Rhode Island

All Jobs

Youth Services Librarian

Exeter Public Library

Exeter, Rhode Island

SummaryExeter Public Library seeks an innovative and community-focused individual to fill the position of Youth Services Librarian. Exeter is a rural town located in Washington County, Rhode Island. The library staff is composed of two full-time and five part-time employees. Responsible for programs and services for youths of all ages, the Youth Services Librarian also functions as a lead worker and assistant to the Library Director. This is a full-time position with competitive pay and benefits, an excellent opportunity for a youth-focused librarian who is passionate about putting their skills to serve the community’s needs.Position DescriptionReporting to the Library Director, the Youth Services Librarian’s primary responsibility is to provide high-quality services, materials, and pr ...

Development Specialist, Part-Time

The Memorial and Library Association of Westerly

Westerly, RI

The Memorial and Library Association of Westerly seeks an enthusiastic, energetic, detail-oriented, and community minded para-professional for the part-time Development Specialist position. The Development Specialist plays an important role by providing administrative support to the Development Office and participating in fundraising activities including donor relations, direct mail appeals, data entry, and special events. ...

Circulation Assistant

Lincoln Public Library

Lincoln, RI

Library Technician II (Public Service)Duties and Responsibilities- Checks in/out material, collects overdue fines, shelves and retrieves books, answers phone, handles the routing of library materials to and from other libraries, issues library cards and assists patrons.Basic computer skills, including use of the computer catalog, and the ability to communicate effectively with the public and colleagues is required. Must be team-oriented, able to multi-task, be flexible and motivated. Previous employment in the public services department of a public library a plus.35 hour a week position, includes some evenings and every other weekend. Includes benefits, $15.91 an hour, after 180 day probationary period $17.37. Must participate in union. To apply, please send resume or request application b ...

Information Services Technician I

University of RI, Robert L. Carothers Library

Kingston, RI

Information Services Technician I is a full time position within the Circulation Unit. The regular work schedule for this position is Tuesday through Saturday, 9:30am to 5:30pm. Under the direction of the Robert L. Carothers Library's Head of Access Services, the IST-I will provide assistance to library users and respond to a wide variety of user needs at the Circulation Desk. The IST-I, in conjunction with other full-time staff, is also responsible for the training and supervision of student employees.WORK HOURS AND DAYS OFF WILL ALSO VARY DURING WINTER INTERCESSION, SPRING BREAK, AND THE SUMMER SEASON. ...

Librarian (2 PT position available-20 hrs/wk)

Providence Public Library

Providence, RI

INFORMATION SERVICES LIBRARIAN(2 - part-time - 20 hours per week)This position reports to the Head of Information Services and is responsible for providing responsive and effective circulation and research support across all aspects of Information Services operations. A key role on the library’s information services team, this position is accountable for activities related to both Circulation and Reference operations within the reorganized unit of Technology & Information Services, including borrower services, interlibrary loan, collection development, reference, instruction and outreach. The Library has completed a major transformation of most of its public service spaces, including a new technology-rich information commons, the Workshop (an open learning and collaborative space) an ...

Head (Librarian) of Information Services

Providence Public Library

Providence, RI

This key librarian position reports to the Director of Technology and Information Services and innovatively champions the Information Services team to provide responsive and effective circulation and reference support across all aspects of Information Services operations. The incumbent is accountable for activities related to both Circulation and Reference operations including borrower services, interlibrary loan, delivery, collection development, reference, education and outreach. The incumbent supervises the delivery of point-of-need assistance to library customers and visitors, including second tier technology troubleshooting and support.Principal Accountabilities:Directs Information Services team in providing reference, readers/audiovisual/technology advisory and borrower services for ...

Youth Services Librarian

City of East Providence

East Providence, RI

The Youth Services Librarian is responsible for providing excellent library service to children, birth through age 12, and sometimes 13-19, and their caregivers.This position is responsible for planning and implementing children’s programs, collection development, community outreach, supporting local school curriculum, providing reference and reader advisory services to children and caregivers, and assisting patrons with technology.Works under the direction of the Youth Services Coordinator. Excellent customer service skills required.Essential FunctionsPlans, organizes, promotes, directs, implements, and evaluates programs and activities (virtual and in person) for children at the library.Provides reference and reader advisory services for children, caregivers, teachers, and community or ...

P/T Children's Assistant

Coventry Public Library

Coventry Public Library, Rhode

Coventry Public Library is seeking a Part-time Youth Services Assistant. Responsibilities include assisting patrons with their informational and reader’s advisory needs within the Youth Services & Teen Department; providing instruction and assistance to patrons in the use of technology within the departments; assisting with the shelving and maintenance of children’s materials and with the children’s display case; preparing craft or promotional materials for programming or for display areas; and assisting with volunteers.Qualifications:  A high school degree or equivalent is required; at least two years of college education preferred. Experience working with children and knowledge of computer technology is necessary. Qualified individuals will be experienced in customer service ...

PART TIME CHILDREN’S LIBRARIAN

Lincoln Public Library

Lincoln, RI

The Lincoln Public Library is seeking an energetic 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. Current schedule includes Tuesdays, Thursdays, includes every other Friday and occasional 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. Hourly wage as of July ...

Administrative Assistant

Cranston Public Library

Cranston, Rhode Island

The Cranston Public Library is seeking an extraordinary candidate for the position of Administrative Assistant at the Central Library. CPL is a nationally recognized award winning library system. The library was awarded the Jerry Kline Community Impact Prize in 2020 and the LibraryAware Community Award in 2016. CPL values a commitment to public service and our mission is to fulfill the needs of our diverse community. Come join our team!Under the supervision of the Business Manager, the Administrative Assistant is responsible for general office duties in the Library Administration office and functions as the confidential administrative assistant to the Library Director. This is a 35 hour a week union position with some nights required.The Cranston Public Library is committed to creating and ...

PT Adult Services Librarian

Coventry Public Library

Coventry Public Library, Rhode

Coventry Public Library is seeking a part-time Adult Services Librarian who is eager to work with the public and provide excellent customer service. Primary tasks include providing reference and readers’ advisory service to patrons in-person, via telephone, and email; assisting and instructing patrons in the use of various technology; and participating in collection development and maintenance.Other duties may include managing the Library’s interlibrary loans and planning and arranging displays.A Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited library school is preferred. Must have a knowledge of principles and practices of professional library work; knowledge of current trends in reference services and library services for patrons of all ages; ability to interact effectively ...

Library Associate (2 positions)

Rogers Free Library

Bristol, RI

The Rogers Free Library is seeking apatron-focused individualto fill the position ofLibrary Associate.This is a para-professional part-time position working at all public service desks.This position requires flexibility, the ability to adapt quickly to technology, and a thorough knowledge of print and online resources.  Individual will be responsible forserving patrons in the library and assisting with programs and outreach.This position reports to theCirculation Supervisor, Reference Librarian,or Youth Services Librarian.Essential Functions Assist with the operation of public service desks to include the registration of new patrons, book reserves, and checking in and out all materials.Process incoming inter-library loans, as well as items to be sent out in the state-wide de ...

Upper School Librarian

Wheeler School

Providence

The Wheeler School, a co-ed. N-12 independent day school of approximately 800 students in the College Hill neighborhood of Providence, RI, is seeking a full-time Upper School Librarian to join a library team composed of two Lower School and one Middle School librarian (who serves as department chair). Founded by visionary educator and artist Mary C. Wheeler in 1889, Wheeler is a school committed to challenging academics, a rich performing and visual arts curriculum, and innovation. Our urban campus is supplemented by a 120-acre farm campus, which is the site of seven fields, tennis courts, a field house, and provides many experiential learning opportunities for students of all ages.Ideal candidates for faculty and staff positions at Wheeler are people with a sense of humor, warmth, and hum ...

Adult Services Librarian

Rogers Free Library

Bristol, RI

Statement of DutiesThe Rogers Free Library is seeking a creative, entrepreneurial, forward-thinking, and community-focused professional librarian to fill the position of Adult Services Librarian. The successful candidate will have extensive knowledge of professional library principles, practices, and services, as well as a broad background and knowledge in marketing, public programming, and social media.This position requires flexibility, the ability to adapt quickly to technology, and a thorough knowledge of print and online resources. Individuals will be responsible for planning and executing programs for adults at the Rogers Free Library, including marketing and promotion of events and services. This position reports to the Library Director.Essential FunctionsThe essential functions or ...

Circulation and Collection Management Assistant (CCMA)

Newport Public Library

Newport, Rhode Island

The Newport Public Library is seeking applications for a full-time Circulation and Collection Management Assistant (CCMA). This 35 hour per week position is 17.5 hours per week in the Circulation Department and 17.5 hours per week in the Collection Management Department.During a Circulation shift, the CCMA performs circulation desk duties, checks materials in and out, renews materials, collects and records fees and fines, issues library cards and enters patron data, and answers the main desk telephone. The successful candidate provides patron assistance and responds to questions and concerns. Other duties include, but are not limited to distributing, processing materials from other libraries, as well as sorting, shelving and shifting materials. Strong customer service skills, the willingne ...

Communications/Borrower Services Associate

Louttit Library

West Greenwich, RI

This is a part-time, 15-hour per week position that would require one or two evenings per week from 2-8 pm, one day per week from 10-4 pm, and one Saturday per month 10-2 pm with other hours as needed. Opportunities for additional fill-in hours may be available, on an ongoing basis.Job Responsibilities Include:· Creating marketing materials for library services, programs, and events in print and digital formats, Publishing the library e-newsletter twice monthly, with additional editions as needed, Maintaining/Updating the library website using WIX, Originating social media posts for Instagram and Facebook.· Answering the phone, answering questions, engaging with patrons as individuals, discussing new services, technologies, and materials, taking an active interest in their health, their ...

Reference & Children's Library Assistant (FT)

Newport Public Library

Newport, Rhode Island

Title: Reference and Children’s Library Assistant, Full-TimeSummary: The Reference and Children’s Library Assistant, full-time, assists in the provision of reference services and technical assistance to patrons using library materials and resources and contributes to the provision of library services to children from birth through age 12 and to adults working with children. This position is 17.5 hours per week in Adult Services and 17.5 hours per week in the Children’s Department, Tuesday-Saturday. This position reports to both the Head of Reference and Adult Services and the Head of Youth Services.Major Duties:Assists in the provision of reference and readers’ advisory to patrons of all ages.Provides one-on-one instruction to patrons regarding use of library resources including e- ...

Information Services Technician I

University of RI, Robert L. Carothers Library

Kingston, RI

The University of Rhode Island's University Libraries seeks a full-time Information Services Technician I. The regular work schedule for this position is Tuesday through Saturday, 12:30pm to 8:30pm. Under the direction of the Robert L. Carothers Library's Head of Access Services, the Information Services Technician I will provide assistance to library users and respond to a wide variety of user needs at the Circulation Desk. The Information Services Technician I, in conjunction with other full-time staff, is also responsible for the training and supervision of student employees. ...

Librarian IV – Deputy Director

Warwick Public Library

Central

Under the general supervision and direction of the Library Director, responsibilities will be to manage the public services and technology services of the City’s library system and be responsible for library operations in the Director’s absence; and perform administrative duties in planning, implementing, directing and evaluating library services. Duties will be to work with the Director in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, and goals of the Library; provide general supervision to the coordinators of the Children’s, Adult, Technology and Technical Services Departments; guide technology development and implementation for the Library; participate in staff selection and personnel administration and the application of personnel policies; participate in developing ...

Library Program Specialist

Office of Library & Information Services

Providence, RI

The Office of Library and Information Services is seeking a Library Program Specialist II to serve as Adult Services Coordinator. This position works in the area of library development, especially public library support and services.Position Function DutiesDuties include planning, developing and implementing projects in areas such as adult education, digital literacy, workforce development, small business support, and other areas; serving as a liaison between libraries, community organizations and government agencies in the development and execution of these projects; and promoting and publicizing these projects and others through multiple channels, including online publications and social media.Other duties: To perform complex professional duties in the delivery of library, information an ...

Assistant Director/Youth Services Librarian

Adams Public Library

Central Falls, RI

Adams Public Library is seeking a committed and engaged Assistant Director/Youth Services Librarian serving a diverse community. This is a 40 hour/week position (some evenings and Saturdays) with vacation and partially employer paid health insurance. Salary range $40,000-$45,000.ResponsibilitiesPlan all services, programs, and outreach for youth 0-18 in Central Falls.Includes Summer Reading, collection development, storytime, after school programs, reference services, etc.Covers other departments as needed.Some bookkeeping and administrative tasks.In the absence of the director, to be prepared to step into that role.Other duties as assigned.Minimum QualificationsA Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution.At least one year of experience working ...

Youth Services Librarian

Pascoag Public Library

57 Church St., Pascoag, RI

The Youth Services Librarian is responsible for all aspects of services for children, their caregivers, tweens and teens:Plans, organizes, and publicizes children and young adult programs, including but not limited to story times, reading challenges, Summer Reading Programs, special events, school and community outreach.Plans, organizes, and maintains the library’s children and YA collections with guidance from the director. Knowledge of DDC classification a plus.Must be technologically savvy/comfortable with a knowledge of social media, especially FB, Zoom, & Microsoft Teams. If not familiar with any of these, must be receptive to learning new things. Familiarity with Canva & Beanstack is a plus!Compiles, reviews, and interprets statistical data regarding use of youth services, ...

Summer Outreach Services Intern

Coventry Public Library

Coventry Public Library, Rhode

The Summer Outreach Services Intern will primarily assist the Outreach, Teen and Adult Services librarians in bringing library services into the community via our grant-funded Mobile Library Lab. The intern will help set up popup libraries at remote locations around town, help facilitate library programs, promote library services and provide exemplary customer service to all ages.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Assist librarians with setup of popup libraries including tables, books, book carts, displaysAssist outreach and teen librarians with recurring youth programming at remote locations such as summer campsAssist with the Mobile Library Lab by maintaining the collection and accompanying the librarians to Mobile Library stopsAssist with the unloading and loading of mater ...

Youth Services Library Assistant P/T

West Warwick Public library

West Warwick, RI

The West Warwick Public library is in search of a Library Assistant to work in the Youth Services Department. This person should enjoy working with Youth and Families, be flexible and forward-thinking, and have an interest in public service in a team-oriented environment. This position reports directly to the Head of Youth Services and/or the Youth Services librarian.Description of duties:Assists with program set up and clean up as needed.Designs and maintains department signs, displays, and bulletin boards.Repairs and cleans materials as needed.Assists with preparing and facilitating programs as directed by the librarians.Provides in-person and telephone assistance to the public.Provides coverage in the department.Performs some circulation and clerical dutiesAssists with opening and closi ...

Library Aide (Part-time)

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 for the following position: LIBRARY AIDE (96)Responsibilities: Serving the public at library’s circulation desk. Duties include checking materials in and out, packing and unpacking inter-library loan deliveries, registering patrons to use the library, collecting overdue fines, responding to patron questions and problems, helping patrons find items in the collection, helping patrons use collection resources, both print and online, answering the telephone, and shelving returned library materials.Qualifications: Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; ability to learn, understand and apply standard library principles, methods, techniques and r ...

Library Manager

Providence Community Library

Rochambeau

Library Supervisor for Rochambeau Library Providence Community LibraryHiring Range: $55,000 (annually)Hours: Full-time w/BenefitsPosted: April 15, 2021Deadline: External applications accepted until the position is filled.Position Description:Under the supervision of the Systems Coordinators and Library Director, the Library Supervisor is responsible for planning, supporting, energizing, and leading staff to provide relevant library service to the neighborhoods of the City of Providence. The Library Supervisor is expected to carry out the mission and vision of the library and to make a professional contribution to the organization. The Library Supervisor participates on committees to develop programs, services, policies/procedures, and to plan for the future of Providence Community Library ...

Information Services Specialist (PT 17.5 Hrs/Wk)

Providence Public Library

Providence, RI

This position is responsible for providing responsive and effective circulation and reference support across all aspects of the Information Services Department. A key role on the library’s information services team, this position is accountable for activities related to both circulation and reference operations, including borrower services, interlibrary loan, ready reference, and outreach. The incumbent is expected to deliver point-of-need assistance and support to library customers and visitors, including first and second level technology support and troubleshooting.Primary Duties & Responsibilities:Perform other duties as assigned.Willing to work evenings and weekends as required.Contribute to special projects, library-wide initiatives, and sponsor changes and improvements.Particip ...

PROJECT ARCHIVIST (contractor)

Providence Public Library

Providence, RI

PROJECT ARCHIVIST (contractor)For Lou Costa Collection on Fox Point(Part time temporary, contract position)Providence Public Library seeks to hire an experienced, temporary project archivist contractor to assist with processing an archival collection in the Rhode Island Collection. The collection provides a thorough documentation of the Fox Point neighborhood in Providence during the 20th century with a focus on documenting the Cape Verdean and Azorean Portuguese communities. Materials in the collection primarily document the residents and vernacular architecture of Fox Point. It includes 18 linear feet of photographs, albums, published materials and ephemera.The project archivist must be committed to the preservation, organization and accessibility of this important and complex collection ...

Young Adult Librarian

Memorial and Library Association of Westerly

44 Broad St, Westerly, RI

Westerly Library and Wilcox Park seeks a creative, energetic, ambitious, and dedicated full-time Young Adult Librarian to plan, direct, and implement all of the Library’s young adult services. The Young Adult Librarian will also conduct outreach to build a strong understanding of the breadth and scope of teen offering. Working with other departments, this position will help create new and exciting teen programs and partnerships as well as develop community-wide collaborations and outreach efforts while promoting community awareness of teen services. The YA Librarian is also responsible for preparing, monitoring, and administering the young adult budget as well as all collection development, programs, and services as they relate to teens, parents, and teachers of the community. ...

Children's Room Associate, Part-time

Memorial and Library Association

Westerly, RI

Westerly Library and Wilcox Park seeks a personable, public service oriented individual to work in their busy Children’s Department. The ideal candidate will possess an ability to work with children of all ages and their families. ...