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 Information Services, including borrower services, interlibrary loan, collection development, reference, instruction and outreach. The incumbent is expected to deliver point-of-need assistance to library customers and visitors, including first tier technology support and troubleshooting in the library’s new public service spaces.Effectively assist with all Information Services operations, circulation and patron database, delivery ...

JOB SUMMARYLibrary Assistants at the Providence Athenæum perform a dual function, working some hours on the circulation desk (serving Athenæum members in a library-oriented role) and some hours in the visitor center (serving non-member visitors in a tourism-oriented role). Duties for this position thus involve clerical, paraprofessional, and tourism-based work, with a strong emphasis on excellent customer service. Staff must be courteous, efficient, and helpful, and must represent the institution well in this front-facing position. Library Assistants work under the general supervision of the Circulation Manager. A regular commitment of 20-28 hours per week, including weekends, is required.DUTIES· Welcoming members and visitors and providing general information about the library, program ...

Warwick Public Library is seeking an energetic, team-orientated individual with customer service experience. This individual will perform routine library tasks under professional supervision. Tasks include library clerical functions, assisting patrons in the use of library computers, and providing reference and reader’s advisory services. Tasks will include assisting librarians with programs including book clubs and summer reading; maintaining appearance of the Computer area; organizing materials; and straightening furniture. Other duties may include participating in outreach events in the community, working at one of the three small branch libraries, and preparing simple programs such as arts and crafts projects. Must be flexible to assume additional responsibilities and scheduling requ ...

Westerly Library and Wilcox Park seeks an innovative, public service oriented individual to assist in the implementation of public technology services for all ages. The part-time Technology Associate will help staff the public computer lab, assist in the oversight of the Makerspace, and aid in developing related programs and instruction. The ideal candidate will have the ability to answer directional and informational questions about the Library, including its services, materials, programs, and initiatives; assist library patrons in using the Library's maker resources and equipment, and possess an ability to teach basic computer skills to people of all ages and abilities. ...

Westerly Library and Wilcox Park seeks an Adult Services Associate with a strong commitment to public service to work in their Reference Department. Duties include shelving materials, locating materials for patrons and reserving books through interlibrary loans, Additional duties include entering magazine records into the state ILS, and providing basic computer assistance to patrons. Other tasks may be assigned. Will be required to work some nights and Saturdays.Strong customer service, excellent communication skills, ability to shelve books in proper alphabetical and numerical order, and possess mid-level computer skills. Flexibility regarding scheduling a plus. Knowledge of Sierra (the statewide ILS) is a plus. ...

Coventry Public Library is seeking a Part-time Library Assistant. The Library Assistant will primarily assist the Mobile Library librarian in bringing library services into the community via our Mobile Library Lab during the summer in addition to working inside the library in the youth services department.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Assisting librarians with setup and breakdown of popup libraries including tables, tents, books, book carts, displays and materials at remote locationsAssisting librarians with recurring programming at remote locations and in the libraryProviding instruction and assistance to patrons in the use of technology within the departmentsAssisting with the shelving and maintenance of children’s materials and with the children’s display casePr ...

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 9-16 hours per week. Schedule includes Monday and Tuesday mornings, and an 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. Pay rate for M.L.S. is $21 an hourPlease forward resume a ...

The Teen Services Librarian is responsible for providing excellent library service to youth in grades 6-12 (ages 11-19). The position is responsible for planning, promoting, and implementing programs and services for middle and high school students as well as for parent and teacher groups. The individual for this position is a forward thinker and an enthusiastic advocate for teens. Works under the direction of the Youth Services Coordinator. Provides desk coverage in both the adult and children’s areas. ...

Westerly Library has a full-time opening in our busy Collection Management Department. The Collection Management Associate is primarily responsible for placing orders and receiving library materials as well as cataloguing the materials and preparing them for circulation. Does both original and copy cataloguing by entering bibliographic and holdings information into the shared Ocean State Libraries database. ...

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

George Hail Free Public LibraryPosition DescriptionTitle: Children and Youth Services LibrarianSummary: The Children’s Librarian is responsible for the planning and operation of all library services for children of all ages and young adults.Responsibilities:1. Planning and ManagementA. Plans, develops and recommends goals and objectives designed to fulfill the goals and objectives of the library, meets expectations of those served and maintains efficient and effective servicesB. Assesses and anticipates the needs and expectations of Children’s Room patrons. Plans and recommends procedures and programs consistent with these expectationsC. Encourages the expansion of children’s services and programs consistent with community needs and library resourcesD. Consistently manages the Childr ...

JOB SUMMARYUnder the supervision of the Coordinator of Adult Services, this position provides reference, technology help and readers' advisory services to the public at the Central Library including the delivery of information through a variety of digital formats.This is a 16 hour per week part time position with no benefits. Some nights and weekends required.SALARY$18.00 per hour; 16 hours per weekMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSMaster’s Degree in Library Science from an institution accredited by the American Library AssociationOne year of experience preferredAbility to travel to required locations in a timely mannerESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSProvides exemplary customer service.Provides Reference and Readers’ Advisory Services for the public, including the delivery of information through a variety ...

The Summer Outreach Services Intern will primarily assist the Book Mobile librarian 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 materials related to Mobile ...

Coventry Public Library is seeking a part-time Reference Librarian who is eager to work with the public and provide excellent customer service. Primary tasks include providing reference to patrons in-person, via telephone, chat and email; assisting and instructing patrons on the computer; keeping up with current library trends and services; and performing additional library related duties as required.Other duties include arranging displays and participating in collection development and maintenance.A Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited library school is required. 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 ...

The Brownell Library is seeking a candidate for the position of part time Circulation Associate. The ideal candidate is an individual who is passionate about public service, self-directed, creative, and able to excel as a part of a team in our small, busy library.This individual is the primary contact for all circulation related functions and is a welcoming presence in the library. The duties for this position include opening and closing the library, handling incoming and outgoing items at the circulation desk, issuing library cards, answering the phone and library email, assisting with patron questions or referring those questions to other staff members, and other circulation related duties as required. This individual also assists the director in marketing library services and programs u ...

The Youth Services Librarian is responsible for all aspects of services for children, their caregivers, tweens and teens. Must be very comfortable with all ages – from newborn through 18. Must be friendly and approachable with a solid commitment to patron services and meeting the needs of the community. Must adopt a teamwork mindset as we will be working as a team. ...

The Graduate School of Library and Information Studies in the Harrington School of Communication and Media at the University of Rhode Island is hiring a Lecturer specializing in Library and Information Studies, beginning in Fall, 2022. This position is a full-time, non-tenure-track, academic year appointment through June 2023 with the possibility of renewal, annually, based on performance and the availability of funding. ...

Overview:Serve as the initial point of contact for students, faculty, and staff at the single service desk. Assist patrons at service points, computer stations, over the phone, through email, and elsewhere in the library. Provide customer service and access to available services and resources, such as library account creation, book and technology lending, interlibrary loans, course reserves, faculty document delivery, campus delivery, and print and online resources. Provide basic and timely research support to patrons, which involves intermediate-problem solving, independent decision-making, and advanced-problem referrals to librarians and other staff in the library. Answer phones, greet and direct visitors to appropriate areas or person. May act as a liaison through various communicating ...

The Library Director is responsible for all operations of the Library and its facilities, and the development and implementation of its service programs to respond effectively to the needs of the community. The Director manages all Library resources and personnel, develops and monitors the budget, oversees facilities, assists the Board of Trustees with long range planning and policy development, and plans and implements overall library goals and objectives.The Library Director reports to the Board of Trustees and is an at-will employee. ...

Overview:Assist with the development and implementation of metadata strategies (policies, procedures, and workflows) that support the management of, discovery and access to, and future directions for teaching, learning, and research (TLR) digital collections.Essential Duties:1. Describe Library-created and other College digital assets using internal guidelines andXML-based metadata standards and authorities. Create repository records, either entering batch data into upload spreadsheets or directly entering data into repository forms, adhering to internal guidelines and external standards.2. Review and assist with quality control of metadata created by other Library staff and student assistants for adherence to metadata guidelines and standards, and over all consistency. Correct data in bat ...

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 Information Services, including borrower services, interlibrary loan, collection development, reference, instruction and outreach. The incumbent is expected to deliver point-of-need assistance to library customers and visitors, including first tier technology support and troubleshooting in the library’s new public service spaces.Effectively assist with all Information Services operations, circulation and patron database, delivery ...

Under the direction of the Assistant Dean for Library & Information Services, the Assistant Law Librarian, Collection Services is responsible for overseeing the collection services operations of the law library: print and digital acquisitions, archives, collection development and maintenance, cataloging & metadata, digital resources management, the institutional repository, preservation, processing, and serials. As part of the management team, provides service centered vision, leadership, and planning for collection services. As part of the research and instruction team, provides legal reference, research, and instruction. ...

The Newport Public Library is seeking an enthusiastic and forward-thinking individual for the position ofPart Time Young Adult Librarian. This position is 24 hours per week including evening and rotating Saturday hours.Duties:Reference Services· Provides Readers’ Advisory and reference services to all patrons, as required.· Compiles bibliographies and instructional materials to meet the needs of young adults.· Provides instruction to groups and individuals, both formally and informally, regarding the use of library materials and services, including use of electronic resources and the public access catalog.· Provides technical assistance to patrons using electronic resources in the library including printing, monitoring PCs, troubleshooting, database use, mobile printing, e-books, e-a ...

The Town of South Kingstown has an exciting Librarian position available within the South Kingstown Public Library. The Library Division is accepting applications for the position of Youth Services Librarian. This full time position will work Monday 10am to 6pm, Tuesday 1pm to 8pm, and Wednesday through Friday 9am to 5pm with rotating Saturdays.This professional position is responsible for providing reference and reader’s advisory assistance to children, young adults, adults and parents; collection development; planning, publicizing and conducting weekly story times for the two (2) year old age group and three (3) to five (5) year old age group as well as a variety of other programs for children and young adults through the year. The position will work in collaboration with other Youth S ...

Summary: The Cataloging Lead performs original and copy cataloging based on current standards, database maintenance, and provides inventory support for the Newport Public Library. Essential Duties:• Adds accurate bib, item and volume level records to Ocean State Library’s (OSL) Sierra ILS. • Categorizes and classifies all library materials, including books, A/V, periodicals, and non-traditional lending materials.• Ensures all material can be retrieved conveniently using standardized methods and guidelines.• Evaluates content collection items and applies call numbers that both work for the item and the collection as a whole. • Runs reports monthly to maintain collection consistency, accuracy and monitors for borrowing trends.• Updates department documentation.• Attends meeti ...

The University of Rhode Island's University Libraries seeks a full-time Information Services Technician I. The regular work schedule for this position is Sunday through Thursday, 6:30pm to 2:30am. 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. ...

The Pawtucket Public Library is looking for a Children's Librarian who has a strong service oriented philosophy to work in a busy public library that serves a multi-ethnic community.Duties include but not limited to:Providing reference and reader's advisory serviceParticipates in the development of the library's collectionPlan, presents and publicizes children's programsMinimum Requirements: A Master of Library Science degree from an ALA accredited institution and course work in library services to children. Applicants must have knowledge of current technology used in a Children's Library.Starting salary: $28.88 per hours to start, salary range $548.89 to $594.25 within one year.Benefits include: vacation, sick leave, and city holidaysHours: 19 hours Preferred schedule - Monday 9am - 1pm, ...

Anticipated Start Date: July 1, 2022Applications will be reviewed beginning April 25, 2022The Global Curatorial Project Archivist is a project-based position housed at the John Hay Library in partnership with the Center for the Study of Slavery and Justice (CSSJ). The Global Curatorial Project (GCP) was founded in 2014 to be a network of scholars, curators, and educators who are committed to creating innovative forms of public history about the historical social system of racial slavery and the ways in which it continues to shape our world. The GCP is led by CSSJ and the Center for the Study of Global Slavery (CSGS) at the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC). Together, they convened 10 partner institutions located in Africa, Europe, and South Americ ...

The Mayor Salvatore Mancini Union Free Library Board of Trustees are looking for a responsiblecustodian to maintain the external and internal appearance of our library.Qualifications:· Experience in a custodian role focused on large building upkeep.· Ability to Perform minor painting, carpentry and masonry work.· Responsible for cleaning and miscellaneous maintenance requests as well as repairs to the facilities.· Able to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds.Responsibilities:The Maintenance Custodians essential duties and responsibilities (but not limited to):· perform routine custodial maintenance· cleaning and sanitizing of all areas within the library· maintains supply levels (toilet paper, paper towels, soap, etc)· grounds keeping (sidewalks, parking lots, common areas, planting a ...

The City of East Providence and the Public Library Board of Trustees seek an enthusiastic, visionary, community minded leader as its next Library Director. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, exhibit a clear vision and commitment to librarianship and community engagement, articulate and advocate the Library’s strategic direction, provide sound fiscal management, promote proactive leadership in technology integration, and promote collaborative relationships within the Library and throughout the community.The Library has an annual budget of $2,680,115 supported by municipal funding along with additional support from the State of Rhode Island. The Library System is comprised of the main Weaver Library, the Riverside Branch Library and the Fuller Creative Lear ...