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Technical Services Librarian

Goffstown Public Library

Goffstown, NH

TECHNICAL SERVICES LIBRARIANGrade/Classification: Non-exempt hourly position.Job Summary: Primarily responsible for technical services aspects of the library by performing a variety of tasks including ordering, cataloging, and processing of materials. Provides reference assistance to patrons of all ages. This position has significant interaction with the public.Accountability: Reports to Library Director 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 computers and peripherals, photocopier, telephone, barcode reader, and small hand tools; electronic smart devices, tablets, and readers.Environment: Most tasks and duties are performed within the Library buildi ...

Library Director or Assistant Director

Pascoag Public Library

57 Church St., Pascoag, RI

DirectorThis is a highly professional, administrative, and supervisory position, working under the guidance of the Board of Trustees. The Director is responsible for managing the daily functions of the library, both directly and through delegation, and for working with the Board in setting goals and objectives for future library projects and services.Primary Responsibilities· Supervises the library staff, directly or through delegation, to create a harmonious team environment· Administers personnel policies and procedures for library employees, including training, development, scheduling, and evaluation, either directly or through delegation· Participates in the recruitment and selection of library personnel· Responsible for developing print and non-print collections, including selecti ...

Stacks Management Assistant

BiblioTemps (UMass Amherst)

Amherst, MA

BiblioTemps® is an employment service of the Massachusetts Library System that provides experienced library workers for temporary placements in public, academic, and special libraries throughout Massachusetts.Title: Stacks Management AssistantLocation: W. E. B. Du Bois Library, UMass AmherstStart date: November 6, 2023End date: May 17, 2024Schedule: Mon-Fri, 9am – 5pmSome limited early evening hours (Fri. To 7pm) and/or Tue-Sat (daytime) schedule hours may be needed (but not initially).Pay Rate: $17.50 per hourCORI: Not requiredDescription:This full-time position (37.5 hours per week) will be responsible for performing and coordinating Stacks Management retrieval, reshelving and return processing of Library materials, supervising student employees in coll ...

Children's Librarian

Old Lyme Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library Association, Inc.

Old Lyme, CT

The Old Lyme Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library is looking for a dynamic Children’s Librarian to make a meaningful impact on the lives of the youngest members of our community. The Children’s Librarian will sustain and grow our wide array of youth programming, services, and collections— always with a mind toward expanding access and inclusivity. Successful candidates must be dedicated to inspiring youth and families to explore the world of literature, imagination, and learning. ...

HEAD OF INFORMATION SERVICES

Providence Public Library

Providence, RI

HEAD OF INFORMATION SERVICES (FT-35 HRS/WK)Are you excited about library services, developing teams and helping people? Join our team at Providence Public Library and enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, including: fifteen paid holidays, twenty-two paid vacation days, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefit options and a matching 403(b) plan.We are seeking a dynamic, empathetic and energetic information professional to lead our Information Services team. This position oversees all aspects of the Information Services department, including hiring, staff development, management of the general collections budget and selection activity. The Head of Information Servic ...
GovHR USA and Worcester Public Library are seeking collaborative, experienced, and innovative candidates for the new position of Director of Library Services. A recent 12.8-million-dollar renovation of the main library to refresh and expand public space was completed in 2021, and the organization is eager to grow and expand its services. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of the executive team in a well-supported city library that is poised to become one of the leading libraries in the state.Worcester, located in rapidly growing central Massachusetts, is the second largest city in Massachusetts and home to nine colleges and universities. The City is located one hour from Boston, has an affordable cost of living, robust public transportation and is a vibrant and culturally diverse ...

Assessment and Collections Analysis Librarian

Yale University

New Haven, CT

Assessment and Collections Analysis LibrarianUniversity Job Title: Assessment and Collection Analysis LibrarianBargaining Unit: None - Not included in the union (Yale Union Group)Time Type: Full timeDuration Type: RegularCompensation Grade: libraryWage Ranges: Click https://your.yale.edu/work-yale/careers/wage-ranges to see our Wage RangesWork Location: Central CampusWorksite Address: 120 High StreetNew Haven, CT 06511Work Week: Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day)Searchable Job Family: LibraryTotal # of Hours to be Works: 37.5Position Focus:The Yale Library's Assessment and User Experience Research team harnesses user research and analytics, aiding library departments and leadership in advancing the University's research, teaching, and learning objectives. The Assessment and Colle ...

Reserves Associate

Amherst College Library

Amherst, MA

Amherst College invites applications for the Reserves Associate position. The Reserves Associate is a full-time (40 hours per week) position, scheduled 1pm-10pm Monday-Friday, starting at $21.35 per hour. 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.The Reserves Associate processes course reserves each semester, ensuring equitable access to academic material to support student learning. Communicate with teaching faculty to solicit syllabi and solve reserve problems. Oversees library material billing and the hold shelf. Participates fully as a member of the Access Services department and assumes regular ...

PART TIME CHILDREN’S LIBRARIAN

Lincoln Public Library

Lincoln, RI

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 9-17 hours per week. Schedule includes Monday and Tuesday mornings, every other Friday 9-5, and an occasional Saturday 9-5. 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 $24 an hourPlease forward resume and references to Lincoln ...

Adult Services Librarians (Part-time)

Simsbury Public Library

Simsbury, CT

Adult Services Librarians (Part-time) Simsbury Public Library – Due to internal staff promotions,Simsbury Public Library seeks part-time Adult Services Librarians to provide excellent customer serviceand meet the information needs of the community through a variety of means, as well as to support ourInnovators’ Workshop and promote the Library, its programs and services. 4-16 hours/week, includingsome weekdays and an evening and weekend rotation. Candidates should be enthusiastic, tech savvy,self-motivated, curious learners who are able to work in a fast-paced environment and have a sense ofhumor. Experience with programming and promotion also preferred. MLIS or equivalent degreerequired. Salary: $31.50/hour. Apply online at www.simsbury-ct.gov/jobs. Applications close October31, 2023. ...

Social Work Librarian

Boston University

Boston, MA

Job DescriptionThe Boston University Libraries seek a Social Work Librarian who will be responsible for collection development, library instruction, and research support for departments and programs related to social work and its associated fields and specializations, including behavioral health, aging, and trauma and violence.The Social Work Librarian will work with the Head of Research Services for Collection Development and other library stakeholders to identify and acquire materials in support of social work research and curricular needs, including books, journals, and other materials formats. The Social Work Librarian will work with the Head, Research Services for Instruction and Consultation, to develop instructional resources, including workshops and other library-led instruction, t ...

Visual Arts Librarian

Boston University

Boston, MA

Job DescriptionThe Boston University Libraries seek a Visual Arts Librarian who will be responsible for collection development, library instruction, and research support for departments and programs related to the visual arts, art history, and architecture, including the School of Visual Arts in the College of Fine Arts, the History of Art & Architecture and Classical Studies in the College of Arts & Sciences, as well as other departments and programs associated and identified with visual arts, art history, and architecture.The Visual Arts Librarian will work with the Head of Research Services for Collection Development and other library stakeholders to identify and acquire materials in support of art, art history, and architecture research needs, including books, journals, and oth ...

Communications Librarian

Boston University

Boston, MA

Job DescriptionThe Boston University Libraries seek a Communications Librarian who will be responsible for collection development, library instruction, and research support for departments and programs related to communications, including disciplines such as media science, journalism, film and television studies, advertising, emerging media studies, and public relations, especially the College of Communications, as well as other departments and programs associated and identified with communications disciplines.The Communications Librarian will work with the Head of Research Services for Collection Development and other library stakeholders to identify and acquire materials in support of communications needs, including books, journals, and other materials formats. The Communications Librari ...

Social Sciences Librarian

Boston University

Boston, MA

Job DescriptionThe Boston University Libraries seek a Social Sciences Librarian who will be responsible for collection development, library instruction, and research support for departments and programs related to social science, including Anthropology, Archaeology, Psychology, and Sociology as well as other departments and programs associated and identified with social sciences.The Social Sciences Librarian will work with the Head of Research Services for Collection Development and other stakeholders to identify and acquire materials in support of social science research and curricular needs, including books, journals, and data. The Social Sciences Librarian will work with the Head, Research Services for Instruction and Consultation, to develop instructional resources, including workshops ...

Archival Information Specialist

Boston University

Boston, MA

The Boston University Libraries seek an Archival Information Specialist (AIS) to provide guidance and coordination for creation, management, and maintenance of archival and digital collections metadata, and serve as the Client Service Lead and platform administrator of Boston University’s archival information management system (ArchivesSpace). As a member of the Libraries’ Digital Ventures team, reporting to the Director of Digital Ventures the AIS coordinates the requirements of local archive managers, collaborates on adding item-level metadata for digital collections projects, and manages authority control and subject description in ArchivesSpace to ensure long-term access to our special collections across BU.Responsibilities for this position include:Platform administration and mana ...

Technical Services Manager

Boston University

Boston, MA

The Boston University Libraries seek an experienced, forward-thinking, and creative professional to lead and supervise the paraprofessional staff in its Technical Services unit. Technical Services encompasses acquisitions, receiving, cataloging, e-resource management, and metadata creation. This position is critical to the effective operation of the Boston University Libraries and represents an opportunity to rethink and realign workflows and department operations.Reporting to the Head of Technical Services, the Technical Services Manager is responsible for managing daily technical services operations and for implementing technical services policies, standards, and procedures. This librarian works collaboratively with colleagues in the department to determine priorities and will assign sta ...

Electronic Resources Librarian

Boston University

Boston, MA

The Boston University Libraries seek an experienced, forward-thinking, and creative professional to oversee the acquisition, licensing, maintenance, and assessment of the library’s electronic resources, including e-books, journals, databases, and other digital materials. The Electronic Resources Librarian works collaboratively with other librarians and university staff to promote the library’s online resources from acquisition to discovery and delivery. The individual in this role will have a strong understanding of the full cycle of electronic resources management as well as experience in vendor communication, and in the development and use of evaluative criteria to support licensing and renewal. Reporting to the Head of Technical Services, the Electronic Resources Librarian will have ...

Cataloging and Metadata Librarian

Boston University

Boston, MA

The Boston University Libraries seek an experienced, forward-thinking, and creative professional to provide leadership, vision, and expertise for bibliographic description; to serve as the lead for bibliographic metadata practices and policies; and to manage cataloging operations for the Boston University Libraries for all collections, including general, media, digital, and special collections. This position requires a deep knowledge of bibliographic data and cataloging best practices as well as a thorough understanding of how the catalog impacts resource discoverability. The Cataloging and Metadata Librarian is responsible for the creation, maintenance, and enrichment of metadata in support of robust discovery of library collections.Reporting to the Head of Technical Services, the Catalog ...

Digital Collections Librarian

Boston University

Boston, MA

Job DescriptionThe Boston University Libraries seek a Digital Collections Librarian who will work with the Boston University research community to support scholarly projects and initiatives through digitization and digital collections. Reporting to the Director of Digital Ventures, the Digital Collections Librarian develops programming and services that connect scholars with tools and resources for facilitating data-informed research, digital projects creation, and digital collections management. This individual will collaboratively work with the Digital Ventures team and other library staff, students, and faculty members to plan and implement projects that digitize collections or reformat born-digital collections that will: 1) promote the strategic directions of the university and its lib ...

Archival Information Specialist

Boston University

Boston, MA

The Boston University Libraries seek an Archival Information Specialist (AIS) to provide guidance and coordination for creation, management, and maintenance of archival and digital collections metadata, and serve as the Client Service Lead and platform administrator of Boston University’s archival information management system (ArchivesSpace). As a member of the Libraries’ Digital Ventures team, reporting to the Director of Digital Ventures the AIS coordinates the requirements of local archive managers, collaborates on adding item-level metadata for digital collections projects, and manages authority control and subject description in ArchivesSpace to ensure long-term access to our special collections across BU.Responsibilities for this position include:Platform administration and mana ...

Head Reference Librarian

Jesse M. Smith Memorial Library

Harrisville, RI

The Town of Burrillville, a community located in northwest Rhode Island, is seeking applicants for the position of Head Reference Librarian. The opening is at the Jesse M. Smith Memorial Library, a 24,900 square foot facility, located in the village of Harrisville. This is a department head position, and involves planning, implementing and supervising all reference and adult programming services. Individual must be self-motivated and able to work independently with minimum supervision, and be capable of supervising staff and volunteers. This position reports to the Assistant Director. This is a full time position (35 hours per week) with some nights and weekends required.Salary Range: $53,000 – $57,000 (depending on qualifications) plus excellent benefitsMinimum Qualifications:· Master ...

President/CEO

New Canaan Library

New Canaan, CT

The ideal candidate will work with the forward-thinking Board of Trustees and talented staff to continue the Library’s mission of serving as “an essential place for lifelong learning…” by providing collections, programs, and services that meet the needs of community residents. ...

Lead Reader Services Assistant

Rhode Island School of Design (RISD)

Providence, RI

https://risd.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/RISDLI/job/Providence/Lead-Reader-Services-Assistant_R-01278Job SummaryRhode Island School of Design (RISD) seeks a Lead Reader Services Assistant to join the Library department. Fleet Library at RISD is a place for inquiry and inspiration with over 100,000 books and periodicals, institutional archives, special collections, artists' books, material samples and picture collection.The Lead Reader Services Assistant oversees all operations in the Dale Reading Room for Archives and Special Collections at Fleet Library, serving the rare book, artists’ book and design collections and the institutional archives. Serves as the first point of contact for patrons wanting to visit Special Collections or RISD Archives. Responsible for access to the non-circulating ...

SPECIAL COLLECTIONS - ACCESS & OUTREACH LIBRARIAN

Providence Public Library

Providence, RI

SPECIAL COLLECTIONS - ACCESS & OUTREACH LIBRARIANFT 35 HRS/WKThis position increases access to historic materials in the collections and provides exhibition support, while also having the opportunity to design and facilitate creative and high-impact learning opportunities through community-building, instruction, and innovative outreach.This individual will be the primary rare book cataloger and provide exhibition support by creating custom supports and exhibition labels. Depending on interest and skills, this individual will have the opportunity to foster rich relationships and collaborations throughout the community, and provide outstanding reference and instruction services for our patrons.Reporting to the library’s Head Curator of Collections, this position also works with the Pro ...
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 ...

Middle School/Upper School Librarian

BiblioTemps (Bancroft School)

Worcester, MA

BiblioTemps® is an employment service of the Massachusetts Library Systemthatprovides experienced library workers for temporary placements in public, academic, and special libraries throughout Massachusetts.Title: Middle School/Upper School LibrarianLocation: Bancroft School (Worcester, MA)Start date: October 12, 2023End date: TBD (currently projected to be December 12, 2023)Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00AM – 3:45PMPay Rate: $24.00 – $26.00 per hour, based on experienceCORI: RequiredAbout Bancroft School:Through active, inquiry-based learning and challenging experiences, Bancroft School empowers students in grades PreK to 12 with the skills, knowledge and confidence to make a difference in their community and the world. Guided by outstanding teachers, cu ...

Technical Services Librarian

BiblioTemps (Bolton Public Library)

Bolton, MA

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: Technical Services LibrarianLocation: Bolton Public Library (Bolton, MA)Start date: October 16, 2023End date: December 31, 2023Schedule: 25 hours per week, schedule to be determinedPay Rate: $20.75 - $24.00 per hour, based on experienceCORI: RequiredStatement of Duties:The employee assists the Library Director in planning, coordinating and directing the daily operations of the library and the classification of all library materials in accordance with Dewey Decimal Standards (DDC) and Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH).Essential Functions:The e ...

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 ...

Children's Librarian

Springfield City Library

public library system

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 ...

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 ...