesLead and be the face of the library with passion, creativity, and professionalismCoordinate the daily and ongoing management, training, and development of all library employees (3 fu ...

The Town of Pepperell, MA, is seeking a Library Director, responsible for all library operations including: staff supervision, building maintenance, special event programming, and budget management. The ideal candidate is energetic and comfortable interacting with town officials and is committed to outstanding customer service, maintaining adequate funding for state certification, and the implementation of a long-range plan. The candidate should possess knowledge of library software applications for internal and public use. The director reports directly to the Board of Trustees while interacting with other town departments, committees, and the Friends of the Library.ALA accredited MLS with at least four years of progressively responsible experience in library administration and supervision ...

Position OverviewThe Adult Services Librarian is responsible for all aspects of programming for the adult and seniors in our community, along with all advertising and marketing of the programs. They will also maintain the library website and all its social media accounts. They are the primary source of tech support and reference assistance for patrons and staff.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:The Adult Services Librarian will complete duties within the categories of Programming & Outreach, Marketing, Library Operations, and Reference & Archives. Must be able to complete additional duties as assigned by the Director.Programming & Outreach:1. Plan, develop, conduct and evaluate a variety of innovative and engaging programs and services for adults, including a focus on sen ...

BASIC FUNCTION:Responsible for the administration, development, organization, services, and maintenance of the Commercial Pattern Archive (CoPA) within the University Libraries’ University Archives and Special Collections Unit. Manage CoPA’s extensive collection of commercially produced paper sewing patterns and a unique scholarly database of pattern metadata.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Perform, under the general supervision of the Director, University Archives and Special Collections (UASC), independent, complex duties.Manage donations of collection material (liaise with potential donors; work with Director, UASC to facilitate collection transfers from other repositories; process pattern donations; liaise with Metadata and Content Management to facilitate the cataloging of n ...

The town of Mattapoisett seeks a creative and thoughtful library professional to join a community that truly values and supports its public library. The library, which sees a major uptick in activity over the summer when the town’s population doubles, plays an integral role in supporting Mattapoisett as a primary community cultural hub. To learn more about the town, the position, and the application process, please visit the Collins Center for Public Management listing at https://www.umb.edu/cpm/recruitments/. ...

Fleet Library, in the Libraries Division, at the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), invites applications for a full-time professional librarian appointment at the rank of Librarian II, to commence in spring/summer 2025.RISD recognizes principles of social equity, inclusion, and diversity as fundamental to its academic mission as an art and design school. We understand these principles to require ongoing attention to difference and expansion of the forms of knowledge from which our curricula originate. RISD is engaged in the collective work of institutional transformation and would value applicants whose pedagogical and professional experiences have prepared them to foster equitable teaching and learning environments. We encourage applicants whose teaching and professional work (creative ...

The Memorial and Library Association of Westerly seeks an innovative, engaged, energetic, and action and customer-oriented professional for our Head of Youth Services position at this busy, progressive organization. The Memorial and Library Association, established in 1892, oversees Westerly Library and Wilcox Park and directly serves the communities of Westerly, RI and Stonington, CT. The Association is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization whose mission is to strengthen the community and enrich lives by stimulating intellect and sparking imagination through access to literature, information, technology, nature, and the arts. The Head of Youth Services oversees all aspect of the Kids’, Tweens’, and Teens’ Departments and its staff. They will work closely with, and be a resource for, ...

Executive DirectorAbout Manchester Community LibraryNestled in the southwest Green Mountains just three hours north of Boston and four hours from New York City & Montreal, the Manchester Community Library (MCL) is the central gathering place for community education and civic life in an idyllic town known for its renowned cultural institutions, outstanding schools, and year-round recreation. Operating as a 21st Century library with a state-of-the-art collection, technology, and facilities, MCL is a resource hub for residents of Manchester and surrounding towns in Bennington County.The Library’s tagline – “Meet you at The Library” – speaks to the essence of small-town character. MCL’s chief ambition is to connect residents with one another by providing a welcoming and comfort ...

The University of Rhode Island's University Libraries seeks a full-timeInformationServicesTechnician 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.CarothersLibrary's Head of AccessServices, theInformationServicesTechnician I will provide assistance to library users and respond to a wide variety of user needs at the Circulation Desk.TheInformationServicesTechnician I, in conjunction with other full-time staff, is also responsible for the training and supervision of student employees. ...

The Town of Yarmouth is searching for a Technical Services Supervisor/IT Librarian to join our Library team! Working under the direct supervision of the Library Director, the Technical Services Supervisor/IT Librarian is responsible for overseeing the library’s technology infrastructure and technical services, combining professional, supervisory, administrative, technical and direct service work.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:As a member of the management team, this person plans, develops, and implements system-wide (2 locations) technical services and information technology, manages the selection, ordering, receiving, processing, cataloging of library materials and collection supplies, manages materials budget. Oversees library database including maintenance and withdrawal of items; reviews and re ...

Under the supervision of the BranchLibrarian, this position providesreference, circulation, technology help, and readers' advisory services to the public at theWilliamHallLibrary including the delivery of information through a variety of digital formats.This is a 20 hour per weekparttimewith no benefits. Some evenings and weekends required.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSProvides exemplary customer service.ProvidesReferenceand Readers’ Advisory Services for the public, including the delivery of information through a variety of electronic formats.Instructs library users in the use of the online catalog, basicreferencetools, and other library equipment and services.Operates, troubleshoots and provides instruction on public computers and all library-owned technology.Assists with circulation function ...

Coordinate the review and subsequent revision of library data to eliminate offensive, outdated language, and enhance access by refining terminology and vocabularies for cultural competency and inclusivity. Actively catalog materials in Asian languages in a variety of formats using rules and standards such as RDA, LCSH, LCC, MARC, Dublin Core, EAD, VRA Core, METS, MODS, etc. Participate in discussions relating to discovery, access, retrieval, and management of objects in ILS, discovery, and digital repository systems. Advise on the application of appropriate current and emerging cataloging/metadata schema to facilitate access to digital resources and physical collections. Train others on cataloging/metadata creation and management and work closely with staff throughout the Libraries to prov ...

The Massachusetts Library System (MLS) is looking to hire an experienced professional who has a passion for providing training and consulting services on leadership and management topics.Information about this position, including how to apply, is discussed below.General InformationThis is a full time (37.5 hours per week) exempt position, based out of either our Marlborough or Northampton, MA office. This position carries the title of “Consultant.”Ageneral Consultant position description is linked to and incorporated into this job advertisement.More specific qualifications and responsibilities for this position are detailed below. The Consultant position will report to our new Library Consultant Manager.The successful candidate may have the opportunity to telecommute part of the week w ...

Title: Executive Assistant to the Dean of LibrariesLocation: W. E. B. Du Bois Library, UMass Amherst Hybrid – Amherst, MAPosition Type: TemporaryStart date: February 17, 2025End date: August 29, 2025Schedule: 37.5 hours; Monday – Friday 9:00am – 5:00pmPay Rate: $20.50 per hourCORI: Not requiredDescription:This full-time, temporary position provides executive level administrative support to the Dean of University Libraries by assisting in a wide range of complex and confidential matters including overseeing the Dean’s schedule, researching and preparing reports and presentations, screening visitors and telephone calls, composing or preparing other correspondence, and maintaining paper and electronic files. The Executive Assistant also provi ...