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LIBRARY ASSISTANT – ADULT SERVICES

West Warwick Public Library

West Warwick, Rhode Island

TheWestWarwickPublicLibrary, finalist for the 2021 National Medal, isseekinga creative, dynamic individual for the position of Adult Services Assistant. The ideal candidate is flexible, creative, forward-thinking, and passionate about serving the community in new and innovative ways. The Adult Services Assistant works in the reference department and assists the Head of Adult Services and the Adult Services Librarian in the daily operations of the department including customer service and information inquiries, collection organization and management, and technology assistance. This is a part time, 19 hours per week position that requires the ability to work Mondays 1-9, Tuesdays 4-9, Thursdays alternating between 9-5 and 1-5, and alternating Saturdays 9-1. Starting pay is $12.25/hr. Send re ...

PT Reference Assistant

Cumberland Public Library

Cumberland, RI

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

Assistant Director of Access Services

Rhode Island College

James P. Adams Library

Rhode Island College invites applications for the full-time position of Assistant Director of Access Services. This is a continuing 35 hours/week calendar year position.The Assistant Director of Access Services is responsible for providing excellent service and the efficient operation of all access services functions, including oversight of circulation, course reserves, interlibrary loan services, stacks management, and building access. With an emphasis on ensuring inclusive, accessible, quality user services, the Assistant Director monitors trends and recommends emerging technologies for resource sharing, circulation, and facilities management. Maintains online user guides and implements software updates. Trains and supervises all employees in the Access Services Department. Oversees all ...

Part-time Circulation Assistant

Barrington Public Library

Town of Barrington, RI

DUTIES: Checks library materials in and out; unpacks delivery bins; registers patrons for library cards; enters magazines into Sierra database; sorts mail; searches shelves for items requested by patrons ; directs patrons to other departments; other duties as assigned.COMPENSATION: $17.00 per hour.EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent, but Bachelor’s degree preferred.Library experience preferred; experience with Sierra/Innovative Interfaces ILS preferred.Because this is a public-facing position, we are looking for individuals who are out-going and friendly, and who have strong interpersonal skills.Hours: 2 to 4 nights a week (available shifts: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 4:30 pm-9:00 pm) and every third Saturday 9:00 am–4:30 pm.Position available week of February 14 ...

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 16 hours per week. Schedule includes Monday and Tuesday mornings, and every other Saturday 9-5, Library closed Saturdays during July and August. An ALA-accredited M.L.S. preferred, but candidates working toward their M.L.S. with previous experience working in a public library will be considered. Pay rate for M.L.S. is $21 an hourPlease forward resume and r ...

Collections Archivist

Providence College

Providence

OVERVIEW: Assist in the acquisition, care, descriptions, and access of new and existing archival collections and College records in a wide variety of formats, including physical, digitized, and born-digital. Serve as the Head of Archives & Special Collections in his/her absence.ESSENTIAL DUTIES:1. Assist with the maintenance, care, and access to existing collections held in the Phillips Memorial Library. Collaborate with the Head of Archives and Special Collections to develop and implement department policies, procedures, and workflows related to accepting new collections materials, organizing, and description collections for access. Arrange, organize, and describe collections following best practices; help to develop department workflows to accomplish tasks and larger scale projects t ...

Library Assistant - Borrower Services

Bryant University

Smithfield, RI

This position reports to the Manager of Borrower Services and is accountable for providing support to the librarians and for the management of the Borrower Services Department during hours when librarians are not available. This position is also responsible for opening and securing the library at closing and general monitoring of the facility.This is a 12-month, 35 hour a week position. This position has non-traditional hours: Sunday through Thursday 5:30pm-1:30am during the academic semester. Finals periods, winter intersession and summer schedules are variable according to academic sessions and library hours.Principal Accountabilities• Providing basic patron assistance in the absence of librarians through face to face and digital methods, library systems and electronic and print inf ...

Young Adult Services Librarian

Tiverton Library Services

Tiverton, RI

Tiverton Library Services seeks an innovative, collaborative, and service-oriented Young Adult Services Librarian. The ideal candidate has strengths in programs and services for young adults, contemporary and classic young adult literature, and current and emerging technologies.The Young Adult Services Librarian works under the general supervision of the Library Director. Librarian is responsible for collections, programs, and services for young adults ages 12-19.Full position description: TLS Young Adult Services (PDF). ...

Processing Archivist

Brown University

Providence, RI

The Brown University Library is a dynamic center of scholarship and community at the heart of aworld-class research university. Supporting and collaborating with a broad and diverse academicconstituency, the Library is essential for Brown’s mission “to serve the community, the nation, and theworld by discovering, communicating, and preserving knowledge and understanding in a spirit of freeinquiry.” Integrating with Brown’s ambitious strategic plans, the Library is a site of innovation that fuelsintellectual creativity. Signature Library initiatives include the establishment of the Center for LibraryExploration and Research to increase campus and community impact; the Racial Justice Project to assessand counteract the legacies of historical racism in library practice; the Digital Pu ...

Digital Archivist

Brown University

Providence, RI

The Brown University Library is a dynamic center of scholarship and community at the heart of a world-classresearch university. Supporting and collaborating with a broad and diverse academic constituency, the Library isessential for Brown’s mission “to serve the community, the nation, and the world by discovering, communicating,and preserving knowledge and understanding in a spirit of free inquiry.” Integrating with Brown’s ambitiousstrategic plans, the Library is a site of innovation that fuels intellectual creativity. Signature Library initiativesinclude the establishment of the Center for Library Exploration and Research to increase campus and communityimpact; the Racial Justice Project to assess and counteract the legacies of historical racism in library practice; theDigital Pu ...

Reference Librarian (PT - Temporary)

Johnson & Wales University

Providence, Rhode Island

This is a wonderful opportunity to work with a team of knowledgeable, deeply engaged and loving librarians in a culturally and programmatically diverse university.Anticipated ResponsibilitiesProvide in-person and online library users with on-demand guidance on the discovery and optimal use of information resources and library servicesMeet with and provide extended one-on-one research consultations upon request by students, faculty or staffAssist in handling library service desk operations such as borrowing transactions for tangible library resourcesOversee library user behavior to help assure their understanding of and compliance with library and university policiesAdditional OpportunitiesProvide classroom instruction on library research skills, either in-person or online through videoconf ...

Part-Time Reference and Children's Library Assistant

Greenville Public Library

Greenville, RI

The Greenville Public Library is seeking a public service librarian with a strong background in technology to assist in our children’s and reference departments. In addition to assisting patrons in the library at the children’s and reference desks, this individual will manage the library social media accounts and plan and present programs virtually and in person. See the full job description.Responsibilities:Provide reference and reader’s advisory services to patrons in the reference and children’s departmentProvide assistance to patrons using the public computers. Assist patrons in accessing digital resources including ebooks and databasesDevelop and present educational technology programs for children and adults (both virtual and in-person)Manage the children’s department webpa ...

Systems and Technology Librarian

Salve Regina University

Newport, RI

McKillop Library seeks a highly service-oriented, creative Systems & Technology Librarian to maintain and develop digital and technology services to support research, teaching, and learning at Salve Regina University. Working with other librarians, staff, and campus partners, the incumbent will envision and implement new technology services while continuing to evaluate and enhance the library's online interfaces. With an emphasis on supporting emerging digital scholarship, the candidate will also have the opportunity to participate in providing consultative or instructional support to students and faculty. This position reports to the library director.https://salve.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=141682ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Manage, administer, maintain, ...
McKillop Library is looking for a 21 hour a week Night and Evening Circulation Supervisor to join our team! This position is September-May while classes are in session. The incumbent will serve on the library’s circulation desk Friday evening and 10-5pm Saturday, with other hours flexible.https://salve.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=141683McKillop Library seeks highly reliable and service-oriented candidates for the position of Circulation Supervisor, Night and Weekend. The incumbent will provide exemplary service to library patrons while supporting their access to information, resources and materials. The Circulation Supervisor, Night and Weekend will provide circulation, interlibrary loan, and limited reference service, working closely with the circulation team to set ...

Temporary Special Collections Instruction and Outreach Librarian

Rhode Island School of Design

Providence, RI

The temporary Special Collections Instruction and Outreach Librarian collaborates with faculty, librarians, and students on innovative instruction and research services. Fosters a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere and approaches their work with the capacity to share knowledge about special collections items. These include but are not limited to artists’ books, archives, and other materials in Special Collections in RISD’s Fleet Library.For full description see link below. ...

Temporary Research & Instruction Librarian

Fleet Library, Rhode Island School of Design

Campus

The temporary Research and Instruction Librarian will provide research support and library instruction across RISD’s curricular areas of fine art, design, and liberal arts. Fosters a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere and approaches their work with the capacity to share knowledge and provide instruction in accessible and inclusive ways.Essential Functions:Under the supervision of the Research & Instruction Librarians, provide individual in-person and remote research support for undergraduate, graduate, and faculty research needs by responding to emails, conducting research appointments, and advising users how to organize and develop sustained, exploratory inquiry acoss interdisciplinary topics related to the arts, sciences and humanities.Develop and provide course-specific group instruc ...

PART-TIME FULLER CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER LIBRARY AIDE

City of East Providence

East Providence, RI

Performs work of a para-professional natureat The Fuller Creative Learning Center.Responsibilitiesinclude providing support to the Coordinator and Assistant in creating, promoting, and conducting a dynamic roster of programs and services at Fuller.Building relationships with members of the community and providing outreach to organizations.Performing daily procedures such as opening and closing the building, setting up and breaking down events, helping with patron registration processes, and drop-in services.Providing a highlevel of customer service by greeting patrons, answering the phone and emails and working with presenters and volunteers.Uses a computer to enter and retrieve data, search files, create flyers and other similar tasks when necessary.Hours of work include some evening shif ...

Circulation Supervisor

Maury Loontjens Memorial Library

Narragansett, RI

The Maury Loontjens Memorial Library in Narragansett is hiring a strong candidate to manage and oversee the operation of the Circulation Department. The library is located in a seaside community and it is well known for its friendly and outgoing customer service. Library staff strive to be welcoming to everyone and to provide a safe environment for all.As a department supervisor, the Circulation Supervisor will be responsible for the supervision and scheduling of part-time circulation staff, the maintenance of circulation records, documents, files and folders as it relates to the functions of the circulation desk. Create and use relevant library reports as needed. Priorities include the assignment of tasks to circulation staff, training staff for applicable computer systems, implementation ...

Youth Services Librarian

Maury Loontjens Memorial Library

Narragansett, RI

The Maury Loontjens Memorial Library in Narragansett is seeking a dynamic individual to oversee a very busy children’s room in our seaside community. The library provides services for over 15,000 residents, college students, senior citizens and visitors. Our library is known for friendly service with an inviting and welcoming setting.As a department supervisor, the Youth Services Librarian will be responsible for both traditional and non-traditional services to children of all ages, young adults and their caregivers. Priorities are building and maintaining an engaging diverse collection of materials; developing, planning and promoting age appropriate programming for infants to young adults using a variety of formats; and building partnerships and providing outreach to local community gro ...

Library Director

Langworthy Public Library

Hope Valley, Rhode Island

Library Director, Langworthy Public Library, Hope Valley, RIThe Langworthy Public Library Board of Trustees is seeking a self-directed, highly organized, energetic, patron-centered and forward-thinkingindividual to serve as our Director of library services. The Director works with a team of dedicated staff andvolunteers to deliver and promote high quality library services to the community of Hope Valley, a village within the town of Hopkinton, RI. The Langworthy Public Library is a private, non-profit organization located ina beautiful historic building overlooking a pond and is governed by an extremely supportive and hard-working seven member Board of Trustees. This position is ideal for a libraryprofessional who has the experience, desire, and vision to meet the evolving needs of our rur ...

Part-Time Reference and Children's Library Assistant

Greenville Public Library

Greenville, RI

The Greenville Public Library is seeking a public service librarian with a strong background in technology to assist in our children’s and reference departments. In addition to assisting patrons in the library at the children’s and reference desks, this individual will manage the library social media accounts and plan and present programs virtually and in person. See the full job description.Responsibilities:Provide reference and reader’s advisory services to patrons in the reference and children’s departmentProvide assistance to patrons using the public computers. Assist patrons in accessing digital resources including ebooks and databasesDevelop and present educational technology programs for children and adults (both virtual and in-person)Manage the children’s department webpa ...

Cataloging and Training Librarian

Ocean State Libraries

Warwick, RI

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

PART-TIME DIGITAL SERVICES AND REFERENCE LIBRARIAN

City of East Providence

East Providence, RI

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

Deputy Director

North Kingstown Free Library

North Kingstown, RI

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

Circulation Supervisor

North Kingstown Free Library

North Kingstown, RI

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

Community Outreach Coordinator

North Kingstown Free Library

North Kingstown, RI

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

Circulation Associate, Part-Time

Memorial and Library Association

Westerly

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

Library Acquisitions and Collection Development Manager

Rhode Island College

James P. Adams Library

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

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 16 hours per week. Schedule includes Monday and Tuesday mornings, and every other Saturday 9-5, Library closed Saturdays during July and August. An ALA-accredited M.L.S. preferred, but candidates working toward their M.L.S. with previous experience working in a public library will be considered. Pay rate for M.L.S. is $21 an hourPlease forward resume and r ...

Cataloging and Training Librarian

Ocean State Libraries

Warwick, RI

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