The Peabody Essex Museum’s Phillips Library seeks a part-time Reference Assistant to aid the functions of the reference department. The library is an active place, and the incumbent will interact with in-person visitors, distant patrons, and internal museum staff. Duties will include monitoring the reading room (assist patron orientation and research, communicate and enforce library policies, etc.), answer reference questions, retrieve and re-shelve materials, digitize materials for patrons and library digital collections, create metadata, and assist with social media campaigns. The Reference Assistant is expected to participate collaboratively in library-wide and museum-wide projects and initiatives. ...

As a member of the Claire T. Carney Library team, the Archivist has primary responsibility for the Ferreira-Mendes Portuguese American Archives and the Luso-Afro-Brazilian Archives Collections. The Archivist will work closely with the University Archivist, the Faculty Director of the Ferreira-Mendes Portuguese American Archives, the local community, and the broader Portuguese American community in the United States to acquire and organize primary source materials and to promote the Archives. S/he will develop the oral history collections and participate in other activities, such as grant writing and fundraising, for the Ferreira-Mendes Portuguese-American Archives and Luso-Afro-Brazilian Archives Collections. S/he will be responsible for collection development in these areas, and will prov ...

The Library Assistant III in the Educational Resource Center is responsible for a number of crucial functions, including but not limited to: providing general library and research assistance, creating and revising curriculum resource lists, circulating specialized education-related materials, processing a variety of new materials, preparing monthly service statistics, participating in collection inventory projects, and other duties as assigned. Besides such duties, the position shelves materials, prepares children’s periodicals for the bindery, participates in library-wide meetings, attends workshops to enhance job knowledge, and provides excellent customer service.Tour of Duty: Tuesday through Friday, 8:45 am to 5:00 pm and Saturday, 8:15am to 4:30pm (Sundays and Mondays as days off)Sub ...

Job SummaryProvides innovative leadership, management, and strategic direction for the Access Services Department. Oversees the following departmental functions: circulation, stacks management, course reserves, document delivery, and interlibrary loan. Formulates departmental goals and objectives in support of the mission and goals of the Library and the University. Establishes, implements, and evaluates departmental policies and procedures to effectively meet user needs and expectations. Ensures Access Services has the resources and staffing necessary to fully meet operational standards and create a positive user experience. Provides leadership in implementing and updating relevant systems.Essential FunctionsProvides innovative leadership, management, and strategic direction to the Access ...

The Boyden Library is looking to hire a Full-Time Librarian (35 hours per week) with previous/current experience working within a public library setting.Duties include but are not limited to:Supervises the Children’s Services Department, (Circulation, Reference, Technical services, and Programming functions)Organizes work schedule for Children’s Services StaffOversees budget for Children’s Services DepartmentCoordinates and oversees collection development and acquisitionInterviews, trains, supervises, and evaluates staff in the Children’s Service DepartmentEducation & Experience:• Master's Library Science or equivalent library degree from an ALA-accredited institution• Minimum of two years of public library experience• Experience with automated library systems and persona ...

The Forest Park Branch Library is one of the busiest in our beautiful city! Help set the vision for the branch and play an important role in carrying it out. The branch is a historic Carnegie library building with a Community Room for programming and performances. Outside you'll find a Reading Garden, our neighborhood partner the Forest Park Middle School, and, at the end of the block, the entrance to a 700+ acre gem of a public park. Branch staff work closely with local schools, agencies welcoming new Americans, and other community groups. See inside here. The annual salary is $58,622.00. Apply by Sunday, October 2, 2022 at 11:59 pm EasternThe Supervisor at our Forest Park Branch Library is responsible for assisting the Branch Manager in the everyday functioning of the library. This inclu ...

Join our team as the newly-established Neighborhood & Adult Literacy Manager! Among your duties will be responsibility for the implementation and oversight of adult literacy and basic education programs throughout the library system. You will also have responsibility for a branch library. For over 25 years, our adult basic education program, Read/Write/Now, has worked with community members to change their lives in learner-identified ways: achieving a driver's license, learning to read so they can help their children with homework or read a bedtime story, getting a library card, earning a promotion at work, and becoming U.S. citizens. Now it's time to spread this good work across our 9 location library system in proven and innovative ways. If you have experience and a degree in educati ...

The Massachusetts Library System (MLS) is looking to hire a Consultant with a focus on Library Instruction & Educational Technology. This is a full time (37.5 hours per week) exempt position, based out of our Marlborough, MA office. The successful candidate may have the opportunity to telecommute part of the week with approval of their supervisor. This is not a fully remote position. A general Consultant position description is linked to and incorporated into this job advertisement by reference. More specific qualifications and responsibilities for this position are detailed below. Partial relocation assistance may be negotiated if the successful candidate currently resides outside of Massachusetts.About MLSMLS is a state-supported non-profit organization that provides a variety of ser ...

The Massachusetts Library System (MLS) is looking to hire a Consultant with a focus on Leadership & Management. This is a full time (37.5 hours per week) exempt position, based out of our Marlborough, MA office. The successful candidate may have the opportunity to telecommute part of the week with approval of their supervisor. This is not a fully remote position. A general Consultant position description is linked to and incorporated into this advertisement. More specific qualifications and responsibilities for this position are detailed below. Partial relocation assistance may be negotiated if the successful candidate currently resides outside of Massachusetts.About MLSMLS is a state-supported non-profit organization that provides a variety of services to our 1,500+ member libraries a ...

CW MARS has an opening for a full time Bibliographic Services Associate to provide cataloging support and training to our member libraries. The successful candidate will have a strong attention to detail, embrace technology, and enjoy working with cataloging software and providing end-user training and support to library staff at all levels. This is a full time, benefited position located in Worcester, Massachusetts with the option for remote work up to three days per week after the initial onboarding period. See the full job description for details and instructions on how to apply. The position will remain open until filled.ABOUT CW MARS:CW MARS is a non-profit 501(c)(3) library consortium located in Worcester, Massachusetts. Our mission is to empower member libraries to provide excellent ...

Title: Youth Services LibrarianLocation: Turner Free Library Randolph, MAStart date: September 26, 2022End date: January 13, 2023Schedule: 35 hours per weekMondays, 9am – 5pmTuesdays, 10am – 7pmWednesdays, 12 – 8pmThursdays, 10am – 7pmFridays, 9am – 5pmPay Rate: $20.75 - $24.00 per hour, depending on experienceCORI: REQUIREDDuties:Plans, carries out, and supervises all library programming for children ages 0-12 and their caregivers, including but not limited to: Family Storytime (Tuesday mornings), PJ Storytime (Wednesday evenings), and Baby Lapsit (Thursday mornings) in coordination with the Junior Circulation Chief.In coordination with the Young Adult Librarian, supervises a busy Teen Room during after school hours (1-5pm) and provides exemplary service to teens from s ...

The Forest Park Branch Library is one of the busiest in our beautiful city! Help set the vision for the branch and play an important role in carrying it out. The branch is a historic Carnegie library building with a Community Room for programming and performances. Outside you'll find a Reading Garden, our neighborhood partner the Forest Park Middle School, and, at the end of the block, the entrance to a 700+ acre gem of a public park. Branch staff work closely with local schools, agencies welcoming new Americans, and other community groups. See inside here. The annual salary is $58,622.00. Apply by Thursday, August 18, 2022 at 11:59 pm EasternThe Supervisor at our Forest Park Branch Library is responsible for assisting the Branch Manager in the everyday functioning of the library. This inc ...

General Summary of Position: The Technical Services Assistant is responsible for processing law library materials and updates to include the creation and maintenance of serials holdings information and data; the copy cataloging and bibliographic data maintenance in accordance with standard library practices; and the performance of related work as required. They will also be expected to follow the university’s best practices to build and/or support student academic success and retention and assist in meeting strategic objectives for persistence and timely graduation of the student population.SUPERVISION RECEIVED (Name and title of person from whom incumbent receives direction):Receives direct supervision from the Head of Technical Services and/or the Director/Associate Dean of the Law Lib ...

Job SummaryThe Programmer Database Analyst creates and supports data driven library systems through the design, development and implementation of software tools and integration, web application development and programming of library information systems. Works in conjunction with Five College system, campus and library partners to solve technical issues.Essential FunctionsProvides programming for library information systems; works with Library staff to identify information requirements; designs and programs queries and reports to support library functions; designs and programs updating scripts to allow batch modifications to databases; creates and maintains programs using web and command line Application Programming Interfaces (API); creates and maintains scripts, programming and databases ...

This full-time, 37.5 hours/week job, is based at theSixteen Acres Branch Library, located in a neighborhood where housing was mostly constructed after World War II, brings suburbia to the city with a diverse housing stock, many parks and other recreational options, shops, and easy access to Downtown and interstate highways alike. Apply by Sunday, August 7, 2022.The Reference Librarian is part of a nine person team and has shared responsibility for reference services, reader's advisory, tech assistance, collection maintenance of print and non-print materials, programming, outreach, community engagement, and similar duties pertaining to adult and/or youth services, with a focus on grade school age youth. Work is performed under the direction of the Branch Supervisor and the Branch Manager. A ...

Join our team as the newly-established Neighborhood & Adult Literacy Manager! Among your duties will be responsibility for the implementation and oversight of adult literacy and basic education programs throughout the library system. You will also have responsibility for a branch library. For over 25 years, our adult basic education program, Read/Write/Now, has worked with community members to change their lives in learner-identified ways: achieving a driver's license, learning to read so they can help their children with homework or read a bedtime story, getting a library card, earning a promotion at work, and becoming U.S. citizens. Now it's time to spread this good work across our 9 location library system in proven and innovative ways. If you have experience and a degree in educati ...

Part-time 15 hours/weekThe Attleboro Public Library is seeking an Assistant Reference Librarian to explain library policies and services, perform reference and readers advisory services, and makes referral to other agencies as necessary. Posses a familiarity with the latest library technologies, reference resources, and available agencies which best answers patrons’ questions or direct patrons to answers for their reference/library needs. Schedules and assists patrons with use of technology, including library computers and personal devices such as eReaders. Instructs library users on use of print and electronic resources. Assigned to Children’s Room or circulation desk as needed. Requires a thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of professional library work. Thorough knowl ...

General Statement of Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for weekday evening supervision of the Circulation Desk, including supervising student workers. Assists with the processing of interlibrary loans borrowing requests by Fitchburg State faculty, staff and students and lending requests from other libraries. Contributes to the smooth operation of the Public Services Department that includes Circulation, Reserve and Controlled Digital Lending, Interlibrary Loans, and Stacks Maintenance.Fall/Spring Semesters hours*: Monday - Thursday 3:15 pm-11:45 pm; Friday 8:45 am - 5:15 pm. On a limited number of days during final examination periods, hours may be adjusted to reflect a later closing time.Summer Hours: Monday - Friday 8:45 am - 5:15 pmDetailed Statement of Duties and Responsibilitie ...

Join our Leadership Team and manage a superbly dedicated, hard-working circulation staff in our busy and well-loved library. Forbes Library ranks in the top ten (for our population group) statewide for annual circulation — and we're fine free! We are looking for a Head of Borrower Services who will embrace and uplift Forbes Library’s values:Equitable - we ensure that the library is accessible and free for allInspiring - we foster curiosity, creativity, fun, and lifelong learningWelcoming - we offer an inclusive space that builds community and belongingForbes Library values diversity in backgrounds and experiences, and is committed to an empathetic and supportive work environment. We are deliberate and self-reflective about the team we are building, and are seeking professionals who car ...

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:Reporting to the advanced media technical specialist, this position coordinates video and audio documentation of academic and other campus events. Schedule: Monday - Friday 11:00 am - 7:00 pm during the academic semesters with need for flexibility to adjust schedule for times when events are scheduled. This position must work occasional weekends for events, such as the College’s Commencement. During January term and summers, the schedule will switch to Monday through Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm to reflect the library’s hours. The media production coordinator records, edits and produces video and audio content for the web and for the Archives. This position collaborates with both IT and event services departments to provide limited classroom support and audi ...

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:Reporting to the access services supervisor, the access services associate: media manages circulation of media production and presentation equipment for the library using the library catalog system. This position hires, trains, and supervises student employee staff for equipment circulation at the media services desk and provides training on all areas of media production and presentation. The associate is responsible for billed equipment follow up and responding to patrons who have questions about billed equipment. This position manages and maintains the equipment in the collection including troubleshooting as needed and researching new equipment for purchase and serves as a backup for other access services associates and may fill in at the main InfoBar as n ...

Summary: The Peabody Essex Museum’s Phillips Library seeks a full-time Assistant Cataloging Librarian to fulfill the role of primary cataloger on staff, an essential role to improve intellectual and physical access to our collections. They will work closely with the Technical Services Librarian to identify cataloging priorities, implement equitable descriptive practices, streamline workflows, reduce the backlog, and maintain cataloging-related systems. The Assistant Cataloging Librarian is expected to participate collaboratively in library-wide and museum-wide projects and initiatives.Desired qualifications: 1–2 years cataloging experience. Knowledge of library and archival standards such as RDA, DCRM(B), LCSH, and MARC. Experience with OCLC Connexion preferred. Excellent communication ...

General SummaryProvides technical and administrative assistance to the Systems Support Office, the CLAMS organization, and CLAMS member libraries. This position is under the general supervision of the Systems Manager, or, in their absence, reports to the Executive Director.This position is intended as a remote, work from home opportunity, however, remote work at a coworking location may be possible. Internet access is required for remote work and all remote work must be done in Massachusetts. In person attendance at a coworking office in Hyannis will be required for onboarding, training, periodic team meetings and occasional work-related duties. Visits to our member libraries are periodically required.Responsibilities:Assists member libraries in troubleshooting and resolving problems with ...

Title: ArchivistLocation: Claire T. Carney Library, UMass Dartmouth N. Dartmouth, MAPlacement Type: Temporary (No Benefits)Start date: April 13, 2022 or ASAPEnd date: April 12, 2023Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pmPay Rate: $20.75 - $24.00 per hour depending on experienceCORI: REQUIREDDescription:Project Archivist for the Howard T. Glasser Archives of Folk Music and Letter ArtsAs a member of the Claire T. Carney Library's Archives and Special Collections team, the Project Archivist is responsible for processing the papers of former design professor Howard T. Glasser. Professor Glasser was deeply involved in the revival of folk music in the 1960s and 70s, and organized concerts and informal musical gatherings, all of which he recorded. He was the founder of the SMU/UMD Eisteddfo ...

Children’s LibrarianSomerset Public Library1464 County StreetSomerset, MA 02726http://www.somersetpubliclibrary.org/Description:This position is primarily responsible for the operation of library services provided to children and young adults (ages 0 to 17). Duties include creating ongoing and special programming; managing the development, selection, inventory and weeding of books and other materials; providing readers' advisory; offering reference and research services; providing library information and promotions through social media, the library's website, and other avenues; organizing summer reading services; attending meetings and workshops; writing grants in conjunction with the director; providing youth services statistics to the director; and providing outreach services with scho ...

SummaryThe Collections Librarian will join the library’s Discovery & Access team, which connects the Wheaton community to scholarly resources that support teaching and learning at the College. The Collections Librarian works to implement a holistic collections strategy that balances print and electronic collections, monographs and continuing resources, course reserves, open educational resources and Wheaton’s unique digital collections in a community that prioritizes inclusion and belonging.Primary ResponsibilitiesConduct collection development in support of the library’s strategic priorities. Perform data-driven analyses for library administration and partner with selector librarians as well as faculty to proactively identify collection needs. Fill coverage gaps and maintain sus ...

SummaryThe Discovery Librarian will join the library’s Discovery & Access team, which connects the Wheaton community to scholarly resources that support teaching and learning at the College. The Discovery Librarian works to maximize cross-system functionality, partnering with colleagues to optimize all aspects of the discovery of and access to electronic and physical resources with the goal of providing seamless, user-friendly library services in a community that prioritizes inclusion and belonging.Primary ResponsibilitiesDesign and improve user interfaces that enhance discoverability of information and seamlessly integrate multiple systems. Ensure compliance with accessibility standards and use of best practices in all user interfaces, carry out improvements based on universal desig ...

Location: Claire T. Carney Library, UMass Dartmouth N. Dartmouth, MAPlacement Type: Temporary (No Benefits)Start date: ASAPEnd date: April 12, 2023Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pmPay Rate: $20.75 - $24.00 per hour depending on experienceCORI: REQUIREDDescription:Project Archivist for the Howard T. Glasser Archives of Folk Music and Letter ArtsAs a member of the Claire T. Carney Library's Archives and Special Collections team, the Project Archivist is responsible for processing the papers of former design professor Howard T. Glasser. Professor Glasser was deeply involved in the revival of folk music in the 1960s and 70s, and organized concerts and informal musical gatherings, all of which he recorded. He was the founder of the SMU/UMD Eisteddfod, an annual folk festival held ...

This position is primarily responsible for the operation of library services provided to children and young adults (ages 0 to 17). Duties include creating ongoing and special programming; managing the development, selection, inventory and weeding of books and other materials; providing readers' advisory; offering reference and research services; providing library information and promotions through social media, the library's website, and other avenues; organizing summer reading services; attending meetings and workshops; writing grants in conjunction with the director; providing youth services statistics to the director; and providing outreach services with schools and other organizations.In addition to the above responsibilities, this person will also work with the library director to fin ...

POSITION OVERVIEW:The Director of the Ayer Library is responsible for the management of all aspects of the library including services and building maintenance. The Director is to uphold the policies established by the Library Board of Trustees, the stipulations of the Acts of Incorporation of the Ayer Library passed by the legislature in 1894, the regulations of the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners and the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and local guidelines as they apply to the Ayer Library.SupervisorsThe Director works under the direction of the Library Board of Trustees with considerable latitude for independent judgement and action.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesThe Director is responsible for supervising all members of staff.Duties• Plans and initiates goals and o ...